How much does water heater installation cost?

<div><p>The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-water-heater-installation-cost.htm#">cost to install a new water heater</a> is around <b>$1,300</b>, but you can expect to pay between <b>$875 and $1,750</b>, depending on the kind of water heater, the size of the unit, and the professional chosen to complete the work. Tankless water heaters can push your price higher, as installation is more complicated, with prices as high as <b>$3,500</b>. The location and accessibility of your water heater will play a role in the project cost, as those sitting in tight spaces like a crawl space will drive up your labor costs.</p></div>

Should plumbers be certified or licensed?

<div><p>Yes, most states require plumbers to be licensed, and for good reason. Hiring an unlicensed plumber could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. </p><p>As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include: </p><ul><li><p>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</p></li><li><p>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</p></li><li><p>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</p></li><li><p>Paying to advertise their services</p></li><li><p>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi</p></li></ul><p> Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.</p></div>

How long does it usually take to install a water heater?

<div><p>It usually takes a professional water heater installer between <b>two and three hours</b> to remove an existing water heater and install a new tank heater. However, it could take <b>four to five hours</b> if they have to work in a small utility closet or another tight area, like a crawl space. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-are-pros-and-cons-tankless-water-heaters.htm">Tankless water heaters</a> have a more complicated installation process, so they will take a bit longer. Additionally, a gas water heater requires a connection to a gas line, and that alone can add about an hour to the installation timeline compared to installing an electric water heater.</p></div>

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’ll also need to connect plumbing to the intake and outlet. Sweating copper pipes and connecting wiring properly are skills most DIYers don’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>

How much do plumbers typically charge?

<div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/plumber-cost.htm">The average cost to hire a plumber</a> is around <b>$100 </b>an hour but can vary between<b> $45 and $200</b> an hour depending on the plumber’s experience and the repair that you need. It’s also important to note that these prices can go up on holidays, and emergency plumber rates average <b>$150 </b>per hour, in addition to a flat-rate trip fee of <b>$100 to $350</b>. </p></div>

Top 10 Best Boiler installation pros in Lindenwold, NJ

Len The Plumber, LLC.

Len The Plumber, LLC.

316 local quotes requested

29 years of experience

Len The Plumber, LLC. is a leading plumbing and drain company serving New Jersey. Our certified professional plumbers are available same day to assist residential customers in Burlington County and Camden County. Our knowledgeable plumbers have years of experience dealing with a wide variety of plumbing issues including plumbing repairs, drain cleaning, water heaters, well systems, heating systems, sewer, water, and gas lines. We’re open 7 days a week with no extra charge on evenings or weekends!

"Did not go well at all with Len the Plumber was over charged and feel scammed, Len the Plumber, Technician Len Feldman started approx. 12pm until 3pm most of time going over the cost, taking pictures and finding everything possible that needed to be done and presented 10-page contract. Len Feldman (Technican) assessed the problem that was a leaking outside faucet that he explained froze over the winter and needed to be replaced. While water was leaking he did not turn off the inside valve and requested to have water company (Trenton Water Works) come out and turn off water by the main water line. TWW came out several times but could not find the line and sent out a third construction worker to locate the water line. Meantime Len left his personal contact # and promised to return as soon as the main water line was shut off. When Water Works returned on 6/25 could not reach Len, but was able to locate the main water line Len finally called back and said it would be ok he would be able to turn the water off was currently in Mays Landing that is approx. 65 miles away and could not return 6/25 but would be at my home to complete the job 6/26 am. After 9am no call no Len, I called again several times when finally able to reach him at around 9:30am, said he spoke to Supervisor and could not do anything until the main water line was completely shut off. I called Len the Plumber office spoke to Office Manager Cathy#610-616-3377 she said would try to get someone out asap, by later in the afternoon no return call from Cathy. At this point and 2 days later for an emergency it was time to find another Plumber and I cancelled everything at Len the Plumber. The Plumber came out Friday 6/27 completed the entire job within 1 hour, turned off the inside valve connected to the outside leak immediately as well as water to install the same job Len the Plumber contracted to do that, Len said would take at least 6 hours. Main Water Line never had to be touched!!! I am appalled with Len the Plumber that I could trust thru Angi's List with a good reliable repetition. This company had no consideration about leaving me and my family including my 88-year-old handicapped mother without running water for days, all he was concerned about was how much commission he could make off someone in a vulnerable situation."

