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Top-Rated Water heater pros in Triangle - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Fred's Plumbing & Heating
Fred's Plumbing & Heating
5.0(
22
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceTankless Water Heater - Install

Serving Triangle, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Fred's Plumbing! They promptly gave me a quote that was significantly better than any of the others I received for a new hot water heater. They were quick, pleasant, and did good work. No high pressure sales or price gimmicks. I'll definitely hire them again."
Inspection report
Electrical Project
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+16

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Mermaid Water II
Mermaid Water II
4.9(
93
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceTankless Water Heater - InstallWater Heater - Repair or Service

Serving Triangle, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We purchased our house that has a water treatment & purification system and water heater that was installed by Mermaid Water. We have had them out for system check and to help us understand how to use the system. They also helped correct an item from house inspection regarding the water heater. They have been extremely helpful and responsive. Brent does an excellent job of making sure that the customer is happy."
Kinetico Non-Electric Water Softener
Kinetico Non Electric softener / filter
Kinetico Reverse Osmosis
Commercial Kinetico
Water Softener Install

+1

Response time7 hrs
Response rate86%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for SwiftPro Heating, Cooling & Plumbing
SwiftPro Heating, Cooling & Plumbing
4.6(
117
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallWater Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Triangle, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"SwiftPro was excellent. When our hot water heater went out (at nearly 20 years old, we were neither upset nor surprised!) we reached out to a few places but SwiftPro was the most responsive and had the price was fair. Zabi, the service technician was fantastic. I can’t say enough good things about him. He was prompt, provided excellent communication, took meticulous care with the work and work space, and was just a great person to talk to. The install went great and there was no aggressive sales tactics or upselling. Just a genuine cut and dry hot water heater removal and install experience. I highly recommend SwiftPro. Thanks Zabi!"
Tri-County Feeds
Trane Odyssey unit
Attic air handler
Old Armstrong AC
R-22 data plate

+29

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by43%of homeowners
Avatar for DB's Plumbing & Drain
DB's Plumbing & Drain
4.8(
194
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Solar Water Heater System - InstallTankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For Business+6 more

Serving Triangle, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fine. I had no issues. They got out to the house very quickly, within several hours of request, they were quick with no added charges or time, and the estimates that were requested (replacement of water heater) were explained thoroughly."
Sewer replacement Inside and out
Team at our new locations ribbon cutting
Expansion tank with new venting
New pipe continued
Whole house re pipe

+212

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McCarthy Services MD
4.2(
385
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For BusinessTankless Water Heater - Repair+5 more

Serving Triangle, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Brian Langford made all the arrangements with the installation of our gas hot water heater from Lowe's via McCarthy plumbing. He was extremely helpful,patient, professional and available to answer all questions. Due to his approach to his work, we will be working with both companies in the future. Only concern I have is the warranty between Lowe's and AO Smith Hot water heaters. Once the heater is installed, Lowe's severs ties. If there is a problem with the hot water heater, you cannot return it to Lowe's although it was purchased through them, this is clearly stated on the Hot water heater in bold writing."
Installing a new A/C system.
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Done Rite Services
Done Rite Services
5.0(
16
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallWater Heater - Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Repair or Service

Serving Triangle, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We called DoneRite after the water heater replacement company fiddled with the Town’s water supply end and somehow caused a blockage that shut off water supply coming into our house. Willis and his assistant arrived promptly and were confident in their assessment of the situation and their proposed solution. They were courteous in their interactions and also said that if their solution did not work then they would not charge us. The Town had informed us the previous day that they should be contacted first to come and shut off the Town end of the supply for any repair work. Willis was respectful of this request from us and waited patiently for half an hour for the Town to send their people. Willis suggested a replacement for our main water valve (which was very old and stuck), and also got our water supply back quickly. They also ensured that they had our new water heater turned on and running before leaving. We will not hesitate to contact Willis for any of our plumbing needs."
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+22

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Water Heaters FAQs, answered by experts

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.

If your water heater continues to have issues, you may wonder how long an electric water heat lasts. On average, these units last between 10 to 15 years. Following a proper maintenance schedule can help the water heater live to the end of its average lifespan or longer.

Any item that can hold on to moisture and encourage mold growth should be discarded and replaced following water damage. Upholstered items, such as armchairs and couches, and soft items, such as mattresses, usually must be thrown away once they've taken on a lot of water. Soft furniture is difficult to dry out, creating an inviting environment for mold.

You may also need to replace hardwood furniture following water damage if you're unable to fully dry it out. If you have appliances and electronics that have been fully submerged in water, particularly sewage, you'll need to replace those, too.

No, boilers and water heaters are not interchangeable because they serve different primary functions. Boilers are used for central heating systems, providing hot water or steam to heat your home. In contrast, a water heater's purpose is to supply hot water for daily household use, such as for faucets and showers. A water heater alone cannot supply the warm water or steam needed for a central heating system.

While they are not interchangeable, it is common to have both a boiler and a water heater. In fact, a conventional boiler often works best when a water heater system is already in place. The two systems can be combined to provide both heating and hot water, either by pairing a boiler with an indirect water heater or by installing a premade combination boiler-water heater unit. For home heating, some homeowners may also opt for a furnace instead of a boiler.

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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