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Water heater installers and replacers in Lakeside

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CRS Drain And Plumbing
9902 Jamacha Blvd, Spc 9
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
CRS Drain And Plumbing
9902 Jamacha Blvd, Spc 9
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

CRS Drain And Plumbing, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.

"He cleaned all the mess and left it cleaner then when he got there. The new water heater work great."

Ronald B on April 2022

CRS Drain And Plumbing, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.

"He cleaned all the mess and left it cleaner then when he got there. The new water heater work great."

Ronald B on April 2022


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LULU'S PLUMBING
4474 Normandie Place
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
LULU'S PLUMBING
4474 Normandie Place
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate

At Lulu's Plumbing, we pride ourselves on being your friendly, reliable, and dedicated plumbing professionals. With a commitment to excellence and efficiency, we tackle every job with precision and care, ensuring your plumbing systems run smoothly. From quick repairs to complex installations, our experienced team delivers exceptional service you can trust. Let us take the worry out of your plumbing needs—because your satisfaction is our priority. Please visit our website for online booking or give us a call today!

"Billy is a professional and easy to deal with. He not only replaced my water heater, but brought everything up to current codes, and he did a high-quality job"

Brent B on June 2025

At Lulu's Plumbing, we pride ourselves on being your friendly, reliable, and dedicated plumbing professionals. With a commitment to excellence and efficiency, we tackle every job with precision and care, ensuring your plumbing systems run smoothly. From quick repairs to complex installations, our experienced team delivers exceptional service you can trust. Let us take the worry out of your plumbing needs—because your satisfaction is our priority. Please visit our website for online booking or give us a call today!

"Billy is a professional and easy to deal with. He not only replaced my water heater, but brought everything up to current codes, and he did a high-quality job"

Brent B on June 2025


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Primo Plumbing
528 Welton Street
4.88(
127
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Approved Pro
Primo Plumbing
528 Welton Street
4.88(
127
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 years of experience

Primo Plumbing has been servicing Chula Vista, California and the surrounding areas for over two decades. We are available for all your plumbing needs. If you need quality plumbing services at affordable rates, give us a call today. We look forward to being of service. South Bay's most trusted Plumber for over 20 years. (619) 691-6829 Licensed and Bonded CA License #667172

"I needed to replace an older water heater and Mike was the first to respond and also ended up being the winning quote. I highly recommend Primo Plumbing."

Michael M on March 2024

Primo Plumbing has been servicing Chula Vista, California and the surrounding areas for over two decades. We are available for all your plumbing needs. If you need quality plumbing services at affordable rates, give us a call today. We look forward to being of service. South Bay's most trusted Plumber for over 20 years. (619) 691-6829 Licensed and Bonded CA License #667172

"I needed to replace an older water heater and Mike was the first to respond and also ended up being the winning quote. I highly recommend Primo Plumbing."

Michael M on March 2024


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Plumbing Plus
12147 Kirkham, Suite A
4.66(
19
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Approved Pro
Plumbing Plus
12147 Kirkham, Suite A
4.66(
19
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
41 years of experience

Customers have been turning to our knowledgeable team of Poway plumbing professionals at Plumbing Plus since 1984. Our company is local, family-owned, and trusted throughout San Diego County. Our team works hard to build long lasting relationships with all of our customers so that they never have to think twice when plumbing problems arise. We have an A rating on Angie’s List for plumbers in San Diego and also an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. With over 60,000 jobs successfully handled and over 80% of our customers being repeats and referrals, it’s easy to see why so many people prefer Plumbing Plus. Call to schedule your service today and see the difference our expert plumbers can make.

"Did good job."

Gaurav P on April 2024

Customers have been turning to our knowledgeable team of Poway plumbing professionals at Plumbing Plus since 1984. Our company is local, family-owned, and trusted throughout San Diego County. Our team works hard to build long lasting relationships with all of our customers so that they never have to think twice when plumbing problems arise. We have an A rating on Angie’s List for plumbers in San Diego and also an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. With over 60,000 jobs successfully handled and over 80% of our customers being repeats and referrals, it’s easy to see why so many people prefer Plumbing Plus. Call to schedule your service today and see the difference our expert plumbers can make.

