"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/katy/texas-leak-detections-reviews-2015832.htm"},"position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Able Plumbing & Remodeling, Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Cheryl M."},"reviewBody":"Kevin, with Able Plumbing replaced my water heater. He was professional, polite and got the job done very quickly. I will definitely use Able Plumbing in the future. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/seabrook/able-plumbing-and-remodeling%2C-inc-reviews-465510.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Chavez Plumbing Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Susan C."},"reviewBody":"1. One day during the week of April 21, 2014, my husband called Chavez Plumbing because my tenant?s water heater stopped working. The water had gone from roughly 120° to scalding and then a few hours later stopped heating water altogether. 2. The same day or the day thereafter, Mr. Chavez came to look at the water heater, pressed the reset button, and left a $85.00 invoice. While he was here, my tenant told him that she believed the ?thermostat? (which regulates the water temperature) was the problem since the ?element? (which heats the water) apparently still worked because the water temperature was scalding before the water heater?s reset button was tripped. He ignored her request. 3. On Thursday night, April 24, the water heater water went from roughly 120° to scalding again, and by Friday morning, April 25, the heater no longer put out hot water. My husband and I were out of town until Saturday evening, April 26, and therefore did not call Mr. Chavez until Monday morning, April 28 when he requested another service call.
4. On Tuesday afternoon, April 29, two men from Chavez Plumbing came and replaced the element, despite my tenant?s attempt to tell them that it was not the element that needed replacing but rather the thermostat, since again, the element obviously worked if it was heating the water to scalding, which causes the reset to trip and turn off the heater.
5. On Thursday May 1, my tenant?s water heater again failed. My husband and I were out of town until the evening of Saturday, May 3. However, my tenant called Mr. Chavez on Saturday, May 3 to discuss the matter. Mr. Chavez apologized for the inconvenience and told her that he had would voided the $85.00 invoice from his first visit. Mr. Chavez said he could replace the thermostat, but that it more than likely was not the problem, and that we really need a new hot water heater at a cost of $1,500. She told him that she and I would call him on Sunday, May 4. 6. On Sunday afternoon, May 4, my tenant and I called Mr. Chavez to once again discuss the water heater problem. Mr. Chavez still recommended replacing the heater at a cost of $1,500. He also said that if we wanted him to replace the thermostat he would do so, but he could not get to it until perhaps Tuesday, May 6. I told him that a cost of $1,500 for a water heater that cost around $400 retail was ridiculous even if he did have to crawl into an attic. 7. On Monday morning May 5, at 2:30 a.m., my tenant?s attic water alarm sounded, which is installed in both the air handler and water heater pans. Tired of dealing with Chavez Plumbing, we called another plumber on Monday morning, May 5, who came that day. Upon entering the attic he discovered that the condensate line for the air handler was detached, causing the condensate (water) to run into the overflow pan, thus sounding the water alarm. It was his opinion that since the condensate line was detached and broken at the elbow that someone had recently bumped into the line. Since no one except Mr. Chavez and his men had been in the attic for almost a year it is clear that one of them broke the line, probably accidentally. 8. My tenant called Mr. Chavez on Monday, May 5 to advise him that we took care of the problem and he would not need to do any further repairs. Mr. Chavez hung up on her. 9. My tenant has had no problems with the water heater since the thermostat was replaced by the second plumber on Monday, May 5. Today is Thursday, May 15, 2014. At no time did Mr. Chavez or his men attempt to check the water heater thermostat by using a multimeter, which is standard equipment for such a purpose. Either they do not own one, or they are interested in doing a through job. Furthermore, Mr. Chavez first attempted to a quick fix for the water heater by pressing the reset button without attempting to diagnose the problem. He then sent his men to replace the heater?s element, which is a much more expensive and time consuming job than replacing a thermostat and a job which was totally unnecessary. While replacing the element, his men broke the condensate line on the air handler in the attic, allowing water to drain directly into the overflow pan. Luckily, we had a water alarm installed in the overflow plan which prevented what could have been a disaster. During our dealings with Mr. Chavez, he was at times rude, unprofessional, dismissive, and either did not know what he was doing or thought he could take advantage of us. I will never use this plumbing company again. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/houston/chavez-plumbing-inc-reviews-138560.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Big State Plumbing Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Kenneth K."},"reviewBody":"It took two trips yet once they had the water heater it took about one hour. My concern is the cost required an additional 200 dollars due to being in an addict. Suggest to note the cost is for garage water heater replacement. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/needville/big-state-plumbing-inc-reviews-129734.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Heights Handyman","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Kirstin W."},"reviewBody":"My old water heater sprang a leak on a weekend. I contacted Scott early Saturday morning to see he was able to help me. He came over to inspect the problem within a few hours and provided a cost for the work. On Monday, he was able to deliver and install a new water heater. On top of that, he helped me find a good deal on the water heater. I purchased all items required and he delivered it to my home. He talked me through each step, he did not change the price he quoted, and he was a pleasure to work with. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/houston/heights-handyman-reviews-6221553.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Abacus Plumbing, Air Conditioning and Electrical","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Lilli M."},"reviewBody":"The work was okay. I have had troubles with my water heater since the day it was installed. They have come out several times for the repair on my water heater. They claim that the problem is that the wind continues to blow the pilot light out and I need to keep the door open. I don’t see how the wind gets to it as the water heater is inside the house. It goes out all the time and any morning when I wake up, I may not have hot water."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/houston/abacus-plumbing%2C-air-conditioning-and-electrical-reviews-174425.htm"},"position":10}]}
Water Heater Service reviews from real Angi homeowners in Van Vleck, TX
Mat, the technician, came out for the water heater flush. He was very thorough. He opened up the water heater, got all the dust out, checked every part of it, and made sure the filters were clean and everything was in perfect working order before he actually began the flushing process. He...
