Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN PARADISE VALLEY
Paradise Valley Water Heater
Replacement
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Replacing a water heater in Paradise Valley.
Plan on a $145 plumbing permit to replace a water heater in Paradise Valley; you apply online. Electricity comes from APS or SRP, and water from one of four providers, depending on your address.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · Town of Paradise Valley Community Development, Building Division
- Permit fee
- Plumbing Permit $145 (Master Fee Schedule, as amended effective July 1, 2025)
- Electric utility
- Arizona Public Service (APS) and Salt River Project (SRP)
- Gas utility
- Southwest Gas
- Water
- Four providers by address: Berneil Water Company, City of Phoenix, City of Scottsdale, or EPCOR
- Rebate worth checking
- SRP heat pump water heater rebate (Through April 30, 2027)
- Typical home
- Built 1985 (median) · 95% owner-occupied
- Companies found
- 14 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 Paradise Valley averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Paradise Valley
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit feePlumbing Permit $145 (Master Fee Schedule, as amended effective July 1, 2025). Town of Paradise Valley Community Development, Building Division fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price7 of the companies listed for Paradise Valley post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Hobaica Services, Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Phoenix, Parker & Sons, Plumbing Masters, Chas Roberts Air Conditioning & Plumbing, Howard Air & Plumbing, John's Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Paradise Valley average is shown.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Paradise Valley?
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 →
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Phoenix
Lists Paradise Valley among the areas it serves. Based in Phoenix.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A BBB reviewer praised the quick response and a new water heater installed right away, saying the service was worth the somewhat high price.
Worth knowing A tankless owner told BBB the technician recommended a larger replacement, charged $260, and missed problems the owner later fixed himself.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Bumble Bee Home Services (Bumble Bee Plumbing)
Lists Paradise Valley among the areas it serves. Based in Glendale.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback BBB reviewers praised same-day water heater replacement and patient explanations from the installers.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Day & Night Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing
Lists Paradise Valley among the areas it serves. Based in Phoenix.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Customers praised tankless water heater installation support and recirculation-pump work.
Worth knowing One tankless water heater conversion required repeated visits for valve noise; the customer said it was ultimately resolved.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Hobaica Services
Lists Paradise Valley among the areas it serves. Based in Phoenix.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Water heater page advertises 'Water Heater Install + Free Proposal' financing 'As Low As $15/mo' and no service call/dispatch fees no install price published
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A BBB reviewer praised a thorough plumbing inspection that included draining the water heater and testing water quality.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
1 water heater review read, checked September 29, 2026.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Phoenix
Lists Paradise Valley among the areas it serves. Based in Mesa.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupon: '$200 Off Water Heater Installation' (expires 01/31/2027); also $75 off any plumbing service and 10% senior/military discount up to $100 —
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers in the feed praised same-day emergency replacements, clear pricing up front, and a smooth tankless installation.
Worth knowing One reviewer said the installer brought a heater that did not fit the closet and said a county office called that a code issue.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Parker & Sons
Lists Paradise Valley among the areas it serves. Based in Phoenix.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupon: '$100 Off Traditional Tank Water Heater' (code WATERTANK100, expires 12/29/2026); '$20 Off Any Service or Repair'
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback One reviewer praised a thorough water heater maintenance visit.
Worth knowing A Scottsdale customer disputed a water heater replacement recommendation after getting a second opinion.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Penguin Air, Plumbing & Electrical
Lists Paradise Valley among the areas it serves. Based in Phoenix.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback BBB reviewers praised a same-weekend emergency replacement in which the technician drained the old tank to limit flooding, and a replacement in which the technician called a restoration company.
Worth knowing One service-plan member said a $600 (after discount) quote for water heater elements was excessive and that the technician shorted the unit.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Plumbing Masters
Lists Paradise Valley among the areas it serves. Based in Peoria.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Offer: 'Standard Water Heater Flush' $89 + same day service no replacement price published
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback BBB reviewers praised efficient water heater replacement and a technician who found high water pressure and brought water heater pressure equipment up to code.