"Did good job."

Gaurav P on April 2024


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Point Loma Electric and Plumbing
4838 Ronson Court, Suite A
4.46(
117
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Approved Pro
Point Loma Electric and Plumbing
4838 Ronson Court, Suite A
4.46(
117
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
94 local quotes requested
37 years of experience

Don't let plumbing problems disrupt your day - call Point Loma Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Air for fast, professional plumbing services you can count on. Whether it's a dripping faucet, a clogged toilet, or a complete sewer line issue, our licensed plumbers are ready to tackle the job with precision and care. From minor leaks to major plumbing repairs, we handle it all - leaky pipes, slow drains, broken faucets, water line damage, and more. We specialize in tankless water heater installations, giving homeowners endless hot water with greater efficiency. If you're dealing with persistent drain clogs or backups, our team uses advanced camera inspections to pinpoint the issue and provide targeted solutions. We also offer trenchless sewer repair to keep your home's plumbing flowing smoothly. Looking to improve your home's water quality? Ask about our whole-home water purification systems for cleaner, better-tasting water from every tap. Our service trucks are in your neighborhood!

"They did great"

LUKE S on April 2024

Don't let plumbing problems disrupt your day - call Point Loma Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Air for fast, professional plumbing services you can count on. Whether it's a dripping faucet, a clogged toilet, or a complete sewer line issue, our licensed plumbers are ready to tackle the job with precision and care. From minor leaks to major plumbing repairs, we handle it all - leaky pipes, slow drains, broken faucets, water line damage, and more. We specialize in tankless water heater installations, giving homeowners endless hot water with greater efficiency. If you're dealing with persistent drain clogs or backups, our team uses advanced camera inspections to pinpoint the issue and provide targeted solutions. We also offer trenchless sewer repair to keep your home's plumbing flowing smoothly. Looking to improve your home's water quality? Ask about our whole-home water purification systems for cleaner, better-tasting water from every tap. Our service trucks are in your neighborhood!

"They did great"

LUKE S on April 2024


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Guardian Plumbing
27895 Diaz Road, Suite C
4.74(
290
)
Approved Pro
Guardian Plumbing
27895 Diaz Road, Suite C
4.74(
290
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
263 local quotes requested

Guardian Plumbers provides honest, reliable residential and commercial plumbing services in Wildomar and throughout Riverside County. Whether you need a repair, replacement, maintenance, or a new installation, we will be there stat! The level of quality in the products we use and work we provide never fail to supersede our customers expectations.

"Good communication, fair pricing ? Will use again"

Daniel H on June 2025

Guardian Plumbers provides honest, reliable residential and commercial plumbing services in Wildomar and throughout Riverside County. Whether you need a repair, replacement, maintenance, or a new installation, we will be there stat! The level of quality in the products we use and work we provide never fail to supersede our customers expectations.

"Good communication, fair pricing ? Will use again"

Daniel H on June 2025


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Dr. House, Inc.
2130 Desert Bluffs Court
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Dr. House, Inc.
2130 Desert Bluffs Court
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Dr. House Inc North County Plumbing, we don't just fix pipes, we build trust. As a female-owned and SDSU alumni-operated company, we take pride in delivering top-tier plumbing solutions with unbeatable prices and outstanding customer service. Our team of master plumbers, each with over a decade of experience, is dedicated to serving North County with precision, reliability, and a commitment to excellence. Quality is our foundation, and your satisfaction is our priority. When you need plumbing done right, trust the experts at Dr. House Inc!

"These guys were super quick, efficient and did a neat job! Thank you again! "

Camila a on April 2025

At Dr. House Inc North County Plumbing, we don't just fix pipes, we build trust. As a female-owned and SDSU alumni-operated company, we take pride in delivering top-tier plumbing solutions with unbeatable prices and outstanding customer service. Our team of master plumbers, each with over a decade of experience, is dedicated to serving North County with precision, reliability, and a commitment to excellence. Quality is our foundation, and your satisfaction is our priority. When you need plumbing done right, trust the experts at Dr. House Inc!

