Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN MARANA
Marana, AZ Water Heater
Replacement
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MARANA AT A GLANCE
Replacing a water heater in Marana.
You need a permit and a safety inspection to replace a water heater in Marana. Electricity comes from TEP or Trico, not APS or SRP. On Marana Water, hardness runs from about 5 to 12 grains per gallon, depending on the system.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · Town of Marana Development Services
- Electric utility
- Tucson Electric Power (TEP) and Trico Electric Cooperative
- Gas utility
- Southwest Gas
- Water
- Marana Water, Tucson Water or Metro Water, depending on the address · Marana Water systems (May 2026 table): about 3–15 grains per gallon depending on the system. Hartman Vistas averages 5 (76 ppm), Marana Municipal 6–9, and Picture Rocks, Palo Verde and Airline/Lambert about 12 (215–220 ppm).
- Rebate worth checking
- Efficient Home Water Heating – Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 2008 (median) · 84% owner-occupied
- Companies found
- 11 that advertise water heater work
01 / TYPICAL PRICES
What a new water heater costs.
Know before you call.
Heat-pump tank
$2,500–$5,000Typical cost, including installation
Tankless
$2,400–$5,400Typical cost, including installation
AI equipment illustrations; models vary and images are not to scale. Typical national prices from Home Depot ↗, checked September 28, 2026. The source doesn’t say how many jobs the ranges are based on. These are not Marana averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Marana
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local company’s advertised price6 of the companies listed for Marana post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Cal's Plumbing, Cool Willy's Air & Plumbing, Just Water Heaters, Rite Way Heating, Cooling & Plumbing, Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Tucson, Plumber of Tucson. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Marana average is shown.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Marana?
Companies that advertise water heater replacement here, with what their water heater customers say.
Companies we found in our research. They are not Ember & Tank providers or partners. We show selected reviews, not a rating or every review. How we choose reviews →
Al Coronado Plumbing
Lists Marana among the areas it serves. Based in 6149 N Travel Center Dr, Tucson, AZ 85741.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised knowledgeable technicians who explained water heater and solar hot water options, prompt tankless installation and careful reinstallation work.
Worth knowing A Yelp reviewer said a representative argued about warranty coverage on a five-year-old water heater with a leaking control valve and pushed a $6,000 replacement; no company reply was visible.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Cal's Plumbing
Lists Marana among the areas it serves. Based in 4749 S Irving Ave, Tucson, AZ 85714.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Special: '$50 OFF New Purchase & Installation of a Water Heater'
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised transparent options and immediate replacement of an old water heater, a Navien tankless installation, and fast weekend response to a leaking water heater.
Worth knowing A BBB reviewer said they were charged $1,300 for about two hours of work including $450 to flush the water heater; a Yelp reviewer who had a tankless installed by Cal's six years earlier cancelled a later service call after a false arrival text and delay.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Cool Willy's Air & Plumbing
Lists Marana among the areas it serves. Based in 1435 S. Euclid Ave, Tucson, AZ 85713.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Special: '$39 Water Heater Flush' for one residential tank water heater (tankless not included); offer marked as expiring September 30th, 2026
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Yelp reviewers praised punctual, professional water heater flushes and a reasonably priced water heater replacement.
Worth knowing A Yelp reviewer said a plumber arrived late, did not examine the propane regulator they asked about and suggested a $4,000 water heater replacement; the company replied that the unit was 14 years old and it typically advises against repairs at that age.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Just Water Heaters
Lists Marana among the areas it serves. Based in Tucson, AZ (no street address found on site).
- Tank
Published price: '$915 +tax' for a typical 40 gallon electric water heater, including delivery, installation, permit and inspection (code upgrades extra; trip charge may apply). Pricing page lists 40 gallon electric (tall) $915.00 + $80.00 = $995.00 and 40 gallon gas (tall) $1233.00 + $107.00 = $1340.00. Site compares against 'Big Box Store: $1400 – $1600' and 'Tucson Plumbers: $1400 – $1600'.
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised quotes that included permit and haul-away and came in at or under the estimate, on-time arrival and a clean, code-compliant install.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Rite Way Heating, Cooling & Plumbing
Lists Marana among the areas it serves. Based in 4551 S Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85714.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: States water heater installation 'typically ranges from $800 to $2,500' depending on type, size and complexity; coupon '$1,000 OFF' a new tankless water heater
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback BBB reviewers praised clean, professional tankless water heater installations and an informative water heater flush.
Worth knowing One BBB reviewer said a $6,760 tankless quote was cut 60% to match a $2,700 competitor and cited an expired tax credit; Rite Way said it was investigating.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Greater Tucson
Lists Marana among the areas it serves. Based in 710 W Carmen St, Tucson, AZ 85705 (Benjamin Franklin Plumbing franchise).
- Tank
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
We haven’t found reviews that mention this company’s water heater work yet.
Intelligent Design Air Conditioning, Plumbing, Solar, & Electric
Lists Marana among the areas it serves. Based in 1145 E Fort Lowell Rd, Tucson, AZ 85719.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
We haven’t found reviews that mention this company’s water heater work yet.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Tucson
Lists Marana among the areas it serves. Based in Tucson (locally owned and independently operated Mr. Rooter franchise, a Neighborly brand).
