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Water heater installers and replacers in Oceanside

Avatar for Olson Superior Plumbing, Inc.
Olson Superior Plumbing, Inc.
19 Spectrum Pointe Drive, Suite 604
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Olson Superior Plumbing, Inc.
19 Spectrum Pointe Drive, Suite 604
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
16 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Olson Superior Plumbing, we believe in putting People Over Plumbing. With 4,000+ five-star reviews on Yelp and Google, and as a family-owned and operated business serving Orange County and surrounding areas, our team brings over 15 years of experience in delivering high-quality plumbing solutions with care, integrity, and unmatched professionalism. Whether you're dealing with a leaky faucet, a full repipe, or need emergency service, our licensed and insured technicians are here to help—treating every home and customer with the respect and compassion they deserve. We hold ourselves to the highest standards, ensuring your job is done right the first time, every time. Driven by our C.A.R.E. values—Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence—we’re not just here to fix pipes. We’re here to build trust, provide peace of mind, and create long-term relationships with the homeowners we serve. Experience plumbing with heart. Experience Olson Superior Plumbing.

"Ordered the job on Friday and the job was started and completed on the same day ! Affordable- on time- professional- would and will hire again for all my plumbing jobs at home 10/10 !"

Stephen E on April 2025

At Olson Superior Plumbing, we believe in putting People Over Plumbing. With 4,000+ five-star reviews on Yelp and Google, and as a family-owned and operated business serving Orange County and surrounding areas, our team brings over 15 years of experience in delivering high-quality plumbing solutions with care, integrity, and unmatched professionalism. Whether you're dealing with a leaky faucet, a full repipe, or need emergency service, our licensed and insured technicians are here to help—treating every home and customer with the respect and compassion they deserve. We hold ourselves to the highest standards, ensuring your job is done right the first time, every time. Driven by our C.A.R.E. values—Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence—we’re not just here to fix pipes. We’re here to build trust, provide peace of mind, and create long-term relationships with the homeowners we serve. Experience plumbing with heart. Experience Olson Superior Plumbing.

"Ordered the job on Friday and the job was started and completed on the same day ! Affordable- on time- professional- would and will hire again for all my plumbing jobs at home 10/10 !"

Stephen E on April 2025


R&W Holding Co. DBA Hack's Plumbing & Drain
2336 La Mirada Dr #200
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R&W Holding Co. DBA Hack's Plumbing & Drain
2336 La Mirada Dr #200
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Hack's Plumbing & Drain is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Hack's Plumbing & Drain is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.


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Estandard Plumbing, Inc.
PO Box 222
5.00(
2
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Estandard Plumbing, Inc.
PO Box 222
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 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.

"He was on time. he made sure I was satisfied with his work. Nice man he wore protective mask."

Gail P on June 2020

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.

"He was on time. he made sure I was satisfied with his work. Nice man he wore protective mask."

Gail P on June 2020


Ace Contractors
4858 Mercury Street, Suite 202
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Ace Contractors
4858 Mercury Street, Suite 202
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
67 years of experience

Contact the Professionals at Ace Contractors for the highest quality professional HVAC and plumbing contractors. We handle all HVAC and Plumbing improvements from service calls to installing solar panels. We operate in the San Diego County areas. Call on us today. we are open 24-7 for service.

Contact the Professionals at Ace Contractors for the highest quality professional HVAC and plumbing contractors. We handle all HVAC and Plumbing improvements from service calls to installing solar panels. We operate in the San Diego County areas. Call on us today. we are open 24-7 for service.


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Ace Contractors
4858 Mercury Street, Suite 202
4.39(
912
)
Approved Pro
Ace Contractors
4858 Mercury Street, Suite 202
4.39(
912
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
268 local quotes requested
67 years of experience

Contact the Professionals at Ace Contractors for the highest quality professional HVAC and plumbing contractors. We handle all HVAC and Plumbing improvements from service calls to installing solar panels. We operate in the San Diego County areas. Call on us today. we are open 24-7 for service.

