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Water heater installers and replacers in Forest Lake

Trowbridge Plumbing, LLC
15310 Panola Drive
4.88(
167
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Approved Pro
Trowbridge Plumbing, LLC
15310 Panola Drive
4.88(
167
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 years of experience

Trowbridge Plumbing, LLC is ready to earn your business. With several years of experience, we stand by our great quality of work and make sure that all our customers are satisfied. Call now for your free estimate!

"I would HIGHLY recommend Trowbridge plumbing. They are efficient, reliable, knowledgeable and very reasonably priced."

Peg O on October 2023

Trowbridge Plumbing, LLC is ready to earn your business. With several years of experience, we stand by our great quality of work and make sure that all our customers are satisfied. Call now for your free estimate!

"I would HIGHLY recommend Trowbridge plumbing. They are efficient, reliable, knowledgeable and very reasonably priced."

Peg O on October 2023


Eagle Plumbing and Services, Inc.
4880 304th Lane Northeast
4.73(
47
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Approved Pro
Eagle Plumbing and Services, Inc.
4880 304th Lane Northeast
4.73(
47
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

Eagle Plumbing and Services, Inc., 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, are what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of the interests of our customers and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"Came on time, did a great job, fixed my sink before my sons birthday. Definitely saved the day!"

Mollie S on March 2021

Eagle Plumbing and Services, Inc., 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, are what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of the interests of our customers and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"Came on time, did a great job, fixed my sink before my sons birthday. Definitely saved the day!"

Mollie S on March 2021


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Hero Plumbing, Heating Cooling and Electrical
10900 Hampshire Ave. S Suite 120
4.35(
250
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Approved Pro
Hero Plumbing, Heating Cooling and Electrical
10900 Hampshire Ave. S Suite 120
4.35(
250
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
84 local quotes requested
111 years of experience

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service and repair for all phases of your PLUMBING, HEATING or COOLING needs. We offer upfront and fair pricing once our technician is in your home to evaluate your situation. We do not offer quotes or estimates at the time of appointment scheduling. We only service Owner Occupied Residential Homes. We do not service rental properties. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Great!"

Courtney P on November 2022

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service and repair for all phases of your PLUMBING, HEATING or COOLING needs. We offer upfront and fair pricing once our technician is in your home to evaluate your situation. We do not offer quotes or estimates at the time of appointment scheduling. We only service Owner Occupied Residential Homes. We do not service rental properties. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Great!"

Courtney P on November 2022


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Air Mechanical Inc.
16411 Aberdeen Street Northeast
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Air Mechanical Inc.
16411 Aberdeen Street Northeast
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
22 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

AMi Home Services proudly marks 40 years of delivering top tier Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, Electrical, Duct Repair, Water Treatment, and Duct Cleaning services across the Twin Cities Metro. Serving both Residential and Commercial clients, we prioritize integrity, expertise, and professionalism. We take great pride in our experience, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your 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 a professional manner. When you choose to partner with AMi, you're choosing a company that does things the right way, not the easy way.

"These folks replaced my furnace and installed a central air conditioning system at the same time. The intial contact, work estimate, and scheduling was easy for me to do and the manner in which I was treated was first class professional and very courteous. The crew who did the work (Brant B., Brad, Melissa) was top notch, worked diligently, produced a high quality installation, and completed the work in seven hours. It was an amazingly good experience for me and I high recommend Air Mechanical!"

Thomas D on November 2023

AMi Home Services proudly marks 40 years of delivering top tier Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, Electrical, Duct Repair, Water Treatment, and Duct Cleaning services across the Twin Cities Metro. Serving both Residential and Commercial clients, we prioritize integrity, expertise, and professionalism. We take great pride in our experience, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your 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 a professional manner. When you choose to partner with AMi, you're choosing a company that does things the right way, not the easy way.

"These folks replaced my furnace and installed a central air conditioning system at the same time. The intial contact, work estimate, and scheduling was easy for me to do and the manner in which I was treated was first class professional and very courteous. The crew who did the work (Brant B., Brad, Melissa) was top notch, worked diligently, produced a high quality installation, and completed the work in seven hours. It was an amazingly good experience for me and I high recommend Air Mechanical!"

Thomas D on November 2023


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DJ's Home Services, LLC
414 Pine St
4.85(
59
)
Approved Pro
DJ's Home Services, LLC
414 Pine St
4.85(
59
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
142 local quotes requested

DJs Home Services of Minnesota has been Minnesota Homeowners' Best Friend since 1971, providing top-quality Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Drains, Electrical, and Fireplace services. With decades of experience, DJs is committed to delivering reliable, professional, and customer-focused home services across the Twin Cities metro area. We take pride in our expert team, ensuring every job is done with care, precision, and a dedication to excellence. At DJs, we don’t just serve homes—we build lasting relationships. We care deeply about our customers, employees, and the community, striving to make every home more comfortable, safe, and efficient. Whether it’s a quick repair, a full installation, or routine maintenance, homeowners can trust DJs for dependable service and a job well done.