Sharon C on July 2025

Len The Plumber, LLC. is a leading plumbing and drain company serving New Jersey. Our certified professional plumbers are available same day to assist residential customers in Burlington County and Camden County. Our knowledgeable plumbers have years of experience dealing with a wide variety of plumbing issues including plumbing repairs, drain cleaning, water heaters, well systems, heating systems, sewer, water, and gas lines. We’re open 7 days a week with no extra charge on evenings or weekends!

"Did not go well at all with Len the Plumber was over charged and feel scammed, Len the Plumber, Technician Len Feldman started approx. 12pm until 3pm most of time going over the cost, taking pictures and finding everything possible that needed to be done and presented 10-page contract. Len Feldman (Technican) assessed the problem that was a leaking outside faucet that he explained froze over the winter and needed to be replaced. While water was leaking he did not turn off the inside valve and requested to have water company (Trenton Water Works) come out and turn off water by the main water line. TWW came out several times but could not find the line and sent out a third construction worker to locate the water line. Meantime Len left his personal contact # and promised to return as soon as the main water line was shut off. When Water Works returned on 6/25 could not reach Len, but was able to locate the main water line Len finally called back and said it would be ok he would be able to turn the water off was currently in Mays Landing that is approx. 65 miles away and could not return 6/25 but would be at my home to complete the job 6/26 am. After 9am no call no Len, I called again several times when finally able to reach him at around 9:30am, said he spoke to Supervisor and could not do anything until the main water line was completely shut off. I called Len the Plumber office spoke to Office Manager Cathy#610-616-3377 she said would try to get someone out asap, by later in the afternoon no return call from Cathy. At this point and 2 days later for an emergency it was time to find another Plumber and I cancelled everything at Len the Plumber. The Plumber came out Friday 6/27 completed the entire job within 1 hour, turned off the inside valve connected to the outside leak immediately as well as water to install the same job Len the Plumber contracted to do that, Len said would take at least 6 hours. Main Water Line never had to be touched!!! I am appalled with Len the Plumber that I could trust thru Angi's List with a good reliable repetition. This company had no consideration about leaving me and my family including my 88-year-old handicapped mother without running water for days, all he was concerned about was how much commission he could make off someone in a vulnerable situation."

Sharon C on July 2025

Customers say: Super punctual

160 local quotes requested

38 years of experience

Horizon Services is the region’s largest and most well respected plumbing, heating and air conditioning company, with nearly 600 employees serving tens of thousands of homeowners throughout Delaware, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey, and Northeastern Maryland. After a quarter of a century in business, Horizon Services remains fully committed to setting the industry standard for customer service, installation, and focusing on things that are important to busy homeowners: respect for their time, their home and their property; up-front pricing, and an unconditional 100% money back guarantee.

"Stellar service from a company with a well-earned reputation for solid workmanship. These guys are the real deal. Ramon was exceptionally knowledgeable and spent a great deal of time explaining what needed to be done. Once I signed the contract, everything happened at lightening speed. The servicemen showed up on time, were careful to not damage the doors, walls, or hardwood floors when they hauled in the new gas boiler and water heater, and left the basement in spotless condition. After I sold the oil stored in my old oil tank, Horizon was out the very next day to cut up the tank, clean the inside of it, and haul it onto the driveway for inspection. Not a single drop of oil was spilled. They are that meticulous about their work. A shout out not only to the remarkably zenlike Ramon, but also to Robert, who patiently and respectfully dealt with an unnecessarily finicky inspector."

Susan C on February 2024

Horizon Services is the region’s largest and most well respected plumbing, heating and air conditioning company, with nearly 600 employees serving tens of thousands of homeowners throughout Delaware, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey, and Northeastern Maryland. After a quarter of a century in business, Horizon Services remains fully committed to setting the industry standard for customer service, installation, and focusing on things that are important to busy homeowners: respect for their time, their home and their property; up-front pricing, and an unconditional 100% money back guarantee.

"Stellar service from a company with a well-earned reputation for solid workmanship. These guys are the real deal. Ramon was exceptionally knowledgeable and spent a great deal of time explaining what needed to be done. Once I signed the contract, everything happened at lightening speed. The servicemen showed up on time, were careful to not damage the doors, walls, or hardwood floors when they hauled in the new gas boiler and water heater, and left the basement in spotless condition. After I sold the oil stored in my old oil tank, Horizon was out the very next day to cut up the tank, clean the inside of it, and haul it onto the driveway for inspection. Not a single drop of oil was spilled. They are that meticulous about their work. A shout out not only to the remarkably zenlike Ramon, but also to Robert, who patiently and respectfully dealt with an unnecessarily finicky inspector."

