What are the pros and cons of electric water heaters?

• <div>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<ul><li>Safer than gas or propane</li><li>Doesn’t require extensive venting systems</li><li>Lower upfront costs</li><li>Simpler to operate</li><li>No pilot light</li><li>Easier installation</li><li>More efficient heating than gas models</li><li>Available as point-of-use (POU) and whole-house units</li></ul>Cons<ul><li>Slower to heat water</li><li>Longer recovery time</li><li>Possibly higher operating costs</li><li>Doesn’t work during a power outage</li><li>Costs can increase without a 240-volt connection</li></ul></div>

Does the age of your water heater affect home insurance?

• <div>Your water heater's age can affect your homeowners' insurance policy. Many policies will ask how old the heater is when you first apply for a policy—and they may make you replace a model that's over 10 years old. Even if your policy permits you to have an older heater, it may significantly reduce the amount of protection available. If an older water heater suddenly leaks and causes damage to parts of your home, your policy may not cover it.</div>

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Last update on October 07, 2025

Reviewed in May 2024
William replaced my water heater. Great job, near, timely, and professional.
AMERICAN TRADESMEN LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
They took a look, found the crack in the water heater, and replaced it on the spot with a 9 year warranty and annual service agreement
3 Mountains Plumbing
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Reviewed in April 2023
Came out on time and fixed my water heater problem
Amped Home Services LLC
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Reviewed in April 2022
Our water heater was leaking and I called few companies before I chose Fast water heater company to do the job and Andrey is very knowledgeable and professional. He explained every question I had and did a great job. I would highly recommend Andrey to everyone who need water heater installation...
Fast Water Heater Company
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Reviewed in May 2021
I am really pleased with Pipeline Plumbing work! From the initial estimate to the completion of the work, it was an excellent service. I had a 30 years old A.O. Smith, 18in gas water heater that sometime in January started discharging excessive amount of water through the overflow pipe. Drew did...
Pipeline Plumbing & Drains
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Reviewed in February 2017
Our water heater failed on Friday night. Other places we contacted were slow to respond or didnt' respond at all. Scheduled the replacement on Saturday, they showed up on time, did quality work and cleaned up after they were done. They also fixed a water hammer problem I had that originated when...
SOS Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in January 2017
I had a water heater go out in a rental and my tenant had no hot water. They offered the best time with a two day lead. In the meantime, they had me take pictures of the water heater and email it to them so they could get a start on analyzing the problem. They called the next day and said they...
EXCELLENCE PLUMBING, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2014
...inspected the plumbing. he couldn't flush the water heater because he couldn't fit his hose to the bib: our heater is mounted on a shallow tray, and the lip of the tray interfered with his equipment.
American Plumbing Services LP
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Reviewed in December 2010
I needed to have a hot water heater moved so some water proofing work could be done in the basement. Since we already had someone come out to move it we decided to replace it. The folks at Stan the Hot water man were flexible and easy to work with. They came and took the old water heater away...
Stan the Hot Water Man
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Reviewed in July 2010
Our water heater broke in the middle of the day. We called Plumbers Inc and they came out that afternoon to give an estimate. Because we decided to go with a tankless water heater, they had to order the water heater and parts. We were without water for that night. They were here the next day...
The Plumbers Inc
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Roots Plumbing LLC

Roots Plumbing LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

105 local quotes requested

Roots Plumbing LLC knows how important time is to you. Our experienced and professional team will get to the root of your plumbing issues with top quality service and products to save you time and money so you can get on with your day worry free. www.rootsplumbingllc.com https://g.page/r/CcSNBQIWtQHgEBM/review

"Great. Very thorough and very decent and knowledgeable people. Will definetly use again."

Ronan F on April 2025

"Great. Very thorough and very decent and knowledgeable people. Will definetly use again."

Ronan F on April 2025

AMERICAN TRADESMEN LLC

AMERICAN TRADESMEN LLC

Customers say: Quick response

68 local quotes requested

3 years of experience

We are a small family-owned business, we do all sorts of plumbing projects from new construction to custom homes. If you need us to Re-pipe your house for fresh water or for drainage systems, we have you covered! Want to just update your finish materials? Toilets, Faucets, Sinks? LEAKING valve we have you covered! Your piece of mind is the heart of our business. We always provide alternative solutions for you to pick what's best for your budget! We are excited for the opportunity to serve you and your family and show you why there is no better choice than American Tradesmen when it comes to your homes plumbing systems.

