Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN NEW PORT RICHEY
New Port Richey Water Heater
Replacement
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Replacing a water heater in New Port Richey.
Yes, New Port Richey issues its own plumbing permits, including for replacements, on a Tyler EnerGov portal. Residential plumbing costs $150 minimum or 1% of job value under the FY 2026 schedule. Duke Energy supplies power. The city pumps its own Floridan Aquifer well water and treats it at the Maytum plant.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of New Port Richey Building Division
- Permit fee
- Residential plumbing: $150 minimum or 1% of job value, plus a 3% state building surcharge ($4 minimum). This is the FY 2026 schedule; a FY 2027 schedule may take effect Oct 1, 2026.
- Who gets the permit
- A licensed contractor, or the owner of a one- or two-family home for their own use (not to sell or rent out), after filling out, notarizing and returning an Owner-Builder Disclosure Statement.
- Electric utility
- Duke Energy Florida
- Gas utility
- Peoples Gas
- Water
- City of New Port Richey (10 Floridan Aquifer wells treated at the William C. Maytum Water Treatment Plant, with the Tampa Bay Water regional system also available)
- Rebate worth checking
- Duke Energy Florida heat pump water heater rebate (Home Energy Improvement) (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 1980 (median) · 57% owner-occupied
- Companies found
- 7 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 New Port Richey averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in New Port Richey
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit feeResidential plumbing: $150 minimum or 1% of job value, plus a 3% state building surcharge ($4 minimum). This is the FY 2026 schedule; a FY 2027 schedule may take effect Oct 1, 2026.. City of New Port Richey Building Division fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price3 of the companies listed for New Port Richey post water heater prices or specials on their websites: EVERYDAYPLUMBER.com, Farrell Plumbing, The Clean Plumbers. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no New Port Richey average is shown.
What can change the price in New Port Richey?
Propane and natural gas work have separate gas permit fees. Electrical work needs a residential electrical permit ($150 minimum or 1%).
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in New Port Richey?
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 →
R.J. Kielty Plumbing, Air Conditioning & Electric
Lists New Port Richey among the areas it serves. Based in New Port Richey.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback One BBB reviewer said the company responded quickly to install a water heater when theirs broke.
Worth knowing BBB reviewers alleged a hybrid water heater still under a 10-year warranty was replaced at their cost, an element repair failed to fix a heater that needed replacing, a different tank shape was installed than requested, and a short flush cost $300; the company said it refunded $478.62, $105 and $164.11 in three of those cases.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
EVERYDAYPLUMBER.com
Lists New Port Richey among the areas it serves. Based in Tampa.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupon: $100 OFF Water Heater (residential service; cannot be combined; limited-time). No installed prices published.
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Yelp reviewers praised quick arrival (one within 45 minutes), accommodating evening appointments, tidy technicians and no-pressure water heater replacements.
Worth knowing Yelp reviewers alleged a 2015 technician pushed a $1400 water heater replacement then charged $150 for a temporary pipe boot, a 2019 visit charged about $160 without fixing a no-hot-water issue and a manager didn't call back, and a 2026 reviewer said pricing was only given once the tech was in the home; no company replies to these were visible.
6 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Farrell Plumbing
Lists New Port Richey among the areas it serves. Based in Port Richey.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Price guide built from completed jobs (historical examples, not quotes): Farrell-supplied 30–50 gal electric tank installed $1,700–$3,900 (30 gal $2,600–$3,900; 40 gal $1,700–$3,700; 50 gal $2,200–$3,600); customer-supplied electric tank install $500–$1,700; Essency electric tank $4,320–$5,400; 50 gal propane tank example $2,708.50; Rinnai gas tankless replacement example $5,607.41 (after 10% discount); 50 gal hybrid example $7,602.50 after a $1,000 discount ($8,602.50 before).
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback No water heater-specific praise was found in the sources checked.
Worth knowing A Yelp reviewer (Feb 2019) said they were charged $335 for a heating element, then advised to replace the heater, and that the plumber left a leak that led to a guest's fall; no company response was visible.
1 water heater review read, checked September 30, 2026.
IERNA'S Heating, Cooling & Plumbing
Lists New Port Richey among the areas it serves. Based in Lutz.
- 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 Yelp reviewer (Aug 2025) alleged a water heater installed for a family member had an undrained, improperly routed pressure relief line and that a promised manager callback did not come; an earlier manager reply on the same review promised outreach.
1 water heater review read, checked September 30, 2026.
Performance Air Conditioning, Electric & Plumbing
Lists New Port Richey among the areas it serves. Based in Clearwater.
- 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 reviewer (May 2025) said that after a late arrival and a $240 diagnostic deposit on an $870 quote to install a customer-supplied hot water heater, the company did not return calls to schedule the job; the company apologized and said it had escalated the matter.
1 water heater review read, checked September 30, 2026.
The Clean Plumbers
Lists New Port Richey among the areas it serves. Based in Tampa.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Promotions: 5% off any water heater (tank, tankless, hybrid and lifetime); $250 off a water quality (filtration or softener) and water heater combo; waived service call fee for water heater estimates. Restrictions apply.