"Very prompt. Very courteous. They explained everything they were doing. Helped me up on follow up calls with my Boiler."

susan w on May 2025

DJs Home Services of Minnesota has been Minnesota Homeowners' Best Friend since 1971, providing top-quality Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Drains, Electrical, and Fireplace services. With decades of experience, DJs is committed to delivering reliable, professional, and customer-focused home services across the Twin Cities metro area. We take pride in our expert team, ensuring every job is done with care, precision, and a dedication to excellence. At DJs, we don’t just serve homes—we build lasting relationships. We care deeply about our customers, employees, and the community, striving to make every home more comfortable, safe, and efficient. Whether it’s a quick repair, a full installation, or routine maintenance, homeowners can trust DJs for dependable service and a job well done.

"Very prompt. Very courteous. They explained everything they were doing. Helped me up on follow up calls with my Boiler."

susan w on May 2025


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Watson's Appliance Parts & Service
5621 Memorial Ave N
4.49(
79
)
Approved Pro
Watson's Appliance Parts & Service
5621 Memorial Ave N
4.49(
79
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
250 local quotes requested
84 years of experience

Welcome to Watson's Appliance Parts & Service. We are a family-owned business located in Stillwater. We can service all of your household products as well as supply parts for do-it-yourselfers. No matter the brand we can service your appliances. Call us today and let us help you get back to your normal life without any hassle.

"Excellent service. Fast. Well done. Just expensive. It’s the market rate, I guess."

Julie R on September 2024

Welcome to Watson's Appliance Parts & Service. We are a family-owned business located in Stillwater. We can service all of your household products as well as supply parts for do-it-yourselfers. No matter the brand we can service your appliances. Call us today and let us help you get back to your normal life without any hassle.

"Excellent service. Fast. Well done. Just expensive. It’s the market rate, I guess."

Julie R on September 2024


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Great Lakes Home Renovations
14690 Galaxie Ave
4.29(
192
)
Approved Pro
Great Lakes Home Renovations
14690 Galaxie Ave
4.29(
192
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
964 local quotes requested
30 years of experience

Great Lakes Home Renovations has been exceeding the expectations of homeowners in the Twin Cities and beyond since 1995. We specialize in bathroom remodeling. Of course, we also love visiting your project; in-home inspections and design consultations are always free. All of the products we feature come with a lifetime warranty, are low maintenance and easy to clean. We won't install anything in your home we wouldn't put on our own home. In Bathroom Remodeling, we feature solid-surface products by Re-Bath and Onyx (NO MORE GROUT) that are easy-to-clean, low maintenance, fit into most budgets and come with Lifetime Warranties. We take pride in doing the job right. In bathrooms, we don't just cover up the problem of an old tub or shower, but replace it. We not only have our own employees that do the installations but also pull permits, get inspections and even offer financing options. On all projects, we offer a wide variety of colors and style options to fit virtually every style. You can rest easy knowing your project is done right and materials are guaranteed for life!

"Recently had Great Lakes Renovations totally gut our bathroom. The tiling was superbly done. The job was completed in time allotted. Cleanup was completed each night. There were no surprises or hidden /unexpected costs. The crew was professional and friendly. They listened and consulted with my wife. Smart guys."

dale r on July 2024

Great Lakes Home Renovations has been exceeding the expectations of homeowners in the Twin Cities and beyond since 1995. We specialize in bathroom remodeling. Of course, we also love visiting your project; in-home inspections and design consultations are always free. All of the products we feature come with a lifetime warranty, are low maintenance and easy to clean. We won't install anything in your home we wouldn't put on our own home. In Bathroom Remodeling, we feature solid-surface products by Re-Bath and Onyx (NO MORE GROUT) that are easy-to-clean, low maintenance, fit into most budgets and come with Lifetime Warranties. We take pride in doing the job right. In bathrooms, we don't just cover up the problem of an old tub or shower, but replace it. We not only have our own employees that do the installations but also pull permits, get inspections and even offer financing options. On all projects, we offer a wide variety of colors and style options to fit virtually every style. You can rest easy knowing your project is done right and materials are guaranteed for life!

"Recently had Great Lakes Renovations totally gut our bathroom. The tiling was superbly done. The job was completed in time allotted. Cleanup was completed each night. There were no surprises or hidden /unexpected costs. The crew was professional and friendly. They listened and consulted with my wife. Smart guys."

dale r on July 2024


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American Sewer
9001 Emerson Ave S
4.84(
1,337
)
Approved Pro
American Sewer
9001 Emerson Ave S
4.84(
1,337
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
266 local quotes requested

American Sewer is your go-to plumbing and drain cleaning expert in the Twin Cities. With our exceptional service and competitive prices, we guarantee a great job every time. Don't wait, call us today for same day dispatch!

"On top of the excellent and efficient work, everyone we dealt with (the owner + 2 of his plumbers) was SO nice, friendly, and professional. From now on, we'll only call American Sewer! They were fantastic. ?"

