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Solar Wolf Energy

202 Worcester St
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Solar Wolf Energy

202 Worcester St
2.00(
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10 years of experience

Solar Wolf is a full service solar company with a great reputation and an old world belief to our customers. To under-promise and over-deliver, period. We have 18 years experience in construction, remodeling, roofing, solar water heaters, solar pv systems, battery back-up systems and much more. See what Solar Wolf Energy can do for you!

Solar Wolf is a full service solar company with a great reputation and an old world belief to our customers. To under-promise and over-deliver, period. We have 18 years experience in construction, remodeling, roofing, solar water heaters, solar pv systems, battery back-up systems and much more. See what Solar Wolf Energy can do for you!



Save the Rainwater STR Manufacturing LLC.

4325 Commerce St
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Save the Rainwater STR Manufacturing LLC.

4325 Commerce St
No reviews yet
20 years of experience

Save the Rainwater provides Rainwater Harvesting services for Agricultural, Commercial, Home use and Industrial applications. We can provide virus and contaminate free water for drinking purposes, flushing of toilets, well recharge and landscaping. We are trained professionals in Rainwater Harvesting and UV disinfection and the leading distributor of VIQUA UVMAX Disinfection products in Oregon. Our team of Water Industry Professionals are skilled in bringing your idea from concept to fruition. We accept check, cash and all major credit cards with financing available OAC. Your overall health is dependent on your water quality. We make Good Water - Great Water!

Save the Rainwater provides Rainwater Harvesting services for Agricultural, Commercial, Home use and Industrial applications. We can provide virus and contaminate free water for drinking purposes, flushing of toilets, well recharge and landscaping. We are trained professionals in Rainwater Harvesting and UV disinfection and the leading distributor of VIQUA UVMAX Disinfection products in Oregon. Our team of Water Industry Professionals are skilled in bringing your idea from concept to fruition. We accept check, cash and all major credit cards with financing available OAC. Your overall health is dependent on your water quality. We make Good Water - Great Water!


RP Builders Construction

P.O. Box 1574
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RP Builders Construction

P.O. Box 1574
No reviews yet
21 years of experience

Contact Robert, with RP Builders Construction for all you residential and commercial Projects you have. "No Job To Small, We do it All!" Also check us out at ANGIES LIST. OFFICE: 541-270-6860 FAX: 541-563-6894 SOME OF THE SERVICES WE PROVIDE: INSURANCE CLAIM WORK, KITHEN AND BATH REMODELS, COMMERCIAL REMODELS. NEW CONSTRUCTION, DOORS AND WINDOWS, ROOFING & ROOF REPAIR. DRYWALL WORK NEW AND REPAIR. WATER DAMAGE REPAIR AND RESTORATION. MOLD AND MOSS REMOVAL, POWERWASHING. HARDWOOD, LAMINATE, TILE FLOORING. DECKS & PATIOS. CARPENTRY ROUGH & FINISH. FRAMING WOOD & STEAL. JUST A FEW OF THE SERVICES WE PROVIDE THANKS FOR CHECKING US OUT, LOOKING FOWARD TO TALKING TO YOU.

Contact Robert, with RP Builders Construction for all you residential and commercial Projects you have. "No Job To Small, We do it All!" Also check us out at ANGIES LIST. OFFICE: 541-270-6860 FAX: 541-563-6894 SOME OF THE SERVICES WE PROVIDE: INSURANCE CLAIM WORK, KITHEN AND BATH REMODELS, COMMERCIAL REMODELS. NEW CONSTRUCTION, DOORS AND WINDOWS, ROOFING & ROOF REPAIR. DRYWALL WORK NEW AND REPAIR. WATER DAMAGE REPAIR AND RESTORATION. MOLD AND MOSS REMOVAL, POWERWASHING. HARDWOOD, LAMINATE, TILE FLOORING. DECKS & PATIOS. CARPENTRY ROUGH & FINISH. FRAMING WOOD & STEAL. JUST A FEW OF THE SERVICES WE PROVIDE THANKS FOR CHECKING US OUT, LOOKING FOWARD TO TALKING TO YOU.




A-1 Plumbing

1323 Dell Ave
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A-1 Plumbing

1323 Dell Ave
4.80(
25
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

At A-1 Plumbing, we drive around the Walla Walla valley in a Warehouse on Wheels so that we have what we need to fix your problem fast and right! A-1 Plumbing also satisfies your need for a plumber who shows up on time, listens to you so we can properly diagnose your plumbing troubles, and clean up as we work so we leave your home cleaner than when we entered it. So when we say, "We stock satisfaction," we mean it. Your plumbing problems are fixed when we're on the job, saving you time, trouble, and money.