Wade W.
5.0
06/2017
I called for a quote. I already had another company visit properties give me an estimate that I thought was high. Texans Water Heaters quoted me over the phone at a much more reasonable price; $1180 for new Rheem 50 gal natural gas water heaters located in attic. Since I was doing 2 homes at...
Benita B.
5.0
02/2015
Miguel arrived on the same day I placed the call to the owner David. I was thrilled when he had the exact replacement in his truck for the light bulb and gasket! He drained the spa water into the pool, replaced the old fixture with the new, then refilled the spa with water. Miguel waited to...
Cheryl M.
5.0
08/2014
Kevin, with Able Plumbing replaced my water heater. He was professional, polite and got the job done very quickly. I will definitely use Able Plumbing in the future.
Susan C.
1.0
05/2014
1. One day during the week of April 21, 2014, my husband called Chavez Plumbing because my tenant?s water heater stopped working. The water had gone from roughly 120° to scalding and then a few hours later stopped heating water altogether. 2. The same day or the day thereafter, Mr. Chavez...
Kenneth K.
4.0
09/2013
It took two trips yet once they had the water heater it took about one hour. My concern is the cost required an additional 200 dollars due to being in an addict. Suggest to note the cost is for garage water heater replacement.
Kirstin W.
5.0
09/2013
My old water heater sprang a leak on a weekend. I contacted Scott early Saturday morning to see he was able to help me. He came over to inspect the problem within a few hours and provided a cost for the work. On Monday, he was able to deliver and install a new water heater. On top of that,...
Lilli M.
3.0
09/2013
The work was okay. I have had troubles with my water heater since the day it was installed. They have come out several times for the repair on my water heater. They claim that the problem is that the wind continues to blow the pilot light out and I need to keep the door open. I don’t see how...
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Our marketing slogan is Making Homes Happier. We work very hard every day to be sure that when you choose us you can relax knowing that not only are you getting a great product at a great price but that we will be there to make sure you and your home are happy and confident before, during and after the sale.
"I think this is MAZ and not MAX. We had a drywall project--done very well and at a decent price. We have future project we want to continue to work with them on. "
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West Shore Home offers a risk-free home improvement experience, so you never have to worry that you are sacrificing on quality, convenience, or expertise. We specialize in window, entry door, shower and bath replacements, including walk-in tubs. We offer fully customizable, limited lifetime-guaranteed solutions installed in as little as one-day. All of our installers are in-house employees, so we can guarantee the quality of the whole project from start to finish. We get it done the way you want - fast, easy, smart and right. Our team is following all CDC guidelines so we can provide you with the fast and convenient home improvements. We are also offering free virtual design consultations! Schedule your free consultation today.
Tradition Services, a family-owned business with extensive experience, offers specialized services in air conditioning, heating, commercial HVAC, plumbing, in-home generators, and air and water purification in Houston, Texas. We prioritize customer satisfaction, always going the extra mile to ensure every client is completely satisfied. Our highly skilled team stays current with the latest technology, providing reliable and efficient service to keep your home comfortable year-round. Whether it's routine maintenance, emergency repairs, or new installations, Tradition Services delivers exceptional service every time.
"Phenomenal customer service and pricing you can’t beat! From the get go of the initial set up service call to the completion of service and follow up call, it was a great experience. Will not hesitate to contact again for any plumbing issues!"
Julia H on July 2025
Tradition Services, a family-owned business with extensive experience, offers specialized services in air conditioning, heating, commercial HVAC, plumbing, in-home generators, and air and water purification in Houston, Texas. We prioritize customer satisfaction, always going the extra mile to ensure every client is completely satisfied. Our highly skilled team stays current with the latest technology, providing reliable and efficient service to keep your home comfortable year-round. Whether it's routine maintenance, emergency repairs, or new installations, Tradition Services delivers exceptional service every time.
"Phenomenal customer service and pricing you can’t beat! From the get go of the initial set up service call to the completion of service and follow up call, it was a great experience. Will not hesitate to contact again for any plumbing issues!"
