Top-rated water heater repair or service pros.

Get matched with top water heater repair or service pros in Durham, NC

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Find Water heater repair or service pros in Durham

Avatar for PK Plumbing, LLC

PK Plumbing, LLC

4.86(
42
)
•Approved Pro

PK Plumbing, LLC

4.86(
42
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Looking for a dedicated company that will provide excellent customer service and work....then give us a call! With over 25 years of experience, PK Plumbing, LLC will be able to handle all of your plumbing needs. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"I have to be honest, I have been selfishly putting off leaving this review because I didn't want everyone knowing what a gem Edwin from PK Plumbing is. Edwin has come to our rescue WAY too often in the past year or so. Most recently, we had a massive leak in our crawl space which had apparently been going on for a long time before the pipe totally split. Edwin squeezed us in to come out and get the leak sorted out. Unfortunately, it took a couple of days because as he fixed one area, another would spring a leak. (Darned aging Polybutylene piping!) Edwin is extremely professional and definitely knows what he is doing. He is honest and friendly and doesn't charge you an arm and a leg like some companies would. We are fortunate to have found him and hope that he stays in business for a long time to come. I am pretty sure we will have to utilize him on a regular basis as the piping slowly fails in our house. (Unless we win the lottery to get all the pipes replaced in one fell swoop! We can hope! :D)"

Steve B on May 2021

Looking for a dedicated company that will provide excellent customer service and work....then give us a call! With over 25 years of experience, PK Plumbing, LLC will be able to handle all of your plumbing needs. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"I have to be honest, I have been selfishly putting off leaving this review because I didn't want everyone knowing what a gem Edwin from PK Plumbing is. Edwin has come to our rescue WAY too often in the past year or so. Most recently, we had a massive leak in our crawl space which had apparently been going on for a long time before the pipe totally split. Edwin squeezed us in to come out and get the leak sorted out. Unfortunately, it took a couple of days because as he fixed one area, another would spring a leak. (Darned aging Polybutylene piping!) Edwin is extremely professional and definitely knows what he is doing. He is honest and friendly and doesn't charge you an arm and a leg like some companies would. We are fortunate to have found him and hope that he stays in business for a long time to come. I am pretty sure we will have to utilize him on a regular basis as the piping slowly fails in our house. (Unless we win the lottery to get all the pipes replaced in one fell swoop! We can hope! :D)"

Steve B on May 2021

MBS Plumbing Service

5.00(
3
)
•Approved Pro

MBS Plumbing Service

5.00(
3
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business.

"Michael was incredibly nice and efficient. When my hot water heater went out, he came over within a day. He charged me exactly what he quoted me on the phone. I highly recommend."

Sarah G on April 2019

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business.

"Michael was incredibly nice and efficient. When my hot water heater went out, he came over within a day. He charged me exactly what he quoted me on the phone. I highly recommend."

Sarah G on April 2019

Avatar for Modern Plumbing of the Triangle, LLC

Modern Plumbing of the Triangle, LLC

4.93(
14
)
•Approved Pro

Modern Plumbing of the Triangle, LLC

4.93(
14
)
•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Very professional explained everything so I could understand i would recommend this plumber "

Otis R on January 2026

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Very professional explained everything so I could understand i would recommend this plumber "

Otis R on January 2026

Avatar for Tower Heating & Air, LLC

Tower Heating & Air, LLC

4.83(
9
)
•Approved Pro

Tower Heating & Air, LLC

4.83(
9
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
17 local quotes requested
49 years of experience

Tower Heating & Air, LLC is a licensed HVAC company based in Raleigh Metro Area, NC. We specialize in both commercial, residential heating, cooling systems, and plumbing. With over 40 years of experience, we are equipped to tackle any job in the industry, from one-time repairs and part replacements to ongoing maintenance and complete system installations. Breathe easy; we have your solution!

