Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN JOLIET
Joliet Water Heater
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Replacing a water heater in Joliet.
Yes, Joliet permits water heater replacements on its plumbing application. The cost is about $32: a $23.50 base fee plus $8.50 for each heater. Joliet's power is from ComEd and its gas is from Nicor Gas. The plumber files a 055 license, an insurance certificate naming the city, and a notarized letter of intent. Book inspections by phone for the next business day. City well water is treated for radium now, and Lake Michigan water is planned for 2030.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of Joliet Community Development – Building & Inspectional Services Division
- Permit fee
- $32 for just a water heater: the $23.50 base remodel fee on every plumbing application plus $8.50 for each water heater (current Plumbing Application form; no date in effect is shown).
- Who gets the permit
- The form is set up for a licensed plumbing contractor. Every plumbing contractor turns in an insurance certificate naming the City of Joliet, a state 055 license, and a notarized or corporate-sealed letter of intent. Rules for homeowners aren't given.
- Electric utility
- ComEd
- Gas utility
- Nicor Gas
- Water
- City of Joliet Public Utilities (21 deep bedrock wells and 5 shallow wells, with radium removal at 11 treatment plants); switching to Lake Michigan water through the Grand Prairie Water Commission in 2030
- Rebate worth checking
- Nicor Gas water heater rebates (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 1985 (median) · 74% owner-occupied
- Companies found
- 10 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 Joliet averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Joliet
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit fee$32 for just a water heater: the $23.50 base remodel fee on every plumbing application plus $8.50 for each water heater (current Plumbing Application form; no date in effect is shown).. City of Joliet Community Development – Building & Inspectional Services Division fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price1 of the companies listed for Joliet post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Perfect Home Services. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Joliet average is shown.
What can change the price in Joliet?
Gas piping or a gas meter adds $12.50 on the plumbing application. Electrical work goes on a separate Electrical Permit Application.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Joliet?
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 Joliet 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.
Comfort First Heating and Cooling
Lists Joliet among the areas it serves. Based in 413 W Mondamin St, Minooka, IL 60447.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A customer praised a technician's punctuality, knowledge and clear answers during a water heater service call, as well as the office's quick response and updates.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
1 water heater review read, checked September 30, 2026.
DRF Trusted Property Solutions (DRF Water Heating Solutions)
Lists Joliet among the areas it serves. Based in 10242 Bode Street, Plainfield, IL 60585.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Customers praised skilled, knowledgeable installers, quick replacements and good cleanup, and one noted help getting inspection paperwork.
Worth knowing ComplaintsBoard posters alleged a $1,089 quote that became about $1,800, a post-install leak that damaged a neighbor's unit, and valves left closed that left a customer without water for two days.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, Sewer & Electric
Lists Joliet 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.
J. Blanton Plumbing
Lists Joliet among the areas it serves. Based in 1945 Techny Road, #11, Northbrook, IL 60062.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised competitive, honest quotes, clear explanations and prompt, efficient water heater work.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints could be verified in the sources that were accessible.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Will County
Lists Joliet among the areas it serves. Based in 126 S Des Plaines St, Joliet IL, 60436.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback One reviewer said a technician explained the hot water heater problem plainly and fixed it right away at a reasonable price.
Worth knowing On Yelp, one reviewer (2024) said they were quoted $2,850.99 for a standard 40-gallon heater with a 6-month tank-only warranty and had it done elsewhere for $950; another (2018) said a technician broke their gas control valve and left; no company responses were captured.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
PDM Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
Lists Joliet among the areas it serves. Based in 467 Ruby Street, Joliet, IL 60435.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised same-day replacement with no surprises on price, prompt and friendly installers, and effective water heater servicing.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Perfect Home Services
Lists Joliet among the areas it serves. Based in 78 Eisenhower Lane N, Lombard, IL 60148.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: $49 Water Heater Flush and Safety Inspection coupon (listed as expiring Oct 31, 2026); no installed water heater prices published
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised quick same-day response, clear options and clean installs, including a replacement finished within five hours of the call.
Worth knowing On Yelp, one reviewer (2025) called a $4,000 bill for a standard tank replacement for their elderly mother predatory pricing, and another (2025) said a $60 diagnosis became $629 for a tankless unit and a $3,000 repair quote came with a week's wait; a 2018 reviewer said the installer left old vent work for them until the company returned, and the company apologized.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling
Lists Joliet among the areas it serves. Based in Multi-state company (no HQ stated); Chicago-area offices at 506 E Summit St, Crown Point, IN 46307; 1260 Transport Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46383; 1935 Brandon Ct., Suite A-1, Glendale Heights, IL 60139; 724 E Veterans Pkwy Suite A, Yorkville, IL 60560.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback One reviewer praised a tankless water heater installed with new HVAC and dehumidification equipment and said the company stands behind what it sells.
Worth knowing Yelp reviewers said a son's heater was replaced with a 50-gallon power-vent tank for $4,200 without the cost being discussed (2026), a technician recommended replacement without inspecting a tank that later worked after a flush (2026), and a heater Summers installed was called for replacement just out of warranty and a $59 fee was charged despite a service plan (2025); no company responses were captured.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
ARS / Rescue Rooter (Illinois – Chicago area)
Lists Joliet 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.
Order: companies based in Joliet 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 ↗.
FROM COMPANIES SERVING JOLIET
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN JOLIET
What Joliet homes are like.
1985Median year built
47%Built before 1980
74%Owner-occupied
86%Heat with utility gas
79%Single-family homes
About 47% of homes were built before 1980. Older homes often have older venting, smaller closets and shutoff valves that should be checked before install day.
86% 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 Joliet.
New water source in 2030
Today Joliet pumps groundwater heavy in minerals and treats it for radium, iron and manganese. In 2030 it plans to switch to Lake Michigan water treated by Chicago, through the Grand Prairie Water Commission.
Joliet Drinking Water 2024 Quality Report (June 2025, PDF) ↗ · GPWC Chicago Lake Michigan Water Quality Fact Sheet (May 2025, PDF) ↗
Updated energy code
Joliet points out that the 2024 IECC, with Illinois changes, took effect across the state on November 30, 2025. It applies to work on homes.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Joliet 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
City of Joliet Public Utilities (21 deep bedrock wells and 5 shallow wells, with radium removal at 11 treatment plants); switching to Lake Michigan water through the Grand Prairie Water Commission in 2030
Joliet Drinking Water 2024 Quality Report (June 2025, PDF) ↗ · GPWC Chicago Lake Michigan Water Quality Fact Sheet (May 2025, PDF) ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Joliet homes.
For ComEd and Nicor Gas customers in Joliet. 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 Joliet.
Permits and who issues them
Joliet's Plumbing Application has a line for water heaters, so a replacement goes on a plumbing application. Email applications to the city; plans go through the ProjectDox online plan system. Call 815-724-4070 to request an inspection, which is set for the next business day.
Plumbing contractors include their 055 license, insurance certificate and letter of intent with every application. The city also has its own business registration page.
City of Joliet Community Development – Building & Inspectional Services Division ↗ · Joliet – Building & Inspectional Services Division ↗ · Joliet – Residential Building Permit Information ↗ · Joliet Plumbing Application (PDF) ↗
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 Joliet.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shorewood | 3 mi | Required | — | ComEd |
| Crest Hill | 4 mi | Check with city | — | ComEd |
| Lockport | 8 mi | Required | $50 | ComEd |
| Romeoville | 8 mi | Check with city | $25 | ComEd |
| Minooka | 9 mi | Check with city | — | ComEd |
| Channahon | 9 mi | Check with city | — | ComEd |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Joliet water heater questions.
What does a water heater permit cost in Joliet?
Every plumbing permit has a $23.50 base fee, and each water heater adds $8.50. A simple swap comes to about $32.
What does my plumber have to turn in?
An insurance certificate naming the City of Joliet, a state 055 plumbing contractor license, and a notarized or corporate-sealed letter of intent.
Is Joliet getting different water?
Yes. The city uses treated well water today. The Grand Prairie Water Commission plans to begin delivering Lake Michigan water in 2030.
GPWC Chicago Lake Michigan Water Quality Fact Sheet (May 2025, PDF) ↗
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