Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN BURNSVILLE
Burnsville Water Heater
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Replacing a water heater in Burnsville.
Yes, Burnsville requires a permit to replace a water heater. In 2026 it's a flat $82 plus a $1 state surcharge, and licensed plumbers or homeowners who live in the home can apply online. Power comes from Xcel Energy, Dakota Electric or MVEC, depending on your address, and CenterPoint Energy supplies gas. City water is very hard, at 25–26 grains per gallon.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of Burnsville Building Inspections Department
- Permit fee
- A flat $82.00 for a home water heater (the same as the lowest permit fee), plus a $1.00 Minnesota state surcharge. Gas pipe is $36 an opening (2026 Mechanical & Plumbing Permit Fee Schedule).
- Who gets the permit
- A licensed plumber hired to do the work, or a homeowner who owns and lives in the home.
- Electric utility
- Xcel Energy, Dakota Electric Association and Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative (MVEC)
- Gas utility
- CenterPoint Energy
- Water
- City of Burnsville (Kraemer Quarry water plus 14 wells) · 25–26 grains per gallon (about 430–445 mg/L) per the city's 2025 Drinking Water Quality Report, which tells residents to set softeners to match.
- Rebate worth checking
- Dakota Electric Energy Wise water heater rebates (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 1982 (median) · 65% 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 Burnsville averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Burnsville
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit feeA flat $82.00 for a home water heater (the same as the lowest permit fee), plus a $1.00 Minnesota state surcharge. Gas pipe is $36 an opening (2026 Mechanical & Plumbing Permit Fee Schedule).. City of Burnsville Building Inspections Department fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price6 of the companies listed for Burnsville post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Aquarius Home Services, Bonfe Plumbing, Heating & Air, McQuillan Home Services (McQuillan Bros.), MSP Plumbing Heating Air, Paul Bunyan Plumbing & Drains, Plumb Right. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Burnsville average is shown.
What can change the price in Burnsville?
New gas pipe adds $36 an opening. The plumbing page says running any new pipe needs a permit. Working without a permit brings a $108 investigation fee.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Burnsville?
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 →
Water Heaters Now
Lists Burnsville among the areas it serves. Based in Burnsville.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
What the reviews say
We haven’t found reviews that mention this company’s water heater work yet.
Air Mechanical
Lists Burnsville among the areas it serves. Based in 16411 Aberdeen St NE, Ham Lake, MN 55304.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Customers praised knowledgeable plumbers who explained water heater condition and options, and a repair that avoided a full replacement.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked; one Yelp reviewer said technicians consistently try to upsell extras, though without pressure.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Aquarius Home Services
Lists Burnsville among the areas it serves.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
Published price: Current offers (expire September 30, 2026): $400 off tank model water heaters (includes basic installation); $1000 off tankless water heaters (includes basic installation); $149 water heater flush & inspection (excludes tankless); $59 water heater & sump pump safety check —
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Customers praised fast replacements (including same-day installs), technicians who offered repair-or-replace options without pressure, and clear explanations.
Worth knowing One BBB reviewer said a plumber found water-pressure problems that should have been caught when their water heater was replaced, which led to an unexpected higher expense; no BBB complaints about water heater work were visible.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Bonfe Plumbing, Heating & Air
Lists Burnsville among the areas it serves. Based in Saint Paul.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Water heater repair: '$99 diagnostic fee (waived if repair is completed)' — offers page also lists '$100 OFF Plumbing Services' —
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback One reviewer praised a quick replacement after their water heater failed, knowledgeable staff and 0% financing.
Worth knowing BBB reviewers alleged high water heater replacement prices (one said $4,391 for a 50-gallon unit after discounts), pressure to add a paid membership to get a discount, a delayed invoice, and one said a technician did not address gas leaks found near a water heater; no company responses were shown on these reviews.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
McQuillan Home Services (McQuillan Bros.)
Lists Burnsville among the areas it serves. Based in St. Paul, MN (street address not shown on pages checked).
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Water heater repair diagnostic $99 (repair page); water heater pages show 'Financing as low as $138/mo' and a '$700 off' banner whose offer details were not shown in page text — ;
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback No water-heater-specific praise was found in the sources checked; one complainant said earlier experiences with McQuillan had been good.
Worth knowing BBB complainants and reviewers alleged unexplained membership and warranty charges, no choice of water heater model, very high quotes and slow warranty-part follow-up; McQuillan defended its pricing in one review response, and both complaints are listed as Resolved.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
MSP Plumbing Heating Air
Lists Burnsville among the areas it serves. Based in 2415 Ventura Dr, Woodbury, MN 55125.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
Published price: Tank water heater installation: $2,000 starting price; $3,000 average/most common; $4,000+ higher end. Tankless installation: $6,000 starting; $8,000 average; $10,000+ higher end. Trip fee $88. Coupons: $125 off tank install, $300 off tankless install, $49 water heater drain & flush — ; ;
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Customers praised fast same-day and weekend replacements, online booking, and technicians who explained options and checked gas supply for a larger heater.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked; one reviewer described the company as a little spendy.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Paul Bunyan Plumbing & Drains
Lists Burnsville among the areas it serves. Based in 5720 International Parkway, New Hope, MN 55428 (Twin Cities location; also a Rochester, MN location).
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupons: water heater tune & flush only $29; $500 off tankless water heater; free plumbing service call with repair ($89 value) —
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Customers praised same-day water heater replacements, quick responses to leaks, a careful warranty diagnosis, and a technician who avoided an unnecessary replacement.
Worth knowing BBB reviewers alleged very high water heater quotes (cheapest $6,300 in one case), a salesperson rather than a plumber sent to an urgent leak, and pressure to replace water heaters during unrelated visits; the company replied to several reviews saying it would review the feedback with its team.
