Gas water heater Installation cost

An efficient water heater is essential for the comfort and function of your home. Whether planning a new installation or the replacement of an old unit, it is important to consider several factors when pricing the set-up of your new water heater.

Storage Tanks and Tankless Systems

A number of water heater options are available to meet the demand and efficiency requirements of different households. Tank-style heaters are the most popular on the market and are the most economical to purchase and install, costing an average of $372, nationally. These models heat cold water and store it in a tank until it is called for by a fixture or appliance. Electric tanks run by heat pumps have a higher purchase price than standard electric models, but the installation process is similar and the units are much less expensive to operate. On-demand systems quickly heat water as it drawn, eliminating the need for a storage tank. Both electric and gas tankless systems come with a higher price tag than heaters with storage tanks and generally cost an average of $657 to install.

Water Heater Location

If you are replacing your existing water heater with one of the same type, your contractor should be able to work with the connections that are already in place, keeping the set-up fairly simple. However, if access to the site is limited, added difficulty for maneuvering your water heater may increase labor costs. Typical installations in the basement of a home cost an average of $381 compared to $395 for installing in a garage and $409 for fitting a water heater in a closet.

Whole House vs. Single Point Systems

Whole house water heaters are installed in a single location and supply the hot water for all fixtures and appliances in the home. Both tankless and tank-type water heaters can serve as whole-house systems, costing an average of $679 to install. Some applications may warrant multiple point-of-use (POS) units, which are installed for an average price of $481. While multiple tank style water heaters may be used in one home, typical POS systems are made up of several tankless heaters installed throughout the house where hot water is used. Tankless systems are often most efficient in POS applications or used in conjunction with a whole-house system, requiring the installation of several units. Carefully evaluate your expected usage to determine if a more costly system will save you enough in energy costs to offset the installation expense.

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