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Q: Can you convert a gas water heater to electric?

• <div><p>You can convert a gas heater to electric, but it isn&rsquo;t as simple as swapping a plug or two. First of all, you need to make sure there&rsquo;s adequate power to the unit, as electric units require much higher power amounts versus gas. Then, you need to close off the gas lines and ventilation. Make sure you don&rsquo;t also need a permit for an electric water heater&mdash;some cities require it. Making the switch can cost upwards of<b> $1,500</b>.</p></div>

Q: What are some common issues with a water heater?

• <div><p>Often, the first issue you might encounter is a lack or loss of power&mdash;this could be caused by a tripped switch or a failed heating element. If your hot water is not producing enough power and its size is not the issue, you might need to replace one of its heating elements. A leaking water heater could be caused by tank erosion. </p></div>

Q: How heavy is a water heater?

• <div><p>An average-sized empty water heater weighs around 150 pounds. Tankless water heaters are much lighter, weighing between 10 and 50 pounds. The smaller size and added convenience come at a price, though&mdash;tankless water heaters average about twice the price of their traditional counterparts.</p></div>

Q: Is it hard to install your own water heater?

• <div><p>It is very difficult and dangerous to install your own water heater, so we strongly recommend against tackling this as a DIY project. Not only will you need to wire your water heater, but you&rsquo;ll also need to connect plumbing to the intake and outlet. Sweating copper pipes and connecting wiring properly are skills most DIYers don&rsquo;t have, and even if you do feel confident you can do it, working with water and electricity always leaves the potential for electrocution. Hiring a local water heater installer is well worth the investment.</p></div>

Q: Are water heater expansion tanks required by code?

• <div><p>Not all homes are required by code to have water heater expansion tanks, though some cities, like Los Angeles, do. Sometimes, municipalities will require a code that asks homeowners to install an expansion tank if their water heater is on a closed system. A closed system setup without an expansion tank can place unnecessary stress on appliances and shorten their lifespan.</p></div>

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Last update on November 02, 2025

Reviewed in January 2016
James Longfellow warned me that the old water line might break & it did! After he notified me, he called the digger hot lines to get permission to dig. The backhoe came promptly and in a few hours, I had a new line & the water was on! James even got his boss, Mitch Bishop, to come help! Very...
Auburn Plumbing Heating & A/C inc.
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Reviewed in May 2014
It was Great! They showed up a few minutes before the scheduled time and replaced my water heater quickly. The guy was very nice and professional and cleaned up after himself. Very satisfied with their service.
Charlie's North Platte Plumbing
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Reviewed in November 2013
First, the guys that came over to our place were professional and courteous. Dean was the main salesman. The first thing they did was to ask me what I wanted to change in my home in regards to comfort. I appreciated that as they actually cared about the things that I saw as problematic. They...
Thermal Services Inc
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Reviewed in September 2013
we lost our water on sunday evening and called them on monday morning at 7 am and there service truck was hear by 9am diagnosing and making necessary repairs. Technician was very knowledgeable and professional.
Beveridge Well Drilling
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Reviewed in July 2013
Our air conditioner quit working on Sunday, June 15th. We contacted Lusk heating and air conditioning on June 16th. A service representative was there by noon and informed us that the a/c was shot. Tuesday Brian came and gave us a quote of how much different a/c units would cost. Where the...
LUSK HEATING & AIR COND
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Reviewed in July 2013
They are punctual, they come when they say they will. Every 3 years we have them do a check on the water supply for the city, for the back-flow. He gives ideas as well as far as how to fix things.
Garden Glove Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2013
They did a great job and I would highly recommend them. They have longevity in the community; are professional, timely, and reliable. They helped me get space heaters and things.
Morland Enterprises LLC
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Reviewed in September 2012
The old control box was almost 20 years old and showing it's age, so since I added an addition to my house the sprinklers needed to be redone and a 10th station added. Dan came right out and installed the new box and made sure I could operate it before he left. We discussed the changes need...
DAN THE SPRINKLER MAN
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Reviewed in September 2012
On 9/13/11, several guys showed up, two from Scottsbluff (as the ABC Siding company is owned by the same person, a JB Bohnsack, who turned out to be impossible to deal with. They came with a backhoe and started digging trenches around an existing patio, this took several days, then they...
ABC SEAMLESS SIDING
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Reviewed in August 2012
This was a very positive experience and they always have been, I have used Hansen's for heating/ac and plumbing for as long as Ihave lived in North Platte (20 years) and they have never failed to satisfy my problem,
Hansen's Plumbing & Heating
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