"This company is A++. Amazing customer service and communication, extremely knowledgeable, and personable. We are remodeling our master bath and needed water lines moved over a couple feet and a jetted tub line plugged, as we pulled it out. He bid $1450 and was much less than a second bid we received. We are now set to finish our remodel, plus American Tradesmen is our go to plumbing service now!"

Linda I on November 2024

"This company is A++. Amazing customer service and communication, extremely knowledgeable, and personable. We are remodeling our master bath and needed water lines moved over a couple feet and a jetted tub line plugged, as we pulled it out. He bid $1450 and was much less than a second bid we received. We are now set to finish our remodel, plus American Tradesmen is our go to plumbing service now!"

Linda I on November 2024

Sutherland Plumbing LLC

1336 NW Flanders St #244

Sutherland Plumbing LLC

1336 NW Flanders St #244

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

28 local quotes requested

Sutherland Plumbing specializes in trenchless main water line replacement, water heater repair & replacement, and more. We pride ourselves on quality and customer service. Call us today and let's get started! 503-719-4015

"Very timely, professional and reasonably priced. They saved us today! Thank you Ty, Courtney, Jake and Cameron!"

Shelly G on August 2024

"Very timely, professional and reasonably priced. They saved us today! Thank you Ty, Courtney, Jake and Cameron!"

Shelly G on August 2024

Roth Home

Roth Home

Customers say: Super punctual

629 local quotes requested

49 years of experience

Since 1976, Roth Home has been committed to one thing: providing the very best heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical, and drain services in the greater Portland area, coupled with truly outstanding customer care. Throughout the decades, we’ve been helping residential and commercial customers throughout the region achieve the comfort and safety they need. The Roth team goes above and beyond for every customer, offering custom solutions and fast, honest repairs when you need them most. We’re even available for 24/7 emergency services! As a full-service heating, cooling, plumbing, and electrical company in Portland and serving the entire region, Roth Home has what it takes to tackle any home service problem. From new water heater installation to furnace repairs to AC replacement, drain cleaning, whole home repiping, electrical panel upgrades, new lighting installation, and more, we can help ensure that your home or business is in tip-top shape. With Roth, one call does it all! Find out more about our comprehensive range of services, or request your appointment today when you call our friendly and professional team!

"Josh Wilder from Roth Home was excellent. He inspected my outdoor faucet to provide me an estimate to get it fixed. During his inspection he determined there was a blockage and had got the faucet operating with running water in a matter of minutes. He was very professional, punctual, and courteous."

Kathleen G on September 2025

"Josh Wilder from Roth Home was excellent. He inspected my outdoor faucet to provide me an estimate to get it fixed. During his inspection he determined there was a blockage and had got the faucet operating with running water in a matter of minutes. He was very professional, punctual, and courteous."

Kathleen G on September 2025

Burton Plumbing Solutions LLC

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24 local quotes requested

2 years of experience

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

503 PLUMBING & MECHANICAL, LLC

503 PLUMBING & MECHANICAL, LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

61 local quotes requested

Small locally owned plumbing company that provides modern solutions to all of your plumbing needs. With a background in multi and single family structures as well as commercial and industrial experience 503 Plumbing & Mechanical can find a solution to any of your plumbing needs

"Great wonderful job would hire again."

Cindy M on September 2024

"Great wonderful job would hire again."

Cindy M on September 2024

Masterworks Plumbing

Masterworks Plumbing

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

39 local quotes requested

Masterworks Plumbing specializes in re-piping, water services, and bathroom remodels, we bring unparalleled experience to every project & provide upfront pricing before we start work! Family-owned and with over 25 years of experience, we are your trusted partner for seamless home solutions, call or click for you quote today!