"Stephan and James were very professional explaining the problem with our toilets and how they were going to fix them. also adjusted hot water heater. very nice young men. We would have them again without reservations!! Good job guys!"

Doug B on November 2023

At A-1 Plumbing, we drive around the Walla Walla valley in a Warehouse on Wheels so that we have what we need to fix your problem fast and right! A-1 Plumbing also satisfies your need for a plumber who shows up on time, listens to you so we can properly diagnose your plumbing troubles, and clean up as we work so we leave your home cleaner than when we entered it. So when we say, "We stock satisfaction," we mean it. Your plumbing problems are fixed when we're on the job, saving you time, trouble, and money.

"Stephan and James were very professional explaining the problem with our toilets and how they were going to fix them. also adjusted hot water heater. very nice young men. We would have them again without reservations!! Good job guys!"

Doug B on November 2023


Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Umatilla County

1560 N Dallas Rd
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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Umatilla County

1560 N Dallas Rd
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31 years of experience

At Mr. Rooter® Plumbing every customer’s individual needs are important. Whether it’s a simple sink clog or a damaged sewer line, you can count on a Mr. Rooter plumber to take care of your plumbing needs – day or night – with never an overtime charge. Our professional service, quality products and honest, up-front pricing make Mr. Rooter the best value in plumbing services nationwide. Mr. Rooter is ready for all emergency plumbing issues, from clogged drains and sewage backups to frozen pipes and leaking water heaters. You can count on an expert diagnosis from Mr. Rooter with our camera inspection tools. Then we’ll fix it right the first time, whether it takes HydroScrub® drain cleaning or trenchless pipe repair, with courteous smiles on our faces. There's a reason they call us Mr.® Call your local Mr. Rooter today. No overtime charge. 9 employees. Additional DBAs - Trade Services Northwest, Mr Rooter Corp. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional contact names - Daniel B King, Jill E King.

At Mr. Rooter® Plumbing every customer’s individual needs are important. Whether it’s a simple sink clog or a damaged sewer line, you can count on a Mr. Rooter plumber to take care of your plumbing needs – day or night – with never an overtime charge. Our professional service, quality products and honest, up-front pricing make Mr. Rooter the best value in plumbing services nationwide. Mr. Rooter is ready for all emergency plumbing issues, from clogged drains and sewage backups to frozen pipes and leaking water heaters. You can count on an expert diagnosis from Mr. Rooter with our camera inspection tools. Then we’ll fix it right the first time, whether it takes HydroScrub® drain cleaning or trenchless pipe repair, with courteous smiles on our faces. There's a reason they call us Mr.® Call your local Mr. Rooter today. No overtime charge. 9 employees. Additional DBAs - Trade Services Northwest, Mr Rooter Corp. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional contact names - Daniel B King, Jill E King.


"It went great! Very knowledgeable all around! Prompt, cleanliness, and professional service! My cat stowed away in their van overnight and Steve brought him home first thing the next morning! They certainly went above and beyond!"

Randy G on April 2022

Mechanical contracting firm with advanced training in whole home performance testing.

"It went great! Very knowledgeable all around! Prompt, cleanliness, and professional service! My cat stowed away in their van overnight and Steve brought him home first thing the next morning! They certainly went above and beyond!"

Randy G on April 2022

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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

It takes between one and three hours to replace a hot water heater element, depending on whether you hire a pro or do the work yourself. For example, a professional plumber with all the necessary tools and experience can often finish the job in one to two hours, whereas DIY will take two to three hours because it'll involve more preparation and troubleshooting.

If you are having trouble determining the right breaker size for your water heater, it is a great idea to contact an electrician near you to help. They can help you determine the best option for your home and install the circuit breaker for you, ensuring that you have all the proper permits and that your circuit breaker won’t overload, which could lead to fire and other damage.

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.

Every type of water heater has its advantages and disadvantages. Understanding those can help you decide the best type for your situation and budget. 

Pros

  • Safer than gas or propane

  • Doesn’t require extensive venting systems

  • Lower upfront costs

  • Simpler to operate

  • No pilot light

  • Easier installation

  • More efficient heating than gas models

  • Available as point-of-use (POU) and whole-house units

Cons

  • Slower to heat water

  • Longer recovery time

  • Possibly higher operating costs

  • Doesn’t work during a power outage

  • Costs can increase without a 240-volt connection

No, you’ll need to drain the tank before changing a water heater element, as the water heater element sticks through the side of the tank and uses a gasket to prevent water from pouring out. However, you don’t always need to drain it completely. If you’re only replacing the upper heating element, you can drain the tank until the water line is below the element. If you’re replacing the lower element, you’ll need to drain the whole thing.

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