"Great"

Don A on June 2025

Tower Heating & Air, LLC is a licensed HVAC company based in Raleigh Metro Area, NC. We specialize in both commercial, residential heating, cooling systems, and plumbing. With over 40 years of experience, we are equipped to tackle any job in the industry, from one-time repairs and part replacements to ongoing maintenance and complete system installations. Breathe easy; we have your solution!

"Great"

Don A on June 2025

Avatar for Sweetwater Plumbing

Sweetwater Plumbing

4.29(
7
)
•Approved Pro

Sweetwater Plumbing

4.29(
7
)
•Approved Pro
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Ended up paying around $1100 for a simple spigot replacement, the plumber pulled out the spigot and broke the connecting pipes causing a water burst and then had to replace everything. "

Bossom B on January 2026

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Ended up paying around $1100 for a simple spigot replacement, the plumber pulled out the spigot and broke the connecting pipes causing a water burst and then had to replace everything. "

Bossom B on January 2026

Avatar for Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric LLC

Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric LLC

4.73(
265
)
•Approved Pro

Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric LLC

4.73(
265
)
•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
87 local quotes requested

Blanton's was established by Nathan (Bill) Blanton in 1951. Today. more than six decades later, Bill's passion for service, workmanship and customer satisfaction is still evident in the way we do business. While we embrace innovation to solve your electrical, heating, and cooling problems, our old fashioned service commitment remains the same. It's the reason we're an industry leader, and the reason so many of our customers become lifetime clients. Don't trust your system to just anyone. Blanton's hires only the most qualified technicians. We're dedicated to providing the highest quality installation, most innovative design, and most energy efficient products in the industry. Our team is committed and driven to deliver prompt, dependable and unparalleled service, with a constant focus on ensuring 100% customer satisfaction. Call us today!

"Great service- very professional."

Phil B on September 2025

Blanton's was established by Nathan (Bill) Blanton in 1951. Today. more than six decades later, Bill's passion for service, workmanship and customer satisfaction is still evident in the way we do business. While we embrace innovation to solve your electrical, heating, and cooling problems, our old fashioned service commitment remains the same. It's the reason we're an industry leader, and the reason so many of our customers become lifetime clients. Don't trust your system to just anyone. Blanton's hires only the most qualified technicians. We're dedicated to providing the highest quality installation, most innovative design, and most energy efficient products in the industry. Our team is committed and driven to deliver prompt, dependable and unparalleled service, with a constant focus on ensuring 100% customer satisfaction. Call us today!

"Great service- very professional."

Phil B on September 2025

Avatar for Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric

Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric

4.67(
127
)
•Approved Pro

Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric

4.67(
127
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
187 local quotes requested
75 years of experience

We know it’s tough to find a home services contractor you can trust. With over six decades of experience, Blanton’s is a Raleigh and Fayetteville mainstay. Known for our professional approach, quality products. and guaranteed workmanship, we’re proud to offer heating, cooling, plumbing and electric solutions that knock your socks off.

"Cancelled all services with Blanton as well as this well pitched Wow Service Plan. Was given a good pitch about services provided. However, after scheduling twice for services provided by service plan, only to have them cancelled and told need to reschedule. Today is was need to reschedule because they are anticipating (four days from now) a high volume of emergency calls due to cold weather and freezing temperatures. What cold weather? 52 and 43 at night are not freezing temps; 69 and 67 daytime are not freezing temps. So you reschedule appointments four days in advance with no actual justification or confirmation the day of of what you think might happen? Sounds more like laziness or a reason not to fulfill appointments made almost two weeks prior. Second, why have an online system that allows you to book an appointment and date but when you call to complete the appointment process, tell us that the dates that show on the calendar as “available” don’t actually mean they are available? The lady I spoke to said they are run by two different departments. Sounds like you need to update your systems and booking process that actually shows dates of availability so customers don’t waste time picking a date that isn’t actually available and waste time. Or get rid of calendar option altogether so you cannot select a date that isn’t in “real” time."