Susan C on February 2024

Laury Heating Cooling & Plumbing

Laury Heating Cooling & Plumbing

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

176 local quotes requested

Laury Heating Cooling & Plumbing is a family-owned and operated HVAC company proudly serving South Jersey since 1945. We specialize in residential and commercial heating, air conditioning, and plumbing services — from furnace repair and central air installation to AC maintenance, boiler service, and indoor air quality solutions. Our team is fully licensed, insured, and trained to deliver fast, reliable, and professional service at a guaranteed price. Whether you're dealing with a broken air conditioner, outdated heating system, or need a full HVAC system upgrade, Laury provides the best value and expert craftsmanship every time. We work with top manufacturers like Carrier, Mitsubishi Electric, WaterFurnace, Rinnai and Weil-McLain, and our technicians receive ongoing training on the latest HVAC technologies and energy-efficient systems. For expert HVAC repair, replacement, and installation in South Jersey, trust the team your neighbors have counted on for generations.

"We use Laury for repair and maintenance of our heating and cooling units for our rental properties and each time we need something done, the staff at Laury never cease to provide quality service. The technicians are always knowledgeable, thorough, courteous and pleasant. We recently had an HVAC system installed in one of our units and the home is rather large and is over 100 years old and there was not a whole lot of empty space to work with. The guys at Laury were able to install the system and all of the duct work and components involved neatly with the age and make-up of the home in-mind. They were pleasant throughout the entire installation which took almost a week. They were always on time and always communicated the process with us. Laury is a trusted business with many years of experience behind them. Prices are also extremely reasonable given the cost of services right now. Warren you are the man!"

Jacqueline J on November 2023

Laury Heating Cooling & Plumbing is a family-owned and operated HVAC company proudly serving South Jersey since 1945. We specialize in residential and commercial heating, air conditioning, and plumbing services — from furnace repair and central air installation to AC maintenance, boiler service, and indoor air quality solutions. Our team is fully licensed, insured, and trained to deliver fast, reliable, and professional service at a guaranteed price. Whether you're dealing with a broken air conditioner, outdated heating system, or need a full HVAC system upgrade, Laury provides the best value and expert craftsmanship every time. We work with top manufacturers like Carrier, Mitsubishi Electric, WaterFurnace, Rinnai and Weil-McLain, and our technicians receive ongoing training on the latest HVAC technologies and energy-efficient systems. For expert HVAC repair, replacement, and installation in South Jersey, trust the team your neighbors have counted on for generations.

"We use Laury for repair and maintenance of our heating and cooling units for our rental properties and each time we need something done, the staff at Laury never cease to provide quality service. The technicians are always knowledgeable, thorough, courteous and pleasant. We recently had an HVAC system installed in one of our units and the home is rather large and is over 100 years old and there was not a whole lot of empty space to work with. The guys at Laury were able to install the system and all of the duct work and components involved neatly with the age and make-up of the home in-mind. They were pleasant throughout the entire installation which took almost a week. They were always on time and always communicated the process with us. Laury is a trusted business with many years of experience behind them. Prices are also extremely reasonable given the cost of services right now. Warren you are the man!"

Jacqueline J on November 2023

Customers say: Super punctual

10 local quotes requested

26 years of experience

Water Heater Express has been in business for over 12 years with more than 20 years' experience. We are an authorized service provider for manufacturer's warranty work and service all brands and types of water heaters (LP, Gas, and Power Vent as well). We also work on pressure reducing valves and expansion tanks. Call us for a free quote!

"They did good no complaints so far. I'll let you know next month if I feel the same way."

Debora N on March 2023

Water Heater Express has been in business for over 12 years with more than 20 years' experience. We are an authorized service provider for manufacturer's warranty work and service all brands and types of water heaters (LP, Gas, and Power Vent as well). We also work on pressure reducing valves and expansion tanks. Call us for a free quote!

"They did good no complaints so far. I'll let you know next month if I feel the same way."

Debora N on March 2023

Customers say: Quick response

43 local quotes requested

Emergency services offered

Gorilla, Inc. is your go-to plumbing expert in Philadelphia. With our exceptional service and expertise, we tackle all your plumbing needs efficiently. Contact us today for top-notch solutions that set us apart from the competition! We specialize in all your plumbing needs. We pride ourselves in doing the right thing the first time. Customer service is of the utmost imprtance to us. We can not wait to speak with you about your plumbing needs. Call or text us today for a free estimate.