6 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of the Twin Cities North
Lists Burnsville among the areas it serves.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
We haven’t found reviews that mention this company’s water heater work yet.
Plumb Right
Lists Burnsville among the areas it serves. Based in Brooklyn Park.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
Published price: Coupons page: $100 off water heater installation/replacement; $100 off tankless water heater installation/replacement; $50 off water heater repair; $50 off tankless repair (not valid for trip charge or diagnostic fee; page headed 2025, no expiration shown) —
What the reviews say
We haven’t found reviews that mention this company’s water heater work yet.
Ryan Plumbing & Heating
Lists Burnsville among the areas it serves. Based in Minneapolis & Saint Paul, MN (site gives phone numbers for both areas; no street address shown).
- 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 Burnsville 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. Minnesota plumbing license lookup (DLI iMS) ↗.
FROM COMPANIES SERVING BURNSVILLE
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN BURNSVILLE
What Burnsville homes are like.
1982Median year built
45%Built before 1980
65%Owner-occupied
75%Heat with utility gas
64%Single-family homes
About 45% of homes were built before 1980. Older homes often have older venting, smaller closets and shutoff valves that should be checked before install day.
75% 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 Burnsville.
Very hard water
Burnsville's 2025 water report says city water is 25–26 grains per gallon and suggests setting softeners to match. That matters because hard water builds up scale in tank and tankless heaters.
Three power companies
Depending on your address, Burnsville power comes from Xcel Energy, Dakota Electric or MVEC. That means rebates on electric water heaters aren't the same across the city.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Burnsville homes.
Energy
- Electric: Xcel Energy (by address; see city electricity provider map)
- Electric: Dakota Electric Association (by address; see city electricity provider map)
- Electric: Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative (MVEC) (by address; see city electricity provider map)
- Gas: CenterPoint Energy
Burnsville Resident Resources (Electricity and Natural Gas) ↗ · Burnsville Electricity Providers map ↗
Water
City of Burnsville (Kraemer Quarry water plus 14 wells): 25–26 grains per gallon (about 430–445 mg/L) per the city's 2025 Drinking Water Quality Report, which tells residents to set softeners to match.
Burnsville 2025 Drinking Water Quality Report ↗ · Burnsville Drinking Water Management ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Burnsville homes.
For Xcel Energy, Dakota Electric Association, Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative (MVEC) and CenterPoint Energy customers in Burnsville. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- Dakota Electric Energy Wise water heater rebates ↗ActiveFor Dakota Electric members: $500 for an ENERGY STAR heat pump water heater; up to $500 for an electric water heater of 80 gallons or more on the Storage program; $200 for an electric water heater of 50 gallons or more on the Interruptible program.
- MVEC water heater rebates ↗ActiveFor MVEC members: $600 for any heat pump water heater (no program sign-up needed), or $600 for a Marathon water heater bought from MVEC's Energy Store if you join Energy Wise load control for at least one year.
- Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate (Minnesota electric) ↗Active$400 for an eligible electric heat pump water heater, or $500 for a smart heat pump water heater.
- Natural Gas Water Heater Rebate (Minnesota gas) ↗Active$75 for a standard gas tank water heater at 0.64 UEF (medium draw) or 0.68 UEF (high draw); $250 for a gas tankless water heater at 0.87 UEF or higher.
- Residential Water Heater Rebate (Minnesota) ↗ActiveReplacement rebates: $250 for a gas tank of 55 gallons or less (0.64 UEF medium draw or 0.68 UEF high draw), $500 for a gas tankless at 0.87 UEF or higher, $1,000 for a combination tankless plus air handler unit, and $200 for an indirect storage tank.
- Federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (25C) ↗EndedCovered improvements made through December 31, 2025.
Checked September 29, 2026. Who qualifies and the conditions: Minnesota rebates · How to check an incentive.
PERMITS & LICENSING
Permits and licenses in Burnsville.
Permits and who issues them
Burnsville's plumbing permit page lists hot water heaters and water softeners as work that needs a permit. Licensed contractors and homeowners who live in the home apply online in the city's OpenGov portal. Questions go to Building Inspections at 952-895-4444.
Plumbing permits go to licensed plumbers. Mechanical permits go to businesses with a mechanical contractor's bond, as the state requires. We couldn't confirm a separate city license.
City of Burnsville Building Inspections Department ↗ · Burnsville Plumbing Permit ↗ · Burnsville Mechanical Permit ↗ · Burnsville 2026 Mechanical & Plumbing Permit Fee Schedule ↗
Check the installer’s license
Ask for the license number and search it yourself on the Minnesota plumbing license lookup (DLI iMS) ↗. A listing on Ember & Tank is not a license check. Minnesota licensing explained →
NEARBY CITIES
Compare places near Burnsville.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Valley | 4 mi | Required | $87.41 | Dakota Electric Association |
| Savage | 4 mi | Required | $70 | Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative (MVEC), Xcel Energy |
| Bloomington | 5 mi | Required | By job value (from $65) | Xcel Energy |
| Lakeville | 6 mi | Required | $70 | Dakota Electric Association, Xcel Energy |
| Eagan | 7 mi | Required | $75, | Dakota Electric Association, Xcel Energy |
| Richfield | 8 mi | Required | $65 | Xcel Energy |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Burnsville water heater questions.
What does a water heater permit cost in Burnsville?
$82 for a home water heater plus a $1 state surcharge on the 2026 fee schedule. New gas pipe is $36 an opening.
Can I get the permit myself as a homeowner?
Yes, if you own and live in the home. If not, a licensed plumber gets it.
How hard is the water in Burnsville?
25–26 grains per gallon, according to the 2025 Drinking Water Quality Report.
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