Rachel A on February 2025

American Sewer is your go-to plumbing and drain cleaning expert in the Twin Cities. With our exceptional service and competitive prices, we guarantee a great job every time. Don't wait, call us today for same day dispatch!

"On top of the excellent and efficient work, everyone we dealt with (the owner + 2 of his plumbers) was SO nice, friendly, and professional. From now on, we'll only call American Sewer! They were fantastic. ?"

Rachel A on February 2025


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Purpose Driven Restoration LLC
325 Main Street NW
4.17(
23
)
Approved Pro
Purpose Driven Restoration LLC
325 Main Street NW
4.17(
23
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
1362 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

Purpose Driven Restoration & Remodeling is an Elk River, MN-based, full-service general contractor specializing in replacing roofing, siding, windows, doors and gutters. This includes storm restoration and retail sales. It also designs and builds residential additions and does remodels kitchens, basements and bathrooms. The Purpose Driven name is rooted in its core value of treating customers right and doing the right thing. You can count on PDR for integrity, trust, honesty and quality. Family-Owned Purpose Driven Restoration & Remodeling is an A+ Accredited Business by the Better Business Bureau. Purpose Driven Restoration & Remodeling will stand by you after the storm and throughout the restoration and remodeling journey.

"We had our deck done by PDR. It is beautiful. The crew was friendly."

Greg C on August 2023

Purpose Driven Restoration & Remodeling is an Elk River, MN-based, full-service general contractor specializing in replacing roofing, siding, windows, doors and gutters. This includes storm restoration and retail sales. It also designs and builds residential additions and does remodels kitchens, basements and bathrooms. The Purpose Driven name is rooted in its core value of treating customers right and doing the right thing. You can count on PDR for integrity, trust, honesty and quality. Family-Owned Purpose Driven Restoration & Remodeling is an A+ Accredited Business by the Better Business Bureau. Purpose Driven Restoration & Remodeling will stand by you after the storm and throughout the restoration and remodeling journey.

"We had our deck done by PDR. It is beautiful. The crew was friendly."

Greg C on August 2023


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Dean's Home Services
6701 Parkway Cir #600
4.75(
8
)
Approved Pro
Dean's Home Services
6701 Parkway Cir #600
4.75(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
29 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Dean’s Home Services is a licensed and bonded professional service company with over 100 years of combined industry experience. We started in plumbing, but we have expanded our services to include heating, air conditioning, electrical, drains, and excavation. Dean’s Home Services has served Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding Twin Cities area for over 25 years. As Minnesota’s premier home service company, we pride ourselves on our fast, professional, clean, and friendly service. We specialize in plumbing, heating, air, electrical, drain, and duct cleaning. Offering over 100 years of combined industry experience, our service professionals can handle all of your home service needs. Dean’s only works with properly certified, experienced service professionals who understand what it’s like to be a Twin Cities homeowner. Dean’s Home Services is a female and minority-owned local business as well as an active member of the PHCC and Nexstar organizations. Dean’s Home Services takes pride in the fact that its business is family-owned and operated. We understand firsthand the importance of family and the need to maintain a safe environment for your loved ones. Call us today to meet our family! DEAN’S PROFESSIONALS: - Respect you, your home, and your time - Listen to ensure we understand your unique situation - Help you understand what options are available - Present you with a price before the work begins - Happily perform the work you choose

"The serviceman Eric was absolutely wonderful. Our job was a little harder than normal and he stayed until he got the job done!! So very thankful and would use Dean's Home Services again!!"

Kristin G on May 2025

Dean’s Home Services is a licensed and bonded professional service company with over 100 years of combined industry experience. We started in plumbing, but we have expanded our services to include heating, air conditioning, electrical, drains, and excavation. Dean’s Home Services has served Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding Twin Cities area for over 25 years. As Minnesota’s premier home service company, we pride ourselves on our fast, professional, clean, and friendly service. We specialize in plumbing, heating, air, electrical, drain, and duct cleaning. Offering over 100 years of combined industry experience, our service professionals can handle all of your home service needs. Dean’s only works with properly certified, experienced service professionals who understand what it’s like to be a Twin Cities homeowner. Dean’s Home Services is a female and minority-owned local business as well as an active member of the PHCC and Nexstar organizations. Dean’s Home Services takes pride in the fact that its business is family-owned and operated. We understand firsthand the importance of family and the need to maintain a safe environment for your loved ones. Call us today to meet our family! DEAN’S PROFESSIONALS: - Respect you, your home, and your time - Listen to ensure we understand your unique situation - Help you understand what options are available - Present you with a price before the work begins - Happily perform the work you choose

"The serviceman Eric was absolutely wonderful. Our job was a little harder than normal and he stayed until he got the job done!! So very thankful and would use Dean's Home Services again!!"

Kristin G on May 2025

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FAQs for water heater installation and replacement projects in Forest Lake, MN

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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