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thomas@beardedplumber.com Living in Riverview, FL, means dealing with hard water that eats away at water heaters faster than you’d think. Between the minerals in our water and the constant use from big families in neighborhoods like FishHawk Ranch and Winthrop, your water heater works overtime. Most tanks only last about 8-10 years here before they start giving you trouble.
When your water heater starts making weird noises or you’re getting rusty water, it’s probably time for a change. Most people wait until there’s water all over their garage floor, but you don’t have to wait for disaster. Here in Riverview, we see water heaters fail all the time, especially during summer when everyone’s using more water for pools and outdoor stuff.
The process of replacing a water heater in Riverview usually takes us about 3-4 hours from start to finish. We drain your old tank, disconnect everything safely, haul away the old unit, and install your new one. Our plumbing company handles all the permits and inspections, so you don’t lift a finger.
Your water heater is trying to tell you something when it starts acting up. Maybe your showers aren’t as hot as they used to be. Maybe you hear banging sounds coming from the tank. Or maybe – and this is the big one – you see water around the base of the unit. Don’t ignore these signs.
We’ve seen water heaters flood entire garages in places like Panther Trace and Boyette Springs. One customer ignored a small leak for two weeks and ended up with thousands in water damage. If your water heater is over 10 years old and showing any problems, it’s smarter to replace it now than wait for it to fail completely.
Sometimes your water heater just needs a little help, not a full replacement. Our water heater repair services can fix most common problems – things like faulty thermostats, broken heating elements, or worn-out pressure relief valves. If your water heater is less than 8 years old and just needs a repair, we can usually get it running the same day.
We get calls all the time from people who think they need a new water heater when really they just need a $200 repair. One family in Summerfield called us about no hot water. Turned out to be a tripped breaker and a bad heating element. We fixed it in an hour for way less than a new unit would have cost.
Here’s the thing – if your water heater is over 10 years old, repair usually doesn’t make sense. You’re throwing good money after bad. But if it’s newer and the problem is simple, repair is the smart choice. We’ll always be honest with you about what’s worth fixing and what’s not.
Common repairs we do include: replacing heating elements, fixing leaky pressure relief valves, flushing sediment buildup, replacing thermostats, and fixing gas control valves on gas models. Most of these repairs cost between $150-$400, while a new water heater costs $1,200-$4,500, depending on what you get.
Getting a brand new water heater installed is actually pretty exciting. You’ll notice the difference right away. Newer models are way more efficient than old ones, which means lower electric bills. Plus, they heat water faster and keep it hotter longer.
Our water heater installation service includes everything you need. We help you pick the right size (40 gallon for small families, 50-80 gallon for bigger homes). We can install traditional tank models or tankless systems if you’re interested in going that route. Tankless water heaters are getting real popular in Riverview, FL because they never run out of hot water and take up way less space.
Beyond just installation and repair, we offer complete water heater services for homes and businesses in Riverview. This includes regular maintenance (which most people forget about), emergency repairs when your water heater fails at the worst time, and upgrades to more efficient models.
One service people don’t think about is water heater maintenance. Just like your car needs oil changes, your water heater needs flushing. All that sediment and mineral buildup from Riverview’s hard water settles at the bottom of your tank. Over time, it makes your water heater work harder and break down faster. We recommend flushing your tank once a year.
Water heaters don’t care that it’s Sunday morning or 10 pm on a Tuesday. When they fail, they fail. That’s why we offer emergency repair services for those “oh no” moments. We’ve replaced water heaters at midnight, on holidays, and during that crazy thunderstorm last July that flooded half of Riverview.
Our emergency service covers all of Riverview – from FishHawk Ranch down to Balm Riverview Road and everywhere in between. We keep trucks stocked with common parts and new water heaters, so there’s a good chance we can fix your problem on the first visit.
Look, there are lots of plumbing companies in Riverview, FL. But here’s what makes us different. All our licensed plumbers are background checked – that’s important when someone’s coming into your home. We show up when we say we will. We give you straight answers about what you need, not just try to sell you the most expensive option.
