"The whole experience replacing the water heater from the beginning to completion of the job was excellent. I do not have any complaints. I shopped around to other water heater company's and nobody could even come close with price or workmanship to premier water heaters. I would not have any problem recommending premier water heater"
"My technician Kyle was very informative and respectful. He explained what was going on and was very professional. Kyle even left me with an electric heater for the evening until they could replace my furnace the next day. Kyle was back early the next morning to start the replacement of my old furnace for the new one and it is working great! I am so happy that I was able to get this done right away."
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Duane Blanton Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Cooling has been serving Chicagoland and surrounding areas since 1988. Over 30+ years, we've developed the kind of service that surpasses expectations: a motivated team built on providing full-service support for your home, be it repair, maintenance or install. Our team licensed and certified technicians will guide you through every step of the process, from the initial phone call to service completion. This kind of reliability, transparency, professionalism and customer involvement allows us to develop long-lasting relationships with our clientele.
"I overfilled my garbage disposer!! My sink had 2 inches of water as a result of my trying a plunger to clear it. I called RS Plumbing at 4:45 in the afternoon and Steve came the next morning at 8:00.
He had me clear the area around the basement pipes in case the clog was more major than I hoped. He was able to clear the drain only in the kitchen area. He worked efficiently and had the drain running freely. I asked him to check the dishwasher hosing in case that was part of the blockage. I have had problems with that before.
RS Plumbing was prompt, competent, and overall good to work with."
"I was so happy when they said that they could be out there the same night as the day that I called. But then I was considered a non-emergency and my appointment got cancelled. I was unable to have hot water or heat with out these repairs, but I was not an emergency. They got a repair man out a few days later and he was able to give me a quote but not fix it. He was able to tell me exactly what needed to be done and why some of the damaged had happened. I always appreciate a good explanation of the situation. The installation person came during the day (so I had a friend there because I was at work) and he forgot to seal one of the holes in the chimeny, this would again make it dangerous to operate either unit. The plumber that came the same day noticed it, and we got the repair guy back there to seal off the other holes in the chimney. So when you call them they can be there that day, maybe, but they are going to pressure you to sign up for there 'customer club.' I think the club is a good deal. but here is the gist of it so that when you call you will alreayd have had time to run these numbers. I do not have an AC unit so it was one $120 (instead of $240) they give you $100 off of the initial visit to see what is wrong (originally $139) and then a percentage off the repair costs, and they do one furnace tune up a year (if you have an AC they also come look at that once). "
"They showed up very quickly. After replacing the hot water heater I went down in the basement later that day to inspect the work and found water all over the floor and a leaking braze joint right above the heater with the incoming water line. They came back quickly and repaired the leak but the mess on the floor was all mine to clean up. Not a fun experience at all. "
"Scott is a professional in all aspects of his work and demeanor. Our water broke during the week and we discovered the problem Saturday morning. Scott came in on Sunday ,at no extra charge, and efficiently replaced the older water heater quickly for as low a cost that replacing a water heater can be done."
"I go through them sometimes and I have mixed feeling about them. You can elect to cover as little or as much as you want and for a yearly price they will cover it. You have to use their providers. Sometimes their providers are good and sometimes they aren't. Sometimes they want to keep fixing something that's obviously broken rather than replace it. That's my criticism. I've had them for many years. I live alone and so I feel like big ticket items, like if I have to have my air replaced I can go through them. Over the years I've had water heaters replaced, air conditioners replaced. I think the price is a little high but if you need a big item replaced it is totally worth it. I think that sometimes they don't use the best products that are available. I think that like everybody they are trying to get by with the least that they can do it with the contract for these companies. It's that kind of a thing, price driven."
Electric water heaters do not need an attached vent, but the location of the water heater should allow for roughly 12 inches of clearance around it. This allows cool air to flow around the appliance and allows repair technicians to work on its components safely. The exact amount of clearance space required depends on your local building codes.
Replacing facilitates energy savings, decreases repair frequency, and aligns with modern safety regulations, maximizing safety.
Choosing between an electric water heater vs. a gas water heater comes down to personal preference. Overall, electric heaters are more energy efficient than their gas competitors. They’re also quieter to operate, take up less room, and don’t come with a risk of gas leaks.
The downside is that electric water heaters cost more to operate than gas. They might also struggle to heat water fast enough for households that use large amounts of hot water. Lastly, a power outage could cause your electric water heater to stop working, whereas gas water heaters may still function.
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.
When replacing an old unit, you might want to switch from a gas water heater to an electric water heater or vice versa. To do this, you will likely need to add infrastructure to the area. For example, you likely don’t have a gas line that served your old electric water heater. You’d have to call a plumber to put in a new gas line. If you’re replacing a gas unit with an electric one, the plumber will need to safely cap the old gas line. You will then need an electrician to add wiring for the new electric unit.
The Wind Point, WI homeowners’ guide to water heater services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Looking to replace or upgrade your water heater? Use this water heater replacement cost guide to see what the work will cost and what factors affect your total.
A water heater flush costs $160 on average but can vary based on the unit size, type, labor, location, and more. Keep reading to learn how much you could pay.
Find out the average tankless water heater repair cost, what impacts pricing, and how to save. Get expert tips to plan your repair budget with confidence.
Who can install a water heater for you? Look to hire a water heater installation pro or a licensed plumber for this job because of the challenges involved.
The average lifespan of water heaters is 6 to 15 years for conventional models and up to 20 for tankless ones, but it can be less if they are not properly maintained.