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback BBB reviewers praised a leaking water heater fixed within hours of an after-hours call and a technician who tested every faucet after installing a new heater.
Worth knowing A BBB complainant (Nov 2024) said a water heater the company installed failed after about three years and the company pushed a costly replacement; the company said its labor warranty is one year and the manufacturer's six years, and the customer disputed its details.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
What the reviews say
We haven’t found reviews that mention this company’s water heater work yet.
Order: companies based in New Port Richey 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. DBPR license search (MyFloridaLicense) ↗.
FROM COMPANIES SERVING NEW PORT RICHEY
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN NEW PORT RICHEY
What New Port Richey homes are like.
1980Median year built
51%Built before 1980
57%Owner-occupied
1%Heat with utility gas
57%Single-family homes
About 51% of homes were built before 1980. Older homes often have older venting, smaller closets and shutoff valves that should be checked before install day.
97% of homes heat with electricity, which usually means an electric water heater. It’s worth getting a price on a heat pump model too.
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 New Port Richey.
City vs. county jurisdiction
The city only issues permits inside New Port Richey city limits. Nearby unincorporated addresses go to Pasco County Building Construction Services, which charges differently ($45 base plus $10 per part).
City of New Port Richey: Building Division ↗ · Pasco County Building Construction Services fee resolution (effective July 1, 2026) ↗
Fluoride discontinued
The city's 2025 water report says it stopped adding fluoride on June 30, 2025. Its well water is aerated to remove hydrogen sulfide and disinfected with chloramine.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies New Port Richey homes.
Energy
- Electric: Duke Energy Florida (Duke serves Pasco County; we didn't check New Port Richey addresses one by one)
- Gas: Peoples Gas (Check your address with the ZIP code tool)
Duke Energy Florida service territory map ↗ · Peoples Gas: Tampa appliance & sales providers (Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas) ↗ · Peoples Gas ZIP Code Check ↗
Water
City of New Port Richey (10 Floridan Aquifer wells treated at the William C. Maytum Water Treatment Plant, with the Tampa Bay Water regional system also available)
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for New Port Richey homes.
For Duke Energy Florida and Peoples Gas customers in New Port Richey. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- Duke Energy Florida heat pump water heater rebate (Home Energy Improvement) ↗Active$500 for a 50-gallon or $800 for an 80-gallon ENERGY STAR heat pump (hybrid) water heater with a UEF of at least 3.3.
- Peoples Gas residential water heating rebates ↗ActiveNatural gas tank water heater: $350 gas-to-gas or $550 electric-to-gas ($400 / $650 for ENERGY STAR tanks).
- Federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (25C) ↗EndedCovered improvements made through December 31, 2025.
Checked September 30, 2026. Who qualifies and the conditions: Florida rebates · How to check an incentive.
PERMITS & LICENSING
Permits and licenses in New Port Richey.
Permits and who issues them
The city requires permits for plumbing and electrical work, including new work, additions and replacements. Apply on the city's Citizen Access Portal (Tyler EnerGov). If the portal is down, email permitting@cityofnewportrichey.org or apply at City Hall, 5919 Main Street.
The city uses Pasco County's contractor licensing. Contractors licensed in Pasco County can work in New Port Richey, and state-licensed contractors can work anywhere in Florida.
City of New Port Richey Building Division ↗ · City of New Port Richey: Building Division ↗ · City of New Port Richey FY 2026 Comprehensive Fee Schedule ↗ · City of New Port Richey: Building FAQs ↗
Check the installer’s license
Ask for the license number and search it yourself on the DBPR license search (MyFloridaLicense) ↗. A listing on Ember & Tank is not a license check. Florida licensing explained →
NEARBY CITIES
Compare places near New Port Richey.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elfers | 2 mi | Required (county) | $45 | Duke Energy Florida |
| Jasmine Estates | 4 mi | Required (county) | $45 | Duke Energy Florida |
| Holiday | 4 mi | Required (county) | $45 | Duke Energy Florida |
| Bayonet Point | 6 mi | Required (county) | $45 | Duke Energy Florida, Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative (WREC) |
| Trinity | 6 mi | Required (county) | $45 | Duke Energy Florida |
| Tarpon Springs | 8 mi | Required | $75 | Duke Energy Florida |
COMMON QUESTIONS
New Port Richey water heater questions.
What does a plumbing permit cost in New Port Richey?
$150 minimum or 1% of the job value for residential plumbing, plus a 3% state surcharge ($4 minimum), under the FY 2026 fee schedule.
City of New Port Richey FY 2026 Comprehensive Fee Schedule ↗
Can my Pasco County-licensed plumber work in the city?
Yes. The city uses Pasco County's contractor licensing.
Where does the city's water come from?
Ten Floridan Aquifer wells, treated at the William C. Maytum Water Treatment Plant. The Tampa Bay Water regional system is a backup source.
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