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Tank Water Heater Cost Calculator

Choose the fuel, tank size and installation details and get a planning estimate with a full cost breakdown in under a minute.

1Your tank water heater

Project ZIP code Please enter a valid 5-digit US ZIP code.

Fuel – for the new water heater

Please choose a fuel.

Tank size

30 gallon1–2 people40 gallon2–3 people50 gallon3–4 people65 gallon4–5 people80 gallon5+ people or large tubs

If you are replacing a tank, the size is printed on its label.Please make a selection.

Venting type

Standard ventmetal flue up through the roofPower ventfan pushes exhaust out a side wallHigh-efficiency condensingplastic vent pipe and a drain

Match your existing heater unless you plan to change the venting. Power vent and condensing models cost more.Please make a selection.

2The installation

What kind of job is it?

Replace a tank, same fuellike-for-like swapReplace, changing fuelconversion work neededNew installationno heater there now

A new location needs water lines, a vent or power supply and a drain run to it.Please make a selection.

Where is the water heater?

Garage or basementeasy accessCloset or tight spaceharder to work inAttic or crawl spacehardest to reach

Please make a selection.

When do you need it installed?

Schedulednormal working hoursEmergencysame day, night or weekend

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Options

Include a permit allowanceMany areas require a permit to install a water heater Add an expansion tankOften required by code on closed water systems Add a drain pan and drain lineProtects floors and ceilings if the tank leaks Replace the shut-off valve and supply linesWorth doing if the old ones are corroded or stiff Add seismic strapsRequired in some earthquake-prone areas

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