Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN EAGAN
Eagan Water Heater
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Replacing a water heater in Eagan.
Yes, Eagan requires a plumbing permit for a water heater or water softener at home. On the 2026 schedule it's a fixed $75, state surcharge included. Most homes get power from Dakota Electric, and gas can come from CenterPoint, Minnesota Energy Resources or Xcel, depending on your address. City well water is very hard: 18 to 20 grains in the 2022 report.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of Eagan Building Inspections Division
- Permit fee
- A fixed $75, state surcharge included, for a home water softener or water heater plumbing permit (2026 Permit Fee Schedule).
- Electric utility
- Dakota Electric Association and Xcel Energy
- Gas utility
- CenterPoint Energy, Minnesota Energy Resources and Xcel Energy
- Water
- City of Eagan Utilities Division (groundwater wells, treated for iron and manganese) · Very hard: 18-20 grains, or 310-345 ppm, per the city's 2022 drinking water report (older report; newer report not reachable)
- Rebate worth checking
- Dakota Electric Energy Wise water heater rebates (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 1988 (median) · 68% 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 Eagan averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Eagan
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit feeA fixed $75, state surcharge included, for a home water softener or water heater plumbing permit (2026 Permit Fee Schedule).. City of Eagan Building Inspections Division fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price7 of the companies listed for Eagan post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Aquarius Home Services, Bonfe Plumbing, Heating & Air, Dean's Home Services, Genz-Ryan, McQuillan Home Services (McQuillan Bros.), MSP Plumbing Heating Air, Plumb Right. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Eagan average is shown.
What can change the price in Eagan?
The same schedule has a separate $75 home mechanical permit for furnace, AC, air exchanger and gas line work. So a new or changed gas line may need its own mechanical permit. Re-inspections are $65 per half hour.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Eagan?
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 →
Air Mechanical
Lists Eagan 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 Eagan 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 Eagan 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.
Dean's Home Services
Lists Eagan among the areas it serves. Based in Maple Grove.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
Published price: Specials (expire 09/30/26): 'Purchase a new water heater and we'll buy back your old one for up to $650'; '$30 Water Heater Flush' (with free water quality test); 'Up to $1,000 Off Water Softener & Water Heater'; '30% Off Water Softener with Water Heater Install'; '$100 OFF PLUMBING Repair or Install' —
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Customers praised same-day water heater appointments and installations, clear explanations, help with financing and a strong warranty.
Worth knowing In BBB complaints, one landlord said Dean's replaced a 20-year-old water heater (about $1,800) when the real problem was a utility-locked gas meter, and another said a new water heater installed without a relay kept their boiler running; Dean's responded to both, citing the heater's age and saying it fixed the boiler controls and offered a hotel stay (both listed as Answered).
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Genz-Ryan
Lists Eagan among the areas it serves. Based in Burnsville.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupons page (expires 10/31/26): 'Same-Day Water Heater Installation — Guaranteed' or $150/day compensation (eligible replacements); 'Buy a Water Heater, Get a Free Water Softener'; $26 Water Heater Flush & Fill + water quality test; water heater financing 'as low as $3/Day'; $99 off any plumbing repairs —
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A testimonial on the company's site praised a technician who replaced a badly corroded water heater and softener and stayed late so the family would not be without water.
Worth knowing BBB reviewers and complainants alleged a water heater install that failed inspection with three missed return visits, the wrong water heater type delivered, high replacement pricing and a 24-hour guarantee that excluded water heaters; Genz-Ryan resolved the wrong-heater complaint, reached a confidential settlement on the pricing and membership complaint, and said the other plan covered only heating and cooling.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
McQuillan Home Services (McQuillan Bros.)
Lists Eagan 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 Eagan 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.
Plumb Right
Lists Eagan 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 Eagan 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.
Water