Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN LAWRENCEVILLE
Lawrenceville Water Heater
Replacement
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Replacing a water heater in Lawrenceville.
Lawrenceville issues its own plumbing permits, including one called 'Plumbing - Water Heater', on its LPP website. The city also sells gas and electricity. If you're a city gas customer, you can get $300 back for a new gas tank water heater or $500 for tankless.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of Lawrenceville Planning & Development
- Who gets the permit
- The city's permit papers call for either a State of Georgia contractor license or a Homeowner Contractor Exemption Affidavit, whichever fits.
- Electric utility
- Lawrenceville Utilities (city electric department)
- Gas utility
- Lawrenceville Utilities (city natural gas department)
- Water
- Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources (the city requires a Gwinnett County water connection permit for new homes) · Very soft: about 1.34 grains per gallon (roughly 23 mg/L) average (Gwinnett's current water quality page, 2025 report year)
- Rebate worth checking
- Natural Gas Appliance Rebate (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 1988 (median) · 47% owner-occupied
- Companies found
- 12 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 Lawrenceville averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Lawrenceville
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local company’s advertised price7 of the companies listed for Lawrenceville post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Estes Services, High Priority Plumbing and Services, Inc., R.S. Andrews, Reliable Heating & Air, Plumbing & Electrical, Superior Plumbing, Allgood Home Services (ARS/Rescue Rooter), RooterPLUS!. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Lawrenceville average is shown.
What can change the price in Lawrenceville?
Adding a circuit, like a new 240V line for an appliance, needs its own electrical permit. A mechanical permit also covers water heaters when gas lines or venting change.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Lawrenceville?
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 →
Ace Hardware Home Services Atlanta (North Georgia)
Lists Lawrenceville among the areas it serves. Based in Marietta.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised a tankless job, a quick replacement of a leaking heater, and a technician who explained gas and electric options.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Casteel Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
Lists Lawrenceville among the areas it serves.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback The reviewer reported that a county inspector said the new water heater installation was done well.
Worth knowing The same reviewer was concerned by the inspector's implication about earlier installs; Casteel replied that a manager would review the installation history with the customer.
1 water heater review read, checked September 29, 2026.
Estes Services
Lists Lawrenceville among the areas it serves. Based in Atlanta.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
Published price: Coupons: '$250 OFF Tankless Water Heater Installation. Same-Day Installation' and 'Free Water Heater Estimates'
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A company-hosted testimonial mentions satisfaction with Estes replacing a water heater as part of years of service.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
1 water heater review read, checked September 29, 2026.
Garner Plumbing Services
Lists Lawrenceville among the areas it serves. Based in Winder.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A Yelp reviewer praised professional advice, no upselling and reasonable quotes on a new water heater installation.
Worth knowing A 2019 Yelp reviewer said a water heater install booked two weeks ahead fell through on the day.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
High Priority Plumbing and Services, Inc.
Lists Lawrenceville among the areas it serves.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
Published price: Coupon: '$250 OFF tankless water heater installation' (not valid with other offers); also '10% off up to $100' and '$150 off' general coupons.
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised a same-day replacement with a leak pan, shutoff and monitor added, and a prompt, well-stocked warranty repair visit.
Worth knowing One Yelp reviewer said the diagnosis report led their home warranty to deny a replacement; the company said the warranty required the temperature to be recorded.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised a clean, well-explained water heater replacement and satisfactory tankless installations.
Worth knowing A BBB complainant said a spigot was disconnected during a water heater job and the company declined to fix it for free (unanswered).
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A reviewer praised informative service while without a functioning water heater.
Worth knowing A reviewer disputed paying $207 for a tankless visit, saying the technician then said the unit could not be repaired because parts were unavailable, despite a 'free quote' claim on the website.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
R.S. Andrews
Lists Lawrenceville among the areas it serves. Based in Peachtree Corners.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupon: '$100 Off Water Heater Installation' (cannot be combined; valid normal business hours M-F; expires Oct 31, 2026).
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised a tankless installation that stayed on the promised timeline and technicians who reviewed the contract and water heater care.
Worth knowing BBB complainants disputed a repair that preceded a full replacement (RS Andrews refunded $453 but not a separate $600 charge; answered), a flush visit the customer said left a valve open (answered; company said it reached an agreement), and a $7,135 two-heater price (resolved with a $951 refund).
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Reliable Heating & Air, Plumbing & Electrical
Lists Lawrenceville among the areas it serves. Based in Kennesaw.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
Published price: Water heater replacement 'Starting at $2,349 or as low as $29.99/month'; Atlanta installation cost ranges shown as Low $2,199 / Average $2,500 / High $3,999+ Specials page: Rheem Standard Electric Water Heater $2,399.00 installed; tankless 'Starting At... $4,999.00 Installed' or $49.99/mo; 40-gallon for $29.99/mo installed via Comfort as a Service $89.95 diagnostic fee waived with approved repair.
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback No water heater praise found in the BBB entries checked.
Worth knowing Complainants reported install delays, a 37-gallon heater swapped for a 50-gallon, disputed anode/maintenance coverage, and lease terms they said were not explained; Reliable asked for documentation in one case, and a lease complaint and a payoff complaint were later resolved or credited.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Superior Plumbing
Lists Lawrenceville among the areas it serves. Based in Kennesaw.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupon: '$25 OFF — Save $25 on Water Heaters'.
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback No water heater praise found in the sources checked.
Worth knowing A reviewer disputed $89.50 dispatch and $478.68 labor charges for a valve replacement on a 2018 Superior-installed heater; Superior replied that its own parts-and-labor warranty is one year and the manufacturer's 10-year warranty is parts only.
1 water heater review read, checked September 29, 2026.
Also listing Lawrenceville: Allgood Home Services (ARS/Rescue Rooter), RooterPLUS!.
Order: companies based in Lawrenceville 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. Georgia plumbing license lookup (GOALS licensee search) ↗.
FROM COMPANIES SERVING LAWRENCEVILLE
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN LAWRENCEVILLE
What Lawrenceville homes are like.
1988Median year built
30%Built before 1980
47%Owner-occupied
53%Heat with utility gas
62%Single-family homes
The median home was built in 1988. A first or second replacement is common in homes this age.
Only 47% of homes are owner-occupied. Renters should ask the landlord or property manager; replacing the heater is usually the owner’s decision.
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 Lawrenceville.
The city sells gas
Lawrenceville runs its own electric and natural gas service. If the city is your gas company, you use the city's rebate, not a gas marketer's program.
Lawrenceville Utilities – About (electric, natural gas, sanitation) ↗ · Lawrenceville Utilities – Rebates & Tax Credits ↗
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Lawrenceville homes.
Energy
- Electric: Lawrenceville Utilities (city electric department) (Has more than 12,000 customers; some homes get power from Georgia Power or Jackson EMC instead)
- Gas: Lawrenceville Utilities (city natural gas department)
Lawrenceville Utilities – About (electric, natural gas, sanitation) ↗ · Jackson EMC – Facts & Service Area ↗
Water
Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources (the city requires a Gwinnett County water connection permit for new homes): Very soft: about 1.34 grains per gallon (roughly 23 mg/L) average (Gwinnett's current water quality page, 2025 report year)
City of Lawrenceville – Types of Residential Building Permits ↗ · Gwinnett County DWR – Drinking water quality (hardness table) ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Lawrenceville homes.
For Lawrenceville Utilities (city electric department) and Lawrenceville Utilities (city natural gas department) customers in Lawrenceville. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- Natural Gas Appliance Rebate ↗Active$300 for a gas tank water heater of 40 gallons or more, $500 for a gas tankless one, or $500 plus a free gas tap to switch from electric or propane.
- Georgia Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) ↗ClosedGeorgia's IRA-funded HEAR point-of-sale rebates for heat pump water heaters and other electric appliances are not accepting new applications; project submissions are paused until further notice.
- Georgia Home Efficiency Rebates (HER) ↗ActiveWhole-home efficiency rebates sized by household income (AMI) and modeled energy savings; the site says households can get up to $16,000 combined across Georgia's home energy rebate programs.
- Federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (25C) ↗EndedCovered improvements made through December 31, 2025.
Checked September 29, 2026. Who qualifies and the conditions: Georgia rebates · How to check an incentive.
PERMITS & LICENSING
Permits and licenses in Lawrenceville.
Permits and who issues them
The city says installing or replacing a water heater needs a plumbing permit when water or gas lines change. The permit is filed as 'Plumbing - Water Heater'. You apply online on the Licensing, Permits and Plans (LPP) portal.
City of Lawrenceville Planning & Development ↗ · City of Lawrenceville – Types of Residential Building Permits ↗ · City of Lawrenceville – Building Permits ↗ · City of Lawrenceville permits issued, July 5–11, 2026 (PDF) ↗
Check the installer’s license
Ask for the license number and search it yourself on the Georgia plumbing license lookup (GOALS licensee search) ↗. A listing on Ember & Tank is not a license check. Georgia licensing explained →
NEARBY CITIES
Compare places near Lawrenceville.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snellville | 6 mi | Required | $50 | Walton EMC |
| Suwanee | 8 mi | Required | $6 | Georgia Power, Jackson EMC |
| Lilburn | 9 mi | Required | $7 | Georgia Power, Jackson EMC, Walton EMC |
| Sugar Hill | 10 mi | Check with city | $25 | Jackson EMC |
| Duluth | 10 mi | Check with city | — | Georgia Power, Jackson EMC |
| Loganville | 10 mi | Check with city | $35 | Walton EMC |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Lawrenceville water heater questions.
Can I get a rebate on a water heater in Lawrenceville?
Yes, if you already have city gas. It's $300 for a gas tank of 40 gallons or more, $500 for tankless, or $500 plus a free gas tap if you switch from electric or propane. Apply within 60 days.
Lawrenceville Natural Gas Appliance Rebate Guidelines (PDF, updated May 2026) ↗
Do I need a permit in Lawrenceville?
Yes, if the job changes water or gas lines. The city lists that as plumbing work that needs a permit and issues 'Plumbing - Water Heater' permits.
City of Lawrenceville – Types of Residential Building Permits ↗ · City of Lawrenceville permits issued, July 5–11, 2026 (PDF) ↗
Who supplies water in Lawrenceville?
Gwinnett County. The city itself handles electric, gas and trash.
Lawrenceville Utilities – About (electric, natural gas, sanitation) ↗ · City of Lawrenceville – Types of Residential Building Permits ↗
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