Worth knowing A BBB complainant whose main dispute was a leaking shower repair said an earlier water heater install went well but they believed they overpaid.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (Phoenix)
Lists Paradise Valley among the areas it serves. Based in Phoenix.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A Phoenix customer's testimonial on the company site praised the technician who replaced their hot water heater.
Worth knowing No Phoenix-specific water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
1 water heater review read, checked September 29, 2026.
AP Plumbing
Lists Paradise Valley among the areas it serves. Based in Coolidge.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
We haven’t found reviews that mention this company’s water heater work yet.
Also listing Paradise Valley: Chas Roberts Air Conditioning & Plumbing, Howard Air & Plumbing, John's Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing, Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air (Phoenix).
Order: companies based in Paradise Valley 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 PARADISE VALLEY
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN PARADISE VALLEY
What Paradise Valley homes are like.
1985Median year built
42%Built before 1980
95%Owner-occupied
49%Heat with utility gas
98%Single-family homes
The median home was built in 1985. A first or second replacement is common in homes this age.
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 Paradise Valley.
Four possible water providers
Paradise Valley is split among Berneil Water Company, City of Phoenix, City of Scottsdale and EPCOR. The Town publishes a boundary map. Your hardness depends on which system serves your home.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Paradise Valley homes.
Energy
- Electric: Arizona Public Service (APS) (Serves part of the town; see the Town's service maps)
- Electric: Salt River Project (SRP) (Serves part of the town; see the Town's service maps)
- Gas: Southwest Gas
Paradise Valley Electricity ↗ · Paradise Valley Utility Services ↗
Water
Four providers by address: Berneil Water Company, City of Phoenix, City of Scottsdale, or EPCOR
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Paradise Valley homes.
For Arizona Public Service (APS), Salt River Project (SRP) and Southwest Gas customers in Paradise Valley. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- SRP heat pump water heater rebate ↗Through April 30, 2027$500 for an ENERGY STAR heat pump water heater (UEF 2.8 or higher) that replaces an existing water heater.
- 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 Paradise Valley.
Permits and who issues them
Paradise Valley says its Plumbing Permit covers projects like installing a water heater. Apply online on the Town's Accela Citizen Portal with a site plan and plumbing isometric/calculations. The Town's changes to R105.2 don't exempt water heaters.
Town of Paradise Valley Community Development, Building Division ↗ · Paradise Valley Permits and Handouts ↗ · Paradise Valley Town Code Ch. 5, Building and Construction (R105.2 amendments) ↗ · Paradise Valley Master Fee Schedule (Town Code Appendix B, amended eff. July 1, 2025) ↗
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 Paradise Valley.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | 8 mi | Not required (conditions apply) | — | Salt River Project, APS |
| Scottsdale | 11 mi | Required | $63 | Arizona Public Service (APS), Salt River Project (SRP) |
| Tempe | 11 mi | Not required (conditions apply) | — | Salt River Project (SRP), Arizona Public Service (APS) |
| Glendale | 13 mi | Required | $29.79 | APS, SRP |
| Fountain Hills | 13 mi | Required | $140 | Salt River Project (SRP) |
| Mesa | 18 mi | Not required (conditions apply) | — | Salt River Project (SRP), City of Mesa Electric |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Paradise Valley water heater questions.
Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in Paradise Valley?
Plan on one. The Town lists installing a water heater under its Plumbing Permit, and its code changes don't exempt water heaters.
Paradise Valley Permits and Handouts ↗ · Paradise Valley Town Code Ch. 5, Building and Construction (R105.2 amendments) ↗
How much is the plumbing permit?
$145 (Master Fee Schedule).
Paradise Valley Master Fee Schedule (Town Code Appendix B, amended eff. July 1, 2025) ↗
Who provides my water?
Berneil Water Company, City of Phoenix, City of Scottsdale or EPCOR, depending on where you live. Check the Town's provider map.
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