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Novus Construction, LLC
2.8(
33
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - RepairWater Heater - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Oriental, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Experience the Novus Construction, LLC advantage. With decades of experience, our licensed and honest team delivers top-notch craftsmanship and unparalleled attention to detail. As a proud, locally owned business, we’re committed to transforming your vision into reality with integrity and excellence. Call us today and see why our personalized service and expertise make us the trusted choice in construction!

Greenhouse
Tiered area
Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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OConnell Plumbing LLC
5.0(
21
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Repair or Service

Serving Oriental, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ryan, the owner, responded same-day to come by and patch up a leaky pipe on my water heater. He had the water off and on and broken pipe replaced in no time. Couldn't have been an easier time having my home repaired."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by4%of homeowners
Tim Campbell
4.9(
32
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Serving Oriental, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim did a great job with the replacement of our water heater. Even though it was the day after Thanksgiving he moved some of his other appointments around to come to our home that afternoon. Tim and his assistant were careful to put on shoe covers in the house and to observe COVID 19 precautions. The job required more complicated plumbing since we have a desuperheater loop from our geothermal heat pump that connects to the water heater; the additional charge for this work was minimal. Tim was here until after 5:00 that evening, with the result that we had hot water over the weekend."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Scott Plumbing & Heating Co Inc
4.4(
14
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Solar Water Heater System - InstallTankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For Business+6 more

Serving Oriental, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The water heater in my rental property gave up after "only" 25 years! I almost called Lowe's in New Bern (rental is in Oriental), but they didn't carry Rheems, only Whirlpools and another brand Consumer Reports doesn't rate very highly. After getting several estimates, I chose Scott. They had the 60 gallon model I wanted, came on time the very next day, were quick and professional, and in about two hours I had a new electric water heater w/PEX hookups. They carted away the old, rusted tank, and I now have happy tenants. Thanks, Scott."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,689
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Solar Water Heater System - InstallTankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For Business+6 more

Serving Oriental, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"The yearly service works out to be $50 a month. We've had two water heaters replaced through them because of a fault in them. They're usually very responsive. I like that I can request the service online. The only thing is, I wish that there was a better avenue for emergency services. If something doesn't work right away usually it takes a couple of days to get someone out and sometimes you can't wait two days without water."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
CMH Plumbing
New to Angi
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Serving Oriental, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

CMH Plumbing is that rare choice in business with a professional acumen that you expect, but you get that and much more. Our craftsmanship, our dedication to customer satisfaction and all the skills utilized to do your job, whichever job you want completed, is performed--perfectly suited for your needs. Call today for a free estimate!!

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Water Heaters FAQs, answered by experts

A tankless water heater with a flow rate of 10 GPM should replace a conventional 50-gallon water heater. To avoid a surprise cold shower or two and to keep your energy costs in check, it's important to replace a conventional tanked water heater with the equivalent tankless water heater. Your household size and the number of hot-water-using devices you use at once can help you determine the best-size tankless water heater.

No state requires you to vent an electric water heater. Other installation requirements for water heaters will vary, though, depending on the state and local jurisdiction in which you live. Some places require permits, while others don’t. Some may force you to place the appliance a certain distance from any walls or other appliances, while others don't. When you find a local professional to install a water heater, this expert will ensure you follow all the local regulations.

Venting a gas water heater out of the roof is preferable in most cases. Heated exhaust gases naturally rise, so a vertical vent pipe is efficient. If you’re trying to vent through a pipe exiting a wall, the angle of the pipe may be more horizontal than vertical, making the venting system less effective. If you go through a wall, you may need to add a fan to ensure a successful expulsion of the gases outdoors.

If your gas water heater is over 20 years old, it should be replaced. Gas water heaters can last up to 12 years and while they can exceed this expectancy if well-maintained, a heater that's 20 years old would require replacement. The heater is unlikely to run as efficiently as a new model and could be more expensive to do so.

Tankless water heaters are more expensive than those with a storage tank, but they come with some impressive benefits that most homeowners find worth the higher investment. Most importantly, they provide unlimited hot water, so you’ll never run out like you would with a storage tank. Tankless heaters are also more efficient, so comparing gallon-for-gallon, you’ll spend less on hot water with a tankless heater. Tankless water heaters are also smaller, require less maintenance, and tend to last longer than storage tank water heaters.

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