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupons: '$200 Off Water Heater Special' and '$500 Off Tankless Water Heater Installation' (limited-time offers marked as expiring 09/30/2026)
What the reviews say
We haven’t found reviews that mention this company’s water heater work yet.
Plumber of Tucson
Lists Marana among the areas it serves. Based in 2420 W Ruthrauff Rd, #100, Tucson, AZ 85705.
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: States 'The average cost for a tankless water heater installation in Tucson is $2200 – $3500'; electric tankless installation range '$2800-$4500'; tankless maintenance '$149-$325' (annual maintenance generally $149.00)
What the reviews say
We haven’t found reviews that mention this company’s water heater work yet.
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (Tucson)
Lists Marana among the areas it serves. Based in Tucson location: 1120 N Anita Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705 (national Roto-Rooter brand).
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
We haven’t found reviews that mention this company’s water heater work yet.
Also listing Marana: Sampson's Plumbing & Water Treatment.
Order: companies based in Marana first, then companies whose water heater reviews we’ve read. Each group is alphabetical. These businesses are not our employees or vetted partners and do not receive requests from Ember & Tank. We haven’t checked their license, insurance or quality of work. Arizona ROC contractor search ↗.
FROM COMPANIES SERVING MARANA
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN MARANA
What Marana homes are like.
2008Median year built
4%Built before 1980
84%Owner-occupied
65%Heat with utility gas
90%Single-family homes
About 41% of homes were built since 2010, so many original water heaters are reaching the age when replacement planning makes sense.
65% of homes heat with utility gas, so gas water heaters with existing venting are common here.
U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey ACS 2024 5-year ↗ (2020-2024). Heating fuel is what homes use to heat the house. It often, but not always, matches the water heater’s fuel.
LOCAL CONDITIONS
What’s different in Marana.
Hardness varies a lot by system
Marana Water's May 2026 table runs from about 5 gpg (Hartman Vistas area) to 12 gpg (Picture Rocks, Palo Verde, Airline/Lambert), and 14 gpg on the airport system.
Not Phoenix-area utilities
The Town names TEP and Trico for electricity, not APS or SRP. Tucson Water and Metro Water also serve parts of Marana.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Marana homes.
Energy
- Electric: Tucson Electric Power (TEP) (Named by the Town)
- Electric: Trico Electric Cooperative (Named by the Town)
- Gas: Southwest Gas (Named by the Town)
Water
Marana Water, Tucson Water or Metro Water, depending on the address: Marana Water systems (May 2026 table): about 3–15 grains per gallon depending on the system. Hartman Vistas averages 5 (76 ppm), Marana Municipal 6–9, and Picture Rocks, Palo Verde and Airline/Lambert about 12 (215–220 ppm).
Marana Utility Assistance Program (lists water providers) ↗ · Marana Water Hardness per System (May 2026) ↗ · Marana Water Quality ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Marana homes.
For Tucson Electric Power (TEP), Trico Electric Cooperative and Southwest Gas customers in Marana. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- Efficient Home Water Heating – Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate ↗Active$400 bill credit for buying and installing an ENERGY STAR heat pump water heater with a wireless, programmable timer/controller.
- Efficiency Arizona ↗Income-qualifiedUp to $1,750 toward a heat pump water heater for households at or below 150% of area median income.
- Federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (25C) ↗EndedCovered improvements made through December 31, 2025.
Checked September 29, 2026. Who qualifies and the conditions: Arizona rebates · How to check an incentive.
PERMITS & LICENSING
Permits and licenses in Marana.
Permits and who issues them
Marana's 'Need a Permit' page says replacing a water heater needs a permit application and checklist, and the Town will do a safety inspection.
Town of Marana Development Services ↗ · Marana – Need a Permit ↗
Check the installer’s license
Ask for the license number and search it yourself on the Arizona ROC contractor search ↗. A listing on Ember & Tank is not a license check. Arizona licensing explained →
NEARBY CITIES
Compare places near Marana.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oro Valley | 10 mi | Required | $35.80 | Tucson Electric Power (TEP) |
| Casas Adobes | 11 mi | Required (county) | $69 | Tucson Electric Power (TEP) |
| Tucson | 27 mi | Required | $118.51 | Tucson Electric Power (TEP) |
| Eloy | 33 mi | Required | $50 | APS, Electrical District No. 4 (ED4) |
| Sahuarita | 38 mi | Required | $120 | Tucson Electric Power (TEP), Trico Electric Cooperative |
| Coolidge | 39 mi | Required | $22 | APS, Electrical District No. 2 (ED2), San Carlos Irrigation Project (BIA), Hohokam |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Marana water heater questions.
Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in Marana?
Yes. Send the Town's permit application and checklist, and the Town will do a safety inspection.
How hard is Marana's water?
On Marana Water, from about 5 grains per gallon (Hartman Vistas) to 12 (Picture Rocks, Palo Verde, Airline/Lambert), according to the Town's May 2026 table.
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