"I was notified by my water bureau that I had a major pipe leak and was horrified to learn that the leak added up to 10,000 gallons more than my normal usage in a billing cycle. I contacted Anton Beslic at MasterWorks Plumbing based on the stellar Angi reviews. He came over the following morning and diagnosed the problem within minutes: an old and cracked PVC pipe leading from the house to the meter. Anton made the arrangements to get the job started and mostly completed the following day. That involved getting a permit from the city; having officials mark on my lawn where fiber optic cables, gas lines, etc., were located; hiring a company to bore a new service line from the meter to the house crawl space; installing a quality 60’ pipe that will last way beyond my lifetime; installing an expansion tank on the water heater; and arranging for a final inspection from the city. Anton also installed a main house shut off in the closet next to the crawl space entry, which I did not have previously. I was so impressed by his professionalism, skill, and attention to detail and am forever grateful for how quickly he got the job done. I highly recommend MasterWorks plumbing!"

Dorothy W on April 2025

"I was notified by my water bureau that I had a major pipe leak and was horrified to learn that the leak added up to 10,000 gallons more than my normal usage in a billing cycle. I contacted Anton Beslic at MasterWorks Plumbing based on the stellar Angi reviews. He came over the following morning and diagnosed the problem within minutes: an old and cracked PVC pipe leading from the house to the meter. Anton made the arrangements to get the job started and mostly completed the following day. That involved getting a permit from the city; having officials mark on my lawn where fiber optic cables, gas lines, etc., were located; hiring a company to bore a new service line from the meter to the house crawl space; installing a quality 60’ pipe that will last way beyond my lifetime; installing an expansion tank on the water heater; and arranging for a final inspection from the city. Anton also installed a main house shut off in the closet next to the crawl space entry, which I did not have previously. I was so impressed by his professionalism, skill, and attention to detail and am forever grateful for how quickly he got the job done. I highly recommend MasterWorks plumbing!"

Dorothy W on April 2025

Bath Center of Portland

Bath Center of Portland

Customers say: Quality work

70 local quotes requested

35 years of experience

Bath Center has been in business since 1990 and growing strong. We pride ourselves on customer service and high quality work. Please call Bath Center for all your bathroom needs.

"They did a wonderful job. they were very efficient and quick with their work. they seems to know what they are doing... love their work ethic.."

Edgardo B on March 2024

Bath Center has been in business since 1990 and growing strong. We pride ourselves on customer service and high quality work. Please call Bath Center for all your bathroom needs.

"They did a wonderful job. they were very efficient and quick with their work. they seems to know what they are doing... love their work ethic.."

Edgardo B on March 2024

Trevor Rome Plumbing LLC

Trevor Rome Plumbing LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

3 years of experience

With over 20 years of experience in the plumbing industry, Trevor Rome Plumbing LLC is your industry expert in Newberg and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!

"Trevor was great! He saved us hundreds of dollars compared to another company. He was able to come out quickly and fix our problem on the spot. Highly recommend!"

Jen B on December 2023

"Trevor was great! He saved us hundreds of dollars compared to another company. He was able to come out quickly and fix our problem on the spot. Highly recommend!"

Jen B on December 2023

Sewer Renewal Specialists, LLC

Sewer Renewal Specialists, LLC

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 90% of Angi customers

105 local quotes requested

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer need. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"Sewer Renewal re-lined our aging sewer main, from the downstairs bathroom out to the city main. From initial quote to job finished they were extremely professional, hard-working, and timely. Communications were excellent - we always knew what was going on. Highly recommended."

Warren B on June 2024

"Sewer Renewal re-lined our aging sewer main, from the downstairs bathroom out to the city main. From initial quote to job finished they were extremely professional, hard-working, and timely. Communications were excellent - we always knew what was going on. Highly recommended."

Warren B on June 2024

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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

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.

Often, the first issue you might encounter is a lack or loss of power—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.

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

Your water heater's age can affect your homeowners' insurance policy. Many policies will ask how old the heater is when you first apply for a policy—and they may make you replace a model that's over 10 years old.

Even if your policy permits you to have an older heater, it may significantly reduce the amount of protection available. If an older water heater suddenly leaks and causes damage to parts of your home, your policy may not cover it.

A larger heater requires a larger breaker—unless there’s one already installed. The longer answer to this question is more nuanced. Do you place demands on the heater at the same time as running other heavy-duty appliances like ovens and washing machines? Do you live in an older home that may not have considered the higher electrical demands we have now? Breakers need to be sized at 125% of the load. To find that load, you should call a local electrical pro.

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