Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN WESTMINSTER
Westminster Water Heater
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Replacing a water heater in Westminster.
Westminster charges a flat $40 in 2026 to replace a water heater in a single-family home. Tank and tankless units both need a permit, filed on eTRAKiT. Plumbing contractors need a city license backed by state master's and contractor's licenses. Westy Water reports hardness of 112–152 ppm (about 7–9 gpg).
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of Westminster Building Division
- Permit fee
- $40 flat to replace a water heater in a single-family home (Building Division fee schedule effective January 1, 2026).
- Who gets the permit
- On eTRAKiT, either the property owner or a contractor can apply. Contractors must be registered with Westminster and listed on the permit before it's issued.
- Electric utility
- Xcel Energy
- Gas utility
- Xcel Energy
- Water
- Westy Water (City of Westminster) · Total hardness 112–152 ppm, about 7–9 gpg (2025 data, 2026 Water Quality Report)
- Rebate worth checking
- Xcel Energy heat pump water heater rebate (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 1987 (median) · 62% 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 Westminster averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Westminster
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit fee$40 flat to replace a water heater in a single-family home (Building Division fee schedule effective January 1, 2026).. City of Westminster Building Division fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price8 of the companies listed for Westminster post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Denver, Bell Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical, Brothers Plumbing, Heating and Electric, Flatirons Plumbing, Heating & Air, Hot Water Now!, Plumb Pros Inc., Plumbline Services, Canyon Plumbing & Heating, Inc.. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Westminster average is shown.
What can change the price in Westminster?
The city's permit handout lists gas lines as a separate item that needs a permit.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Westminster?
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 Denver
Lists Westminster among the areas it serves. Based in Westminster, CO.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Special offers page lists "$999 off Tankless Water Heaters" and "Free Under Counter Water Filtration System with purchase of Water Heater ($1,000 value)" (valid at participating locations; one coupon per household; an expiry of 2026-09-30 is shown among the offers) —
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A 2019 HomeAdvisor reviewer called the water heater installation efficient and professional, on time, with good explanations.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
1 water heater review read, checked September 29, 2026.
Bell Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical
Lists Westminster among the areas it serves.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupon: "$125 Off A Tank or Tankless Water Heater" (Expires 10/31/26; not valid with any other offer) — Water heater installation page advertises "FREE estimates for water heater installations throughout Denver" —
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A BBB reviewer said Bell fixed complications with a new water heater installation, apologized and discounted the fee.
Worth knowing One BBB complainant said a boiler fired without water after a side-arm water heater replacement.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Blue Sky Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical
Lists Westminster among the areas it serves.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A reviewer said Blue Sky made them feel they got full value on a boiler and water heater replacement, and a BBB complainant said a follow-up visit fixed their installation problems.
Worth knowing One BBB complainant said Blue Sky charged for a warranty replacement water tank; Blue Sky said an internal policy change caused confusion, issued a $2,977.52 credit and the customer accepted.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
bluefrog Plumbing + Drain of Denver
Lists Westminster among the areas it serves. Based in Centennial, CO.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A reviewer praised a technician who replaced an old water heater with a tankless unit and repaired a drain, calling the price reasonable for the work.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
1 water heater review read, checked September 29, 2026.
Brothers Plumbing, Heating and Electric
Lists Westminster among the areas it serves.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
Published price: Coupon: "$150.00 Off Water Heater Installation" (also a general "$50 Off Work Performed*" offer) — and
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback One customer praised fast scheduling and communication after their water heater failed.
Worth knowing Another customer reported recurring water heater faults and poor follow-up.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Flatirons Plumbing, Heating & Air
Lists Westminster among the areas it serves. Based in Arvada, CO.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupon: "$75 Off Water Heater Services" (must be presented at time of service/estimate; not valid for work previously completed; cannot be combined) —
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Angi reviewers praised same-day or same-night water heater replacement, technicians who explained options with photos, and professional installers.
Worth knowing A February 2025 BBB complainant said a $4,589.24 replacement cost far more than another contractor's price, was never inspected despite promised code work, ran loudly, and came without an itemized invoice.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Hot Water Now!
Lists Westminster among the areas it serves. Based in Lakewood, CO.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Homepage coupons: "MILITARY 5% DISCOUNT", "FIRST RESPONDERS 5% DISCOUNT", "TEACHERS 5% DISCOUNT". No water heater price published —
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback One reviewer praised tankless water heater exhaust-piping work and cleanup.
Worth knowing Too little water heater replacement feedback to assess installation pricing or outcomes.
1 water heater review read, checked September 29, 2026.
Plumb Pros Inc.