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"Hector and his crew came out to do a tile job for me around a back yard pool. They completed the job as scheduled and worked late into the evening to meet the deadline. Everything looks great. Very professional as well."
Rogelio G on July 2022
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"Hector and his crew came out to do a tile job for me around a back yard pool. They completed the job as scheduled and worked late into the evening to meet the deadline. Everything looks great. Very professional as well."
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Hi there my name is David and i started a handyman business 15 years ago and have had thousands of very happy customers! I Specialize in junk removal,Carpentery,painting,tv mounting ,pressure washing,All home appliance installations,deck building,pool cleaning,all yard work like tree removal, trimming bushes,weeding,mowing,edging,gutter cleaning,house cleaning,Help moving ETC...!!I am the right man for the job!Whatever it is i put 110% into every job that i do! Satisfaction GUARANTEED OR YOUR MONEY BACK!I am a man of God with Integrity,Honesty,Willingness,Humility and live to serve others!20 years experience ! Insured and Certified!
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Welcome To Kitchen Plumbing Bay City TX. If you have any Issues about Plumbing OR you have any Issues about your Heating or Cooling System? Our Technicians fix all Problems. We take pride providing customer satisfaction and quality. We are a complete plumbing service company that has been around for more than a decade. Our growth has been massive over the years because our services and staff is can’t be compared to any other company. We have a trained team of professionals that specialize in all sorts of plumbing services and HVAC for both residential and commercial needs. Our services include: drain cleaning, sewer, garbage disposal replacement, clogged kitchen sink, faucet replacement, home stoppage, back flow tests, Heating And Cooling, Heating And Cooling Services, Air Conditioning Service, bathroom remodeling and much more! We Offer these services 24-hour plumbing & HVAC Service, line and leak detection, garbage disposer repair, water supply line replacement / repair, dishwashers and ice maker water lines, heating & cooling any issues. Emergency service is our specialty. Complete Residential & Commercial Plumbing & HVAC Services, Local Plumbing, Local Seattle Plumbing Company, Plumbing, Kitchen, Bathroom Plumbing, HVAC and other all type plumbing & HVAC services, plumbing repair, residential plumbing, commercial plumbing, bathroom plumbing solutions, trench less sewer line repair and replacement, pipe bursting, pipe relining, kitchen plumbing jobs, sink plumbing, toilet repair / replacement, water heaters, sump pumps, faucet replacement, video camera pipe inspections, back flow certification and repairs, Plumbers, Plumbing, Plumbing drain & sewer cleaning, Plumbing contractors commercial industrial, Fire water damage restoration, Water heater repair, Sewer cleaners & repairers All of our plumbers are licensed, professional and reliable. We provide estimates for every project and we offer guarantees on all of our work. Call us any time on 9792002039
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Have you been needing a [drain cleaning] for a few weeks now and it’s really getting on your gears? If you’re ready to level up with the best technicians and plumbers in Texas, we want you to be introduced to our services: +Drain Cleaning Richmond TX. We are a certified and licensed business that’s ready to help you. A +clogged drain can really do a lot of damage, and this usually occurs when you least expect it. Were you trying to finally host a friendly Poker night with your cousins and distant relatives, but you accidentally backed up your sink while cooking up some greasy hamburgers? If this has hurt you in the past, our snakes and cutters will make things right. In addition to unclogging your drains, we can also handle your next {shower drain installation}. Have you ever been worried about your showers not properly emptying out, and now your fear is coming to life? To make sure your bathroom doesn’t slow down for no reason, let our plumbers unclog whatever stoppage is making things regress.
FAQs for water heater service projects in Van Vleck, TX
The average cost to install a new water heater is around $1,300, but you can expect to pay between $875 and $1,750, 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 $3,500. 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.
Tankless water heaters are more expensive than those with a storage tank, but they come with some impressive benefits that most homeowners find worth the higher investment. Most importantly, they provide unlimited hot water, so you’ll never run out like you would with a storage tank. Tankless heaters are also more efficient, so comparing gallon-for-gallon, you’ll spend less on hot water with a tankless heater. Tankless water heaters are also smaller, require less maintenance, and tend to last longer than storage tank water heaters.
It usually takes a professional water heater installer between two and three hours to remove an existing water heater and install a new tank heater. However, it could take four to five hours if they have to work in a small utility closet or another tight area, like a crawl space. Tankless water heaters 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.
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.
In most municipalities, a license is not mandatory for water heater installation or replacement. However, we strongly recommend hiring a licensed plumber or water heater installer to handle the work. Licensed installers are far less likely to make a mistake during the installation, which means paying for the experience decreases your risk of a leak and other issues. You can use our state licensing tool to find out if a contractor you’re considering in your area holds a plumber’s license.
The Van Vleck, TX homeowners’ guide to water heater services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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