We’ve done hundreds of water heater jobs in Riverview. We know the area, we know the water quality issues, and we know what works best for homes here. Whether your in a newer development like Waterset or an older home off Big Bend Road, we’ve worked in your neighborhood before.
When we do a job, we do it right. That means proper permits, code-compliant installation, and testing everything before we leave. We warranty our work because we stand behind it. If somethings not right, we come back and fix it – no questions asked, no extra charge.
We also keep your home clean. We use drop cloths, we clean up our mess, and we haul away your old water heater. Some companys just leave the old tank in your driveway – not us. We take it with us and dispose of it properly.
We service the entire Riverview area, including all the neighborhoods where folks live. That includes FishHawk Ranch, Waterset, Winthrop, Summerfield, Panther Trace, Boyette Springs, Buckhorn, South Fork, Ballantrae, and everywhere else in Riverview, FL.
We also serve nearby areas like Brandon, Valrico, Lithia, Apollo Beach, and parts of Tampa. If you’re not sure if we’re in your area, just call us. Chances are, we can help you out.
Riverview gets its water from the Hillsborough County system, and it’s got high mineral content. This hard water is tough on water heaters – it causes scale buildup that reduces efficiency and shortens the lifespan of your unit. That’s why regular maintenance is so important here.
We recommend water softeners for homes in Riverview if you really want to protect your water heater and plumbing. A good water softener can extend your water heater’s life by 3-5 years and make your whole plumbing system work better.
The cost to replace a water heater in Riverview typically runs between $1,200 and $2,500 for a standard tank water heater, including labor and the unit. Tankless water heaters cost more – usually $3,000 to $4,500 installed. The exact price depends on the size you need, the brand, and whether any plumbing modifications are needed. We give free estimates so you know the cost upfront.
Most water heater replacements take about 3-4 hours from start to finish. If we were just swapping out a tank with the same type and size, it might only take 2-3 hours. Tankless installations or situations where we need to update plumbing or electrical can take 6-8 hours. We’ll give you an accurate time estimate when we come out for your free quote.
Yes, you need a permit for water heater replacement in Riverview, FL. Hillsborough County requires permits for all water heater installations to make sure the work meets safety codes. The good news is that we handle all the permits for you; it’s included in our service. We pull the permit, do the work to code, and schedule the inspection. You don’t have to deal with any of that.
For most homes, a 40-gallon tank works for 1-2 people, 50 gallons for 2-3 people, and 75-80 gallons for 4 or more people. But it really depends on your hot water usage. If you take lots of baths, run multiple showers at once, or do lots of laundry, you might need a bigger one. Our licensed plumbers will ask about your household and recommend the right size. We’d rather you have too much capacity than not enough.
If your water heater is less than 8 years old and the repair is simple (like a heating element or thermostat), the repair usually makes sense. But if it’s over 10 years old, or if the tank itself is leaking, replacement is the better option. Repairs on old units usually just buy you a little time before something else breaks. We’ll always give you honest advice about which option makes more sense for your situation and budget.
We install all major brands.
In Riverview, FL, water heaters typically last 8-10 years because of our hard water. In areas with softer water, they might last 12-15 years. Tankless water heaters last longer – usually 15-20 years. Regular maintenance, like annual flushing, can extend your water heater’s life by a few years. If your water heater is approaching 10 years old, start planning for replacement even if it’s still working ok.
Yes! The water heater itself comes with the manufacturer’s warranty – usually 6-12 years, depending on the model. We also warranty our installation work for one year. That means if something goes wrong with how we installed it, we fix it at no charge. Most problems show up right away if their gonna happen, so a year covers you well.
In most cases, yes. If you call us in the morning and we have your size water heater in stock, we can usually get it installed the same day. We keep common sizes on our trucks for emergencies. Even if we don’t have your exact model, we can usually get one delivered the same day from our supplier and get you up and running. We understand that no hot water is a real problem, especially with kids in the house.