"These guys were super quick, efficient and did a neat job! Thank you again! "

Camila a on April 2025


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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of San Diego
9424 Chesapeake Drive Suite 1304
4.71(
17
)
Approved Pro
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of San Diego
9424 Chesapeake Drive Suite 1304
4.71(
17
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
53 years of experience

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of San Diego County is a locally owned and family operated plumbing company. All of our technicians are licensed and highly trained to handle all of your residential and commercial plumbing service and repair needs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Whether your repairs are upkeep and maintenance or an emergency situation, Mr. Rooter has years of experience to get the job done right in a timely manner. We have the expertise and modern technology to handle your service repairs in a prompt and professional manner. In fact, we are proud of our team of highly trained, courteous and professional plumbers who are ready to provide you with a breakdown of the needed services, repairs and costs once the free inspection is completed, allowing you to make an educated and informed decision before we start the job. If you are experiencing plumbing problems, and need a licensed and dedicated San Diego plumber, look no further than your local team at Mr. Rooter. A+ BBB Accredited

"Very helpful and responsive to our clogged kitchen drain! Fit us in on a busy day and the plumber was courteous, efficient and thorough."

Bob C on December 2021

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of San Diego County is a locally owned and family operated plumbing company. All of our technicians are licensed and highly trained to handle all of your residential and commercial plumbing service and repair needs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Whether your repairs are upkeep and maintenance or an emergency situation, Mr. Rooter has years of experience to get the job done right in a timely manner. We have the expertise and modern technology to handle your service repairs in a prompt and professional manner. In fact, we are proud of our team of highly trained, courteous and professional plumbers who are ready to provide you with a breakdown of the needed services, repairs and costs once the free inspection is completed, allowing you to make an educated and informed decision before we start the job. If you are experiencing plumbing problems, and need a licensed and dedicated San Diego plumber, look no further than your local team at Mr. Rooter. A+ BBB Accredited

"Very helpful and responsive to our clogged kitchen drain! Fit us in on a busy day and the plumber was courteous, efficient and thorough."

Bob C on December 2021


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Anderson Design
3755 Avocado Boulevard
5.00(
42
)
Approved Pro
Anderson Design
3755 Avocado Boulevard
5.00(
42
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
170 local quotes requested

Transform your home with Anderson Design Painting. Our team of expert general contractors in San Diego specializes in kitchen and bathroom renovations. With our attention to detail and commitment to quality, we'll bring your vision to life. Contact us today for a consultation.

"Can’t say enough about the quality and excellence of Anderson Design! Our project consisted of updating 25 year old kitchen, enclosing our patio overhang into a California room and laminate wood plank flooring. After interviewing a number of contractors that walked in wanting wallet open and wanting $10,000 up front to discuss our ideas. Anderson walked in with vision, suggestions, ideas and many satisfied clients. We were listened to and offered advice. Even after adjusting our scope, the Anderson team came in to get the job done with 110% effort. We now have a professional kitchen (new countertops, appliances, glass tile backsplash) that looks out into the most GORGEOUS California room (walls, windows, 10 ft slider and laminate flooring). All of this was done for at least one third of the price quoted by other contractors! We would definitely use Anderson for any additional work around our home. Highly recommend! Happy clients are the best confirmation of the quality of service!"

P H on August 2019

Transform your home with Anderson Design Painting. Our team of expert general contractors in San Diego specializes in kitchen and bathroom renovations. With our attention to detail and commitment to quality, we'll bring your vision to life. Contact us today for a consultation.

"Can’t say enough about the quality and excellence of Anderson Design! Our project consisted of updating 25 year old kitchen, enclosing our patio overhang into a California room and laminate wood plank flooring. After interviewing a number of contractors that walked in wanting wallet open and wanting $10,000 up front to discuss our ideas. Anderson walked in with vision, suggestions, ideas and many satisfied clients. We were listened to and offered advice. Even after adjusting our scope, the Anderson team came in to get the job done with 110% effort. We now have a professional kitchen (new countertops, appliances, glass tile backsplash) that looks out into the most GORGEOUS California room (walls, windows, 10 ft slider and laminate flooring). All of this was done for at least one third of the price quoted by other contractors! We would definitely use Anderson for any additional work around our home. Highly recommend! Happy clients are the best confirmation of the quality of service!"

P H on August 2019


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Sonny Builders
14220 Kettner Blvd,
4.11(
9
)
Approved Pro
Sonny Builders
14220 Kettner Blvd,
4.11(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
784 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

With years of professional building/remodeling experience, Sonny Builders is fully licensed, bonded & insured general contracting company that offers a full range of services but not limited to; kitchen remodel, bathroom remodeling, roofing, room additions, accessory dwelling units, complete home remodel, and any structural changes. In addition to our services, we also offer design services to help you envision your new space with the help of D designs, renderings, and blueprints curated by our designers. Contact us today, we look forward to serving you!

"Excellent work, great prices, easy to work with, very accommodating to requests/changes, extensive knowledge, bathrooms came out amazing and I couldn’t be happier!! Give these guys a chance you won’t be disappointed."

sean r on April 2025

With years of professional building/remodeling experience, Sonny Builders is fully licensed, bonded & insured general contracting company that offers a full range of services but not limited to; kitchen remodel, bathroom remodeling, roofing, room additions, accessory dwelling units, complete home remodel, and any structural changes. In addition to our services, we also offer design services to help you envision your new space with the help of D designs, renderings, and blueprints curated by our designers. Contact us today, we look forward to serving you!

"Excellent work, great prices, easy to work with, very accommodating to requests/changes, extensive knowledge, bathrooms came out amazing and I couldn’t be happier!! Give these guys a chance you won’t be disappointed."

sean r on April 2025

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FAQs for water heater installation and replacement projects in Lakeside, CA

You'll need an expansion tank if your home has a closed water system, which is standard in newer homes or those with backflow preventers or pressure regulators. Expanding hot water has nowhere to go in closed systems, creating potentially damaging pressure. The expansion tank provides space for this expanded water, protecting your plumbing system and water heater from premature failure. Many local building codes now require expansion tanks, and some water heater warranties may be voided without one.

For a standard 50-gallon water heater, a two-gallon expansion tank is sufficient. This sizing assumes normal household water pressure between 40 and 60 psi. If your home has higher water pressure (60 to 80 psi), consider upgrading to a slightly larger tank for added protection. The expansion tank's purpose is to accommodate the increased volume that occurs when cold water heats up, which is proportional to your water heater's capacity.

Watch for signs like dripping water around the tank, fluctuating water pressure throughout your home, or unusual noises in your plumbing system. A properly functioning expansion tank should feel light when tapped on the bottom—if it feels heavy or waterlogged, the internal bladder has likely failed. Other indicators include frequent triggering of your temperature and pressure relief valve, visible corrosion on the tank, or unexplained increases in your water bill, suggesting hidden leaks.

Most expansion tanks have a service life of five to 10 years, though some may last up to 12 years or more with proper maintenance. Factors affecting lifespan include water quality, system pressure, installation quality, and tank construction. Hard water areas often see shorter lifespans due to mineral buildup. Regular maintenance checks can help identify potential issues before complete failure. When your water heater is due for replacement, it's wise to replace the expansion tank simultaneously, even if it hasn't failed yet.

A 30-gallon water heater needs an expansion tank if your home has a closed plumbing system. The need for an expansion tank is determined by your plumbing system type rather than water heater size. Even smaller water heaters create thermal expansion when heating water. If your home has a backflow preventer, pressure regulator, or check valve on the main water line, you have a closed system that requires an expansion tank. Check your local plumbing codes, as many jurisdictions now mandate expansion tanks regardless of water heater size.

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