"Great work and so easy to work with! ACE gave us a multitude of options on which route to take for resolving our water heater issue. Fully informed me of the pro's and con's to each as well, which was very helpful in making my decision. 10/10 would hire them again for future jobs!"

Michael W on April 2025

Contact the Professionals at Ace Contractors for the highest quality professional HVAC and plumbing contractors. We handle all HVAC and Plumbing improvements from service calls to installing solar panels. We operate in the San Diego County areas. Call on us today. we are open 24-7 for service.

"Great work and so easy to work with! ACE gave us a multitude of options on which route to take for resolving our water heater issue. Fully informed me of the pro's and con's to each as well, which was very helpful in making my decision. 10/10 would hire them again for future jobs!"

Michael W on April 2025


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Team Rooter Orange County, Inc.
17107 Armstead St
4.55(
22
)
Approved Pro
Team Rooter Orange County, Inc.
17107 Armstead St
4.55(
22
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

Team Rooter Orange County, Inc. offers quality rooter and plumbing services to our customers in the greater Los Angeles area. This has been our passion. For this reason, our team of professional plumbers and technicians use the latest equipment and state-of-the-art technology to find, diagnose and repair rooter and plumbing problems for our residential and commercial customers. We treat you like part of our team and more like a friend or a neighbor and we aim to bring you the best plumbing experience possible. Whether its a clogged drain or a main sewer line replacement, when you need your job done quickly and correctly at an affordable price.

"Root Plumbing responded to same day service, technician Abraham is professional, knowledgeable, efficient and possess amazing work-ethics, he resolved complicated draining issues we have and repaired the laundry issues as well, he worked diligently for the whole weekend to get everything in great functional order. We highly recommend Root Plumbing and shout out to Abraham, thank you so much."

Alice A on September 2024

Team Rooter Orange County, Inc. offers quality rooter and plumbing services to our customers in the greater Los Angeles area. This has been our passion. For this reason, our team of professional plumbers and technicians use the latest equipment and state-of-the-art technology to find, diagnose and repair rooter and plumbing problems for our residential and commercial customers. We treat you like part of our team and more like a friend or a neighbor and we aim to bring you the best plumbing experience possible. Whether its a clogged drain or a main sewer line replacement, when you need your job done quickly and correctly at an affordable price.

"Root Plumbing responded to same day service, technician Abraham is professional, knowledgeable, efficient and possess amazing work-ethics, he resolved complicated draining issues we have and repaired the laundry issues as well, he worked diligently for the whole weekend to get everything in great functional order. We highly recommend Root Plumbing and shout out to Abraham, thank you so much."

Alice A on September 2024


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Sunny Ray's Construction, LLC
31592 Palomar Rd
4.90(
159
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Approved Pro
Sunny Ray's Construction, LLC
31592 Palomar Rd
4.90(
159
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
73 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

We are a licensed, insured, and experienced plumbing company servicing Riverside County and all surrounding areas. Whether its a water heater installation, or new construction plumbing, we get the job done right the first time and at a fair price.

"I was impressed with Ray from the initial clear "no nonsense" or sales pitch voicemail. He was professional, understanding and made the transaction seemless from start to finish. Lastly, his prices rivaled all other quotes without compromising quality and attention to detail one bit. I will most certainly be using him again and referring him to everyone needing professional plumbing services. Thanks Ray! "

Mitch N on June 2025

We are a licensed, insured, and experienced plumbing company servicing Riverside County and all surrounding areas. Whether its a water heater installation, or new construction plumbing, we get the job done right the first time and at a fair price.

"I was impressed with Ray from the initial clear "no nonsense" or sales pitch voicemail. He was professional, understanding and made the transaction seemless from start to finish. Lastly, his prices rivaled all other quotes without compromising quality and attention to detail one bit. I will most certainly be using him again and referring him to everyone needing professional plumbing services. Thanks Ray! "

Mitch N on June 2025


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Power Pro Plumbing, Inc.
Po Box 6970
4.55(
335
)
Approved Pro
Power Pro Plumbing, Inc.
Po Box 6970
4.55(
335
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
54 local quotes requested

Experience our Powerful, Professional, & Affordable services. Call Power Pro Plumbing Heating & Air for plumbing, heating, or AC needs. Call: 833 452-3513.