Robert S on December 2022

We know it’s tough to find a home services contractor you can trust. With over six decades of experience, Blanton’s is a Raleigh and Fayetteville mainstay. Known for our professional approach, quality products. and guaranteed workmanship, we’re proud to offer heating, cooling, plumbing and electric solutions that knock your socks off.

"Cancelled all services with Blanton as well as this well pitched Wow Service Plan. Was given a good pitch about services provided. However, after scheduling twice for services provided by service plan, only to have them cancelled and told need to reschedule. Today is was need to reschedule because they are anticipating (four days from now) a high volume of emergency calls due to cold weather and freezing temperatures. What cold weather? 52 and 43 at night are not freezing temps; 69 and 67 daytime are not freezing temps. So you reschedule appointments four days in advance with no actual justification or confirmation the day of of what you think might happen? Sounds more like laziness or a reason not to fulfill appointments made almost two weeks prior. Second, why have an online system that allows you to book an appointment and date but when you call to complete the appointment process, tell us that the dates that show on the calendar as “available” don’t actually mean they are available? The lady I spoke to said they are run by two different departments. Sounds like you need to update your systems and booking process that actually shows dates of availability so customers don’t waste time picking a date that isn’t actually available and waste time. Or get rid of calendar option altogether so you cannot select a date that isn’t in “real” time."

Robert S on December 2022

Avatar for Quality Service Today Plumbing & Septic

Quality Service Today Plumbing & Septic

4.20(
20
)
•Approved Pro

Quality Service Today Plumbing & Septic

4.20(
20
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
309 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

Quality Service Today is a locally owned and operated company specializing in plumbing and septic. Our experts offer a full range of plumbing and septic solutions for homeowners throughout Mebane, Durham, and all nearby areas. Whether you are looking for a second opinion, before moving forward with a major plumbing or septic project in or around Mebane NC, or you need to have a common plumbing repair carried out, our plumbing and septic technicians are here to provide you with the exceptional service and results you deserve.

"VISIT ON 12/16/2025 Charlie at Quality Service Today Plumbing and Septic is simply outstanding. He is unbelievably kind, incredibly knowledgeable, and has that rare ability to connect on a genuine human level while still being precise and thorough. Charlie takes the time to explain everything clearly, shares photos of his reviewed systems, walks you through what he’s seeing, and makes sure you truly understand the situation: no rushing, no pressure, just honesty and reassurance. He’s personable, relatable, and most importantly, completely trustworthy. In an industry where that matters more than ever, Charlie consistently delivers peace of mind along with top-notch service. I’ve used Quality Service Today for years and will continue to do so without hesitation. I sing Charlie’s and Quality Septic Today’s praises loud and clear, as they’ve earned every word"

Melinda D on December 2025

Quality Service Today is a locally owned and operated company specializing in plumbing and septic. Our experts offer a full range of plumbing and septic solutions for homeowners throughout Mebane, Durham, and all nearby areas. Whether you are looking for a second opinion, before moving forward with a major plumbing or septic project in or around Mebane NC, or you need to have a common plumbing repair carried out, our plumbing and septic technicians are here to provide you with the exceptional service and results you deserve.

"VISIT ON 12/16/2025 Charlie at Quality Service Today Plumbing and Septic is simply outstanding. He is unbelievably kind, incredibly knowledgeable, and has that rare ability to connect on a genuine human level while still being precise and thorough. Charlie takes the time to explain everything clearly, shares photos of his reviewed systems, walks you through what he’s seeing, and makes sure you truly understand the situation: no rushing, no pressure, just honesty and reassurance. He’s personable, relatable, and most importantly, completely trustworthy. In an industry where that matters more than ever, Charlie consistently delivers peace of mind along with top-notch service. I’ve used Quality Service Today for years and will continue to do so without hesitation. I sing Charlie’s and Quality Septic Today’s praises loud and clear, as they’ve earned every word"

