A like-for-like tank swap is usually done in a few hours. Larger upgrades, changes from electric to gas, or moves to a new location take longer and may need a permit.
Signs you need water heater replacement
- The tank is leaking from the body
- The heater is past 10 to 12 years old
- Hot water runs out too soon for the household
- Repeated repairs in the last couple of years
- Rust in the hot water only
How we handle it
- Size the heaterHousehold size, peak use and the fuel available decide the right capacity.
- Remove the old tankDrained, disconnected and hauled away.
- Install to current codeNew relief valve and discharge line, drain pan where required, expansion tank, and venting checked on gas units.
- Start up and testWe fill, purge air, light or power the heater and check for leaks and proper temperature.
What water heater replacement usually costs around Greenville
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| 40 or 50 gallon gas tank, installed | $1,490 to $2,390 |
| 50 gallon electric tank, installed | $1,290 to $2,150 |
| Expansion tank and drain pan add-on | $185 to $365 |
Ranges reflect common jobs in Greenville and nearby towns. Access, materials and the hour of the call change the final number, and you get an exact price before work starts. Compare prices across all services.
What you can do before we arrive
Take a photo of the label on your current heater. It tells us the size, fuel and venting so we can bring the right replacement on the first trip.
What we see in Upstate homes
Many Greenville homes keep the water heater in a garage, a hall closet or the crawl space. Crawl space installs take more care to get in and out, and attic installs in some newer homes need a pan and drain line to protect the ceiling below. We plan for the location before we arrive.
Keeping it from coming back
Mark the install date on the new tank, flush it yearly and keep the area around it clear. Replacing on schedule, rather than after a leak, is always cheaper.
Questions about water heater replacement
Can you replace my water heater the same day?
In most cases, yes, for standard gas and electric tanks. We call ahead with the size and price so the right unit is on the truck.
Should I go bigger when I replace?
If you run out of hot water often, a larger tank or a tankless unit may help. We look at how your household actually uses hot water.
What happens to my old water heater?
We drain it, remove it and take it away as part of the job.
Areas we cover for water heater replacement
Plumbcraft sends water heater replacement crews from Greenville and Belton across the Upstate.