Lists Westminster among the areas it serves. Based in Arvada, CO.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupon: "10% OFF Off New Water Heater, Furnace, or Air Conditioner (Up to $500)" (Expires 10/31/26; offers may not be combined) — Its Denver water heater cost article publishes typical ranges, e.g. replacement "$900–$2,500 installed, depending on unit size and type" and repairs typically "$150 and $950"; after-hours/same-day emergency calls "typically an additional $75–$150 service fee" —
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback BBB reviewers praised clear explanations of tank and tankless options, polite crews and clean installations.
Worth knowing A BBB complainant said their home-improvement credit card was charged the full credit line instead of the contract amount after a water heater install.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Plumbline Services
Lists Westminster among the areas it serves.
- Tank
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupon: "$250 Off a Water Heater Installation" (promo code 250-waterheater, expires 12/29/2026; existing residential only) — Water heater page also states a "$49 service fee (we waive the service charge if you choose us to repair the issue)" and that in-home estimates are free —
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback BBB reviewers praised replacements of old water heaters, clear explanations of options and code-related parts, and quotes that held without add-ons.
Worth knowing In a September 2026 BBB review, a customer said a water heater installed August 21, 2026 needed four return visits for the same loss of hot water; no business reply was shown.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
SWAN Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electric
Lists Westminster among the areas it serves.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback No water-heater-specific praise was found in the sources checked.
Worth knowing A BBB complainant said SWAN misjudged a water heater's age and recommended replacing it urgently, and that refunding the $3,600 deposit took multiple calls.
1 water heater review read, checked September 29, 2026.
Also listing Westminster: Canyon Plumbing & Heating, Inc..
Order: companies based in Westminster 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. Colorado DORA license lookup ↗.
FROM COMPANIES SERVING WESTMINSTER
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN WESTMINSTER
What Westminster homes are like.
1987Median year built
34%Built before 1980
62%Owner-occupied
69%Heat with utility gas
65%Single-family homes
The median home was built in 1987. A first or second replacement is common in homes this age.
69% 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 Westminster.
Tankless needs a permit too
The city's permit handout lists tankless water heaters right next to tank water heaters as needing a permit.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Westminster homes.
Energy
- Electric: Xcel Energy (The city is an Xcel Partners in Energy community)
- Gas: Xcel Energy
Water
Westy Water (City of Westminster): Total hardness 112–152 ppm, about 7–9 gpg (2025 data, 2026 Water Quality Report)
Westminster 2026 Water Quality Report ↗ · Westminster Utilities ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Westminster homes.
For Xcel Energy customers in Westminster. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- Xcel Energy heat pump water heater rebate ↗Active$750 for an Xcel customer who installs a qualifying heat pump water heater.
- Colorado heat pump tax credit ↗Active for 2026 installs$250 credit for an ENERGY STAR heat pump water heater installed in 2026, claimed by a state-registered contractor, who must pass at least $83 to you as an invoice discount.
- Federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (25C) ↗EndedCovered improvements made through December 31, 2025.
Checked September 29, 2026. Who qualifies and the conditions: Colorado rebates · How to check an incentive.
PERMITS & LICENSING
Permits and licenses in Westminster.
Permits and who issues them
Westminster requires a permit to install or replace a water heater, including tankless units. Apply and request inspections on the eTRAKiT online system. To get an inspection the next business day, schedule it by 4 p.m.
Yes. The contractor license application lists a Class B Plumbing Contractor license ($110), which requires Colorado state master's and contractor's licenses. The city says it recently updated its contractor license rules.
City of Westminster Building Division ↗ · Westminster Building Division Fee Schedule (eff. Jan 1, 2026) ↗ · Westminster Residential Building Permit Requirements (updated 08-22-2024) ↗ · Westminster Building Division ↗ · Westminster Contractor License Application ↗
Check the installer’s license
Ask for the license number and search it yourself on the Colorado DORA license lookup ↗. A listing on Ember & Tank is not a license check. Colorado licensing explained →
NEARBY CITIES
Compare places near Westminster.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Heights | 3 mi | Required | By job value (from $23.50) | Xcel Energy |
| Sherrelwood | 4 mi | Required (county) | By job value (from $24) | Xcel Energy |
| Northglenn | 5 mi | Required | By job value (from $23.50) | Xcel Energy |
| Broomfield | 5 mi | Required | By job value (from $23.50) | United Power, Xcel Energy |
| Berkley | 5 mi | Required (county) | By job value (from $24) | Xcel Energy |
| Arvada | 6 mi | Required | $55 | Xcel Energy |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Westminster water heater questions.
How much is a water heater permit in Westminster?
$40 flat to replace a water heater in a single-family home, under the fee schedule effective January 1, 2026.
Does a tankless water heater need a permit in Westminster?
Yes. The city says installing or replacing a tankless water heater needs a permit.
How hard is Westminster's water?
About 112–152 ppm, or roughly 7–9 grains per gallon, from 2025 data.
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