Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN BARRINGTON
Barrington Water Heater
Replacement
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Replacing a water heater in Barrington.
Yes, Barrington requires a water heater permit. Apply in the online portal with the heater's size and capacity and your plumber's letter of intent. Every contractor, plumber included, must register with the village first. The inspector won't come until the printed permit and placard are on site. ComEd and Nicor Gas serve the area, and water comes from four village wells.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · Village of Barrington Development Services
- Who gets the permit
- A plumber who sends a letter of intent with the application. Every contractor and subcontractor, plumbers included, must register with the village before the permit is issued.
- Electric utility
- ComEd
- Gas utility
- Nicor Gas
- Water
- Village of Barrington (aquifer water from four Village wells; also serves parts of Inverness and Barrington Hills)
- Rebate worth checking
- Nicor Gas water heater rebates (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 1971 (median) · 78% 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 Barrington averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Barrington
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local company’s advertised price1 of the companies listed for Barrington post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Paragon Heating, Cooling & Tankless (Paragon Mechanical, Inc.). Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Barrington average is shown.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Barrington?
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 →
Abt Electronics & Appliances – Plumbing Services
Lists Barrington among the areas it serves. Based in 1200 N. Milwaukee, Glenview, IL 60025.
- Tank
- Tankless
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised Abt staff for following up until a multi-system project that included a tankless water heater was finished, and for handling an emergency water heater replacement.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Althoff Home Services
Lists Barrington among the areas it serves. Based in 8001 S Illinois Rte 31, Crystal Lake, IL 60014.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Customers praised a technician's professionalism and explanations during a tankless water heater installation, and a thorough water heater flush during a maintenance visit.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, Sewer & Electric
Lists Barrington among the areas it serves. Based in 5701 W. 73 St., Chicago, IL 60638.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Customers praised fast, same-day water heater replacements and friendly, knowledgeable installers.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
IBBOTSON Heating & Air Conditioning
Lists Barrington among the areas it serves. Based in 514 S Arthur Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL 60005.
- Tank
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Customers praised knowledgeable, professional technicians and transparent, competitive quotes, including for a water heater installation.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Paragon Heating, Cooling & Tankless (Paragon Mechanical, Inc.)
Lists Barrington among the areas it serves. Based in 729 N Yale Ave, Villa Park, IL 60181.
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Tankless page: 'typical budgetary range for a standard residential tankless water heater replacement is $4,800 to $5,800' (assumes existing tankless or close-to-compatible setup; includes removal, install, reconnection, startup, testing). Home page coupon: '$500 OFF Tankless Water Heater/HVAC Installation'.
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised same-day replacement, tidy tankless installs, quick tankless repairs and technicians who explained maintenance clearly.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
ARS / Rescue Rooter (Illinois – Chicago area)
Lists Barrington among the areas it serves. Based in 731 District Drive, Itasca, IL 60143 (local branch of national ARS network).
- Tank
- Tankless
- 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 Cook County
Lists Barrington among the areas it serves.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
We haven’t found reviews that mention this company’s water heater work yet.
Order: companies based in Barrington 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. IDPH plumber license verification ↗.
See before-and-after replacement examples from independent companies →
HOMES IN BARRINGTON
What Barrington homes are like.
1971Median year built
67%Built before 1980
78%Owner-occupied
85%Heat with utility gas
77%Single-family homes
About 67% of homes were built before 1980. Older homes often have older venting, smaller closets and shutoff valves that should be checked before install day.
85% 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 Barrington.
No inspection without the paperwork on site
The inspector won't inspect unless the printed, approved permit papers are on site and the permit placard is posted where it can be seen.
Water from village wells
Barrington pumps its water from an underground aquifer through four village wells. It doesn't use Lake Michigan water.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Barrington homes.
Energy
- Electric: ComEd
- Gas: Nicor Gas
Nicor Gas tariff: municipalities to which the schedule applies ↗ · ComEd: Company Information (electric service across northern Illinois) ↗
Water
Village of Barrington (aquifer water from four Village wells; also serves parts of Inverness and Barrington Hills)
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Barrington homes.
For ComEd and Nicor Gas customers in Barrington. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- Nicor Gas water heater rebates ↗Active$150 for an ENERGY STAR gas tankless water heater (UEF 0.95 or higher, 75 MBTUH or less), or $150 for an ENERGY STAR power-vented or condensing storage water heater (UEF 0.86 or higher).
- Illinois IRA Home Energy Rebates (HEAR and HOMES) ↗Not launchedIllinois EPA says its HEAR application has not yet been processed by U.S.
- Federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (25C) ↗EndedCovered improvements made through December 31, 2025.
Checked September 30, 2026. Who qualifies and the conditions: Illinois rebates · How to check an incentive.
PERMITS & LICENSING
Permits and licenses in Barrington.
Permits and who issues them
Water heaters are one of Barrington's permit types. Submit the Construction Permit Application on the online portal with the heater's size and capacity and a letter of intent from the plumber. Once it's approved, pay and print the permit online. Keep the placard and approved papers on site. Call 847-304-3460 at least 24 hours ahead to book an inspection.
Every contractor and subcontractor on a permit, including the plumber, must register with the village on the online portal before the permit is issued.
Village of Barrington Development Services ↗ · Barrington – Building Permits & Contractor Registration ↗
Check the installer’s license
Ask for the license number and search it yourself on the IDPH plumber license verification ↗. A listing on Ember & Tank is not a license check. Illinois licensing explained →
NEARBY CITIES
Compare places near Barrington.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Zurich | 4 mi | Required | — | ComEd |
| Palatine | 5 mi | Required | $103 | ComEd |
| Hoffman Estates | 6 mi | Required | $50 | ComEd |
| Rolling Meadows | 7 mi | Required | $75 | ComEd |
| Cary | 7 mi | Required | — | ComEd |
| Arlington Heights | 8 mi | Required | — | ComEd |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Barrington water heater questions.
What do I need for a water heater permit in Barrington?
Submit the village Construction Permit Application, the heater's size and capacity, and a letter of intent from your plumber on the online portal.
How do I book a Barrington inspection?
Call Development Services at 847-304-3460 at least 24 hours ahead. Give your permit number, address and the type of inspection. It isn't booked until staff call you back with a date and time.
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