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Atlantic Water Heater Pros
4.8(
51
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For BusinessTankless Water Heater - Repair+1 more

Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highered Bruce and his team, we're very happy with the service. They installed a couple new baseboard heaters to our existing unit to add more heat to a few rooms that's were cooler than we liked. We're very happy and much warmer. Bruce and his team were responsive and open to everything they were doing. Fast and efficient highly recommended!"
Large Mechanical Room
Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
J&K Supplemental Plumbing, Inc.
4.8(
78
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Water Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hesitated during this virus to have my water heater replaced, but John and his assistant came in with full masks, gloves, and booties, so I felt very safe. I have already recommended them to a neighbor. His price was lower than the one received by my neighbor by another service."
Repair Pvc broken toilet flange.
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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SOS Plumbing, LLC
4.7(
17
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Repair

Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Jacob was responsive, efficient and thorough. He was an excellent communicator and make the process seamless in a stressful situation. I would highly recommend his services. I call him for all of my plumbing needs. Thanks Jacob for the great service!"
Response time30 mins
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CJ's Plumbing & Heating Specialists, LLC
4.1(
11
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Repair or ServiceTankless Water Heater - Install+5 more

Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Removed and disposed of old cast iron baseboard in kitchen (to make way for sliding patio doors) then supplied and installed copper piping & fittings to re-connect remaining baseboard. Chris and team always do a good clean job and I like the ease of doing business."
Installation
Master Plumber / Pipefitter
New Corner Shower unit and plumbing
Biasi B-10 5 section triple pass oil fired boiler
Laars 40 gallon indirect water heater

+14

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JMB Plumbing, LLC
4.8(
49
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For BusinessTankless Water Heater - Repair+5 more

Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jim was extremely responsive to our request regarding a water heater replacement. It wasn't an emergency, but he and Tommy got to it within a few days. They are pleasant, explain their views clearly, and are responsible, respectful, and tidy."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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The Village Plumber
5.0(
9
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For BusinessTankless Water Heater - Repair+4 more

Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Highly Recommend! I recently received a call from my father who lives in Burrillville RI with a severe plumbing leak. Living in NY, I panicked until I spoke with Bill over the phone (after calling two other companies and left messages. Bill answered). He asked great questions, and was able to instruct us over the phone where to shut the water off to the house until he could arrive. He shuffled his schedule to get to my father's house that day! Bill and his assistant found the issue, repaired it while on site, and the price he charged was well under what I anticipated! Phenomenal job, highly recommend!!"
AAA Plumbing, Heating, and Contracting
4.0(
165
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallWater Heater - Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Repair or Service

Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Customers say: True professional

"Bill was extremely responsive and a true professional. I could tell he had a wealth of knowledge. I had a short window of time to replace an indirect water heater. He was on it. Set the appt. to measure and the date to complete the job was exactly what I needed to keep guest plans for the upcoming weekend. I will be sure to keep his # handy!!! Great work, great job, and a nice guy. Hit the jackpot with this one!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

Several things can void the warranty for your water heater. Many water heater manufacturers state that installing your own will void the warranty. However, even if you get away with performing the task yourself, incorrect installation, lack of a building permit, and improper repair work, regardless of licensing status, can all render your water heater unprotected by both the manufacturer's warranty and any installation warranties. 

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—tankless water heaters average about twice the price of their traditional counterparts.

If you want instant hot water and to reduce water waste while improving convenience, a hot water recirculating system is worth it, especially if you find your hot water heater is not hot enough. These systems can save thousands of gallons of water each year so you don't have to wait for hot water at faucets and showers. The upfront investment can be high, especially for systems requiring additional plumbing, but the long-term savings on water bills and added comfort make them a worthwhile upgrade.

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.

Electric water heaters typically last 10 to 20 years, though proper maintenance can extend their lifespan. If your unit is over a decade old and showing signs of inefficiency—such as higher energy bills, frequent repairs, or leaks—replacement is a smart investment. Tankless models last over 20 years, which can make them a longer-lasting alternative to traditional tank water heaters.

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