Melinda D on December 2025

Avatar for Quality Service Today Plumbing

Quality Service Today Plumbing

4.29(
7
)
•Approved Pro

Quality Service Today Plumbing

4.29(
7
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
9 years of experience
Emergency services offered

Quality Service Today is a locally owned and operated company specializing in plumbing and septic. Our experts offer a full range of plumbing and septic solutions for homeowners throughout Mebane, Durham, and all nearby areas. Whether you are looking for a second opinion, before moving forward with a major plumbing or septic project in or around Mebane NC, or you need to have a common plumbing repair carried out, our plumbing and septic technicians are here to provide you with the exceptional service and results you deserve.

"Charged me $1239 for a plumbing repair that lasted a few hours. Cant get in touch with after hours support, will be filing a chargeback claim with amex. Beyond disappointed with the rate and the shit quality of service."

Chris B on December 2025

Quality Service Today is a locally owned and operated company specializing in plumbing and septic. Our experts offer a full range of plumbing and septic solutions for homeowners throughout Mebane, Durham, and all nearby areas. Whether you are looking for a second opinion, before moving forward with a major plumbing or septic project in or around Mebane NC, or you need to have a common plumbing repair carried out, our plumbing and septic technicians are here to provide you with the exceptional service and results you deserve.

"Charged me $1239 for a plumbing repair that lasted a few hours. Cant get in touch with after hours support, will be filing a chargeback claim with amex. Beyond disappointed with the rate and the shit quality of service."

Chris B on December 2025

Avatar for Benjamin Franklin Plumbing

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing

5.00(
7
)
•Approved Pro

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing

5.00(
7
)
•Approved Pro
35 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing is your trusted local plumber serving Durham, Chapel Hill, Hillsborough, Pittsboro, Mebane, and surrounding areas in NC. We provide expert residential and commercial plumbing services, including sewer repair, drain cleaning, water heater installation, and comprehensive leak detection and repairs. Our certified technicians are known for punctual service, upfront pricing, and high-quality workmanship. Whether it’s routine maintenance or an emergency repair, we deliver fast, reliable solutions with a commitment to your satisfaction. Count on us for dependable plumbing services that stand the test of time.

"jason came on time, very soon after booked, found out the problem quickly and solved it right away."

Deborah F on October 2025

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing is your trusted local plumber serving Durham, Chapel Hill, Hillsborough, Pittsboro, Mebane, and surrounding areas in NC. We provide expert residential and commercial plumbing services, including sewer repair, drain cleaning, water heater installation, and comprehensive leak detection and repairs. Our certified technicians are known for punctual service, upfront pricing, and high-quality workmanship. Whether it’s routine maintenance or an emergency repair, we deliver fast, reliable solutions with a commitment to your satisfaction. Count on us for dependable plumbing services that stand the test of time.

"jason came on time, very soon after booked, found out the problem quickly and solved it right away."

Deborah F on October 2025

...
Showing 1-10 of 1024
FAQs for water heater repair or service projects in Durham, NC

Warning signs include fluctuating water temperatures, a pilot light that repeatedly goes out, unusual noises from the tank, or complete heating failure. You might also detect a rotten egg smell, indicating a potential gas leak, or notice water that never reaches the proper temperature. If your water heater is over eight years old and displaying these symptoms, the gas valve is a likely culprit. Professional inspection is recommended, especially if gas odors are present.

Water heater gas valves are not universally interchangeable. Each valve must match your specific water heater's make, model, and specifications. Important compatibility factors include gas type (natural gas vs. propane), BTU rating, connection types, and physical dimensions. Using an incorrect valve can result in poor performance, premature failure, or dangerous gas leaks. Always consult your water heater's documentation or a professional plumber to identify the appropriate replacement valve for your unit.

The Durham, NC homeowners’ guide to water heater repair or services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles