Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN MILTON
Milton Water Heater
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Replacing a water heater in Milton.
In Milton, a licensed plumber or gas fitter applies online through PermitEyes. Plumbing and gas permits are charged by job value under a 2009 schedule: $35 for every $1,000 of the first $10,000, for each trade. Eversource supplies electricity, and the town is on soft MWRA water.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · Town of Milton Inspectional Services (Building Department)
- Permit fee
- Electrical, gas and plumbing permits: $35 for every $1,000 of the first $10,000 of value, then $10 for each extra $1,000, charged separately for each trade. Work started without a permit (not an emergency) is $70 for every $1,000. Schedule effective May 1, 2009.
- Who gets the permit
- Milton issues plumbing permits to licensed plumbers and gas permits to licensed gas fitters, never to apprentices, as state rules require. We found no homeowner permit.
- Electric utility
- Eversource
- Gas utility
- National Grid
- Water
- Town of Milton DPW, supplied by MWRA · Soft: MWRA water is about 16 mg/L (about 1 grain per gallon).
- Rebate worth checking
- Mass Save heat pump water heater rebate (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 1945 (median) · 85% 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 Milton averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Milton
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit feeElectrical, gas and plumbing permits: $35 for every $1,000 of the first $10,000 of value, then $10 for each extra $1,000, charged separately for each trade. Work started without a permit (not an emergency) is $70 for every $1,000. Schedule effective May 1, 2009.. Town of Milton Inspectional Services (Building Department) fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price2 of the companies listed for Milton post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing (Somersworth), Vaughan Plumbing & Heating. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Milton average is shown.
What can change the price in Milton?
Job value includes labor, materials and equipment. The Building Official may ask for contracts or cost breakdowns and can set the value using R.S. Means pricing data.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Milton?
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 →
128 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric
Lists Milton among the areas it serves. Based in Wakefield.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback The reviewer praised a prompt next-day estimate and a technician who explained options, pricing and scheduling.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
1 water heater review read, checked September 30, 2026.
Ace Hardware Home Services (Boston office)
Lists Milton among the areas it serves. Based in Billerica.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Yelp reviewers praised a same-day emergency tankless installation and punctual, well-explained maintenance that included a hot water heater.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
ARS / Rescue Rooter (Boston)
Lists Milton among the areas it serves. Based in Stoughton.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback No water heater praise specific to the Boston branch was found in the sources checked.
Worth knowing A BBB reviewer (Wally S., July 2026) said a hybrid hot water system installed by the Stoughton, Mass.
1 water heater review read, checked September 30, 2026.
Boston Budget Plumbing, Heating and Cooling
Lists Milton among the areas it serves. Based in Quincy.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Yelp reviewers praised fast response (often same-day replacement), clear quotes, reasonable prices and crews that cleaned up.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked; reviewers mentioned that a fee is required to book an appointment and that full payment is due after service.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
East Coast HVAC
Lists Milton among the areas it serves. Based in Dover, NH.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A Yelp reviewer (2020) praised the team's communication, scheduling flexibility and respect for the home during a propane on-demand water heater installation.
Worth knowing A Yelp reviewer (Dec 2024) said a $4,100 water heater quote had no itemized costs, and another (2018) said they were told the company was not taking new customers; no company responses were visible.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Minuteman Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
Lists Milton among the areas it serves. Based in Cambridge.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Angi reviewers praised same-day response, replacements finished within a few hours, fair pricing (including for a weekend emergency) and tidy, well-explained work.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked; one Angi reviewer (Aug 2025) noted a technician arrived later than expected due to an earlier emergency.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Southern Massachusetts
Lists Milton among the areas it serves.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback No water-heater-specific praise was found in the sources checked.
Worth knowing Yelp reviewers alleged repeated leaks and unfinished warranty repairs on an on-demand water heater install (2024) and a $400 charge for a filter cleaning (2021); the 2024 reviewer said the company later called to try to resolve it but asked that the review be removed first.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing (Somersworth)
Lists Milton among the areas it serves. Based in Somersworth, NH.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
Published price: Offer: 'Get Hot Water Today — Or Get $500 Off' (book by 3pm for same-day installation; valid through 10/15/2026). Also water heater lease option (no money down) and 10% military discount. No installed prices published.
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A Yelp reviewer (2022) praised on-time, friendly crews, clean detailed pipework and an explanation of the system after a boiler and hot water tank replacement.
Worth knowing A Yelp reviewer (2018) said a two-visit gas water heater repair totaled $222.87, with a part billed at about double its retail price and separate service and labor fees for a 15-minute return visit; no company response was visible.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical (Greater Boston)
Lists Milton among the areas it serves. Based in Stoneham.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Yelp reviewers praised a free control adjustment and flat-rate flush (2026), a clear diagnosis of a leaking Bosch tankless unit (2026), and professional water heater and boiler replacements.
Worth knowing Yelp reviewers alleged replacement quotes ($5,400 in 2019; at least $12,000 in 2024) for problems others fixed for $350 and $750, and one (Jan 2026) said National Grid found a significant gas leak at a newly installed water heater's joint the day after installation; no company responses were visible on these.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Vaughan Plumbing & Heating
Lists Milton among the areas it serves. Based in Boston (Hyde Park, 02136).
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupon: $125 OFF water heater installation; also $45 off Navien heat & hot water full service with organic flush. No installed prices published.
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Yelp reviewers praised fast response, reasonable prices (one said nearly $5,000 below another quote), help with a manufacturer warranty replacement, and a no-charge return visit to check a new unit.
Worth knowing A Yelp reviewer (Dec 2016) said a hot water heater had the same issue the day after service and the company declined to return; the owner replied that the technician had given an estimate for further repairs that the customer declined.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Also listing Milton: Dry Air Systems, Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Greater New Hampshire.
Order: companies based in Milton 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. Massachusetts eLIPSE license lookup ↗.
FROM COMPANIES SERVING MILTON
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN MILTON
What Milton homes are like.
1945Median year built
82%Built before 1980
85%Owner-occupied
67%Heat with utility gas
80%Single-family homes
About 82% of homes were built before 1980. Older homes often have older venting, smaller closets and shutoff valves that should be checked before install day.
67% 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 Milton.
Each trade pays by job value
Milton charges each trade separately based on job value, so a gas water heater swap pays both a plumbing fee and a gas fee based on the contract price. The town may ask to see the signed contract.
Town of Milton Inspectional Services Fee Schedule (effective 5/1/09) ↗
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Milton homes.
Energy
- Electric: Eversource
- Gas: National Grid (Eversource also lists Milton as part of its gas area)
MassDOT Utility Contacts by Municipality: Milton ↗ · Eversource: Communities we serve ↗
Water
Town of Milton DPW, supplied by MWRA: Soft: MWRA water is about 16 mg/L (about 1 grain per gallon).
MWRA 2025 Annual Water Quality Test Results - Full Service communities ↗ · MWRA: FAQ about MWRA tap water (hardness ~16 mg/L, ~1 gpg) ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Milton homes.
For Eversource and National Grid customers in Milton. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- Mass Save heat pump water heater rebate ↗Active$750 for an ENERGY STAR heat pump water heater (UEF 3.30, or 2.20 for 120-volt plug-in units), or $1,500 for a split-system model, when replacing an existing electric, propane, natural gas or oil water heater.
- Federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (25C) ↗EndedCovered improvements made through December 31, 2025.
Checked September 30, 2026. Who qualifies and the conditions: Massachusetts rebates · How to check an incentive.
PERMITS & LICENSING
Permits and licenses in Milton.
Permits and who issues them
Milton takes building, plumbing and gas permit applications online through PermitEyes. Each trade is charged separately, based on the value of the work, and Milton's fee schedule counts water heaters and chimney liners as part of that value.
No Milton contractor license that we could find; state-licensed plumbers and gas fitters get the permits.
Town of Milton Inspectional Services (Building Department) ↗ · Town of Milton: Permit Applications and Fees ↗ · Town of Milton Inspectional Services Fee Schedule (effective 5/1/09) ↗ · Milton online permits (PermitEyes) ↗ · 248 CMR 3.05 Permits and Inspections (LII) ↗
Check the installer’s license
Ask for the license number and search it yourself on the Massachusetts eLIPSE license lookup ↗. A listing on Ember & Tank is not a license check. Massachusetts licensing explained →
NEARBY CITIES
Compare places near Milton.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quincy | 4 mi | Required | — | National Grid (Massachusetts Electric) |
| Dedham | 5 mi | Required | $40 | Eversource (NSTAR Electric) |
| Brookline | 6 mi | Required | $20 | Eversource |
| Norwood | 7 mi | Required | — | Norwood Municipal Light Department (Norwood Light) |
| Boston | 7 mi | Required | $20 | Eversource (NSTAR Electric) |
| Holbrook | 8 mi | Required | $50 | National Grid (Massachusetts Electric) |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Milton water heater questions.
How are water heater permit fees calculated in Milton?
By job value: $35 for every $1,000 of the first $10,000, for each trade (plumbing, gas, electrical), then $10 for each extra $1,000.
Town of Milton Inspectional Services Fee Schedule (effective 5/1/09) ↗
Where do I apply?
Online on Milton's PermitEyes portal. A licensed plumber or gas fitter applies.
Milton online permits (PermitEyes) ↗ · 248 CMR 3.05 Permits and Inspections (LII) ↗
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