"Excellent. Simple fix. Honest price. Thank you!!!!"

Chris B on June 2025

Gorilla, Inc. is your go-to plumbing expert in Philadelphia. With our exceptional service and expertise, we tackle all your plumbing needs efficiently. Contact us today for top-notch solutions that set us apart from the competition! We specialize in all your plumbing needs. We pride ourselves in doing the right thing the first time. Customer service is of the utmost imprtance to us. We can not wait to speak with you about your plumbing needs. Call or text us today for a free estimate.

"Excellent. Simple fix. Honest price. Thank you!!!!"

Chris B on June 2025

Hutchinson Plumbing Heating Cooling LLC

Hutchinson Plumbing Heating Cooling LLC

Customers say: Quality work

189 local quotes requested

77 years of experience

George H. Hutchinson, Sr., and sons William A. Hutchinson, Sr. and George H. Hutchinson, Jr. founded the Hutchinson family business in 1948. George and his sons started Hutchinson Engineering with their accumulated wealth – $35 in a cigar box – in rural Haddonfield, New Jersey. Serving all of South Jersey, Philadelphia, & Hunterdon, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Somerset, & portions of Warren & Westchester Counties.

"Company is way to expensive and the work was not mediocre. They use GoodLeap for financing, and they rip you off with that contract as well. Stay away!"

ROBERT B on March 2025

George H. Hutchinson, Sr., and sons William A. Hutchinson, Sr. and George H. Hutchinson, Jr. founded the Hutchinson family business in 1948. George and his sons started Hutchinson Engineering with their accumulated wealth – $35 in a cigar box – in rural Haddonfield, New Jersey. Serving all of South Jersey, Philadelphia, & Hunterdon, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Somerset, & portions of Warren & Westchester Counties.

"Company is way to expensive and the work was not mediocre. They use GoodLeap for financing, and they rip you off with that contract as well. Stay away!"

ROBERT B on March 2025

Aqua Joe Plumbing & Drains LLC

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 96% of Angi customers

Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

64 local quotes requested

Aqua Joe Plumbing & Drains, LLC is a trusted provider of top-notch plumbing services in South Jersey. Serving Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Gloucester and Mercer Counties, this locally owned and operated company has built a solid reputation for delivering reliable and affordable solutions.

"It was ok. Rough inspection was passed."

Canetti H on December 2024

Aqua Joe Plumbing & Drains, LLC is a trusted provider of top-notch plumbing services in South Jersey. Serving Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Gloucester and Mercer Counties, this locally owned and operated company has built a solid reputation for delivering reliable and affordable solutions.

"It was ok. Rough inspection was passed."

Canetti H on December 2024

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

58 local quotes requested

Owner operated. Specializing in all things Plumbing. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"On time, fair pricing. Good recommendations pleasant attitude work done in fast and reasonable time"

Stephanie H on April 2025

Owner operated. Specializing in all things Plumbing. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"On time, fair pricing. Good recommendations pleasant attitude work done in fast and reasonable time"

Stephanie H on April 2025

Vaughan Comfort Services

Vaughan Comfort Services

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

141 local quotes requested

Vaughan has provided quality heating, AC & Plumbing since 1937, when company founder Elwood Vaughan began providing service with the aid of one modest used truck. Today, Vaughan continues to serve the southern New Jersey community with quality heating and air conditioning services, installations, plumbing, protection plans, energy assessments, system enhancements and more. Since 1937, the Vaughan name has been associated with quality, integrity, honesty, and accountability. We stake our business on being professional and providing attentive service to all our customers. We welcome you to explore the many advantages and services that Vaughan has to offer. Additional phone numbers: (856) 282-4015, (856) 282-0804, (866) 981-3649, and (877) 563-4645. Also offering: Financing, Maintenance Agreements, NO COST Replacement Estimates, 24/7 Emergency Service. Robert W. Vaughan | Master HVACR LIC # 5842, Thomas J. Weaver | Master Plumber LIC # 9521. NJ LIC. # 13VH01727600

"Excellent!! Highly recommend!!!"

Rob D on July 2025

Vaughan has provided quality heating, AC & Plumbing since 1937, when company founder Elwood Vaughan began providing service with the aid of one modest used truck. Today, Vaughan continues to serve the southern New Jersey community with quality heating and air conditioning services, installations, plumbing, protection plans, energy assessments, system enhancements and more. Since 1937, the Vaughan name has been associated with quality, integrity, honesty, and accountability. We stake our business on being professional and providing attentive service to all our customers. We welcome you to explore the many advantages and services that Vaughan has to offer. Additional phone numbers: (856) 282-4015, (856) 282-0804, (866) 981-3649, and (877) 563-4645. Also offering: Financing, Maintenance Agreements, NO COST Replacement Estimates, 24/7 Emergency Service. Robert W. Vaughan | Master HVACR LIC # 5842, Thomas J. Weaver | Master Plumber LIC # 9521. NJ LIC. # 13VH01727600

"Excellent!! Highly recommend!!!"

Rob D on July 2025

Filan & Conner Plumbing LLC

Filan & Conner Plumbing LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 90% of Angi customers

117 local quotes requested

Top Plumbing and HVAC Service of South Jersey Since 1976! Filan & Conner LLC has been the plumbing and HVAC company of choice since 1976, providing both residential plumbing and commercial plumbing services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The company has a long time reputation in the Camden County, Atlantic County, Gloucester County, and Burlington County area. The company has its strong local roots in two successful organizations, both recognized as reliable, honest, and reputable in their respective plumbing service areas. The existing plumbing company began in 1978 as Dave Filan Plumbing in Cherry Hill, NJ with over 38 years of experience in the tri-county area. Dave Filan's plumbing service and bathroom remodeling organization has one of the best reputations for service plumbing and residential bathroom design and bathroom remodeling. Brian Conner's Plumbing organization, started in 2002, as Brian Conner Plumbing and was in business for six years focusing primarily on the plumbing needs of residential new construction. Brian Conner Plumbing was known as one of the premier plumbing sub-contractors and worked with some of the area's best known and most well respected builders and remodeling contractors. In June 2008, Brian and Dave brought both plumbing companies, with overlapping but different plumbing service offerings, together to form Filan & Conner Plumbing, LLC. The combined experience, leadership, and expertise of both Brian Conner and Dave Filan creates a powerful team as they work together to direct this increasingly diversified plumbing company. Filan & Conner Plumbing has experienced and trained technicians that are ready to tackle all of your plumbing issues. From dripping faucets, emergency pipe leak repairs, to custom plumbing for your new home, addition, or bathroom remodel, you've got the best source in South Jersey available and ready to service your plumbing needs.

"It is unknown if ChristianConner has anything to do with this company , the previous review I posted about not being paid for services I rendered to Christian had absolutely nothing to do with this company after doing some research and conversing with Christian conner , I was paid for services, I am writing this review due to the Angi website for some reason not navigating the removal process of the prior negative review ! Filan and conner plumbing is a a+ company and was not involved with this service ."

Quinn R on March 2024

Top Plumbing and HVAC Service of South Jersey Since 1976! Filan & Conner LLC has been the plumbing and HVAC company of choice since 1976, providing both residential plumbing and commercial plumbing services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The company has a long time reputation in the Camden County, Atlantic County, Gloucester County, and Burlington County area. The company has its strong local roots in two successful organizations, both recognized as reliable, honest, and reputable in their respective plumbing service areas. The existing plumbing company began in 1978 as Dave Filan Plumbing in Cherry Hill, NJ with over 38 years of experience in the tri-county area. Dave Filan's plumbing service and bathroom remodeling organization has one of the best reputations for service plumbing and residential bathroom design and bathroom remodeling. Brian Conner's Plumbing organization, started in 2002, as Brian Conner Plumbing and was in business for six years focusing primarily on the plumbing needs of residential new construction. Brian Conner Plumbing was known as one of the premier plumbing sub-contractors and worked with some of the area's best known and most well respected builders and remodeling contractors. In June 2008, Brian and Dave brought both plumbing companies, with overlapping but different plumbing service offerings, together to form Filan & Conner Plumbing, LLC. The combined experience, leadership, and expertise of both Brian Conner and Dave Filan creates a powerful team as they work together to direct this increasingly diversified plumbing company. Filan & Conner Plumbing has experienced and trained technicians that are ready to tackle all of your plumbing issues. From dripping faucets, emergency pipe leak repairs, to custom plumbing for your new home, addition, or bathroom remodel, you've got the best source in South Jersey available and ready to service your plumbing needs.

"It is unknown if ChristianConner has anything to do with this company , the previous review I posted about not being paid for services I rendered to Christian had absolutely nothing to do with this company after doing some research and conversing with Christian conner , I was paid for services, I am writing this review due to the Angi website for some reason not navigating the removal process of the prior negative review ! Filan and conner plumbing is a a+ company and was not involved with this service ."

Quinn R on March 2024