"very professional."

Anna G on July 2024

Experience our Powerful, Professional, & Affordable services. Call Power Pro Plumbing Heating & Air for plumbing, heating, or AC needs. Call: 833 452-3513.

"very professional."

Anna G on July 2024


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Empire Plumbing, Inc.
616 West 5th Street
4.85(
283
)
Approved Pro
Empire Plumbing, Inc.
616 West 5th Street
4.85(
283
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
89 local quotes requested

At Orange Independent Plumbing Services, we pride ourselves on our professionalism and our clear and concise communication. We specialize in all of your plumbing needs. Give us a call today for an estimate!

"My hot water heater began leaking on the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend - yikes! After requesting a quote via Angi, I received nearly instant communication from Ruben, who then sent me lots of information about what likely needed to be done and what it would cost. He was available same day, and he was able to replace my water heater neatly and efficiently. I am thoroughly satisfied and impressed. So happy he could help me on the holiday weekend. I'm very appreciative. "

Karen O on May 2025

At Orange Independent Plumbing Services, we pride ourselves on our professionalism and our clear and concise communication. We specialize in all of your plumbing needs. Give us a call today for an estimate!

"My hot water heater began leaking on the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend - yikes! After requesting a quote via Angi, I received nearly instant communication from Ruben, who then sent me lots of information about what likely needed to be done and what it would cost. He was available same day, and he was able to replace my water heater neatly and efficiently. I am thoroughly satisfied and impressed. So happy he could help me on the holiday weekend. I'm very appreciative. "

Karen O on May 2025


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Mr Rooter Plumbing
430 North State College Blvd
4.50(
2
)
Approved Pro
Mr Rooter Plumbing
430 North State College Blvd
4.50(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. Our only priority is to provide the highest level of customer service. We know that plumbing emergencies are enough of a headache without dealing with an ornery customer service rep or repairman. We offer a warm voice, a courteous call, and a convenient process. We make your emergency a priority for us, scheduling service as quickly as possible to resolve your problem. Our plumbers are the same way—they treat your home with respect and consideration. We wipe our feet on our own mats, we wear shoe covers before entering your home, and we’ll offer you a fair assessment of your plumbing situation and how much it will cost to handle it. Our prices are flat-rate and upfront, so you don’t have to worry about inflating prices as the job goes on.

"Contacted Mr. Rooter on a Saturday and they quickly sent Dave and his assistant. Dave diagnosed the problem, provided a couple of solutions (after discussing each with me) and once we settled on a plan-of-attack, he got right to it. Dave was great! He fixed the problem, the cost was reasonable and they cleaned up after themselves. I highly recommend Mr. Rooter. (P.S.- ask for Dave)."

Ron B on July 2024

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. Our only priority is to provide the highest level of customer service. We know that plumbing emergencies are enough of a headache without dealing with an ornery customer service rep or repairman. We offer a warm voice, a courteous call, and a convenient process. We make your emergency a priority for us, scheduling service as quickly as possible to resolve your problem. Our plumbers are the same way—they treat your home with respect and consideration. We wipe our feet on our own mats, we wear shoe covers before entering your home, and we’ll offer you a fair assessment of your plumbing situation and how much it will cost to handle it. Our prices are flat-rate and upfront, so you don’t have to worry about inflating prices as the job goes on.

"Contacted Mr. Rooter on a Saturday and they quickly sent Dave and his assistant. Dave diagnosed the problem, provided a couple of solutions (after discussing each with me) and once we settled on a plan-of-attack, he got right to it. Dave was great! He fixed the problem, the cost was reasonable and they cleaned up after themselves. I highly recommend Mr. Rooter. (P.S.- ask for Dave)."

Ron B on July 2024

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Water heater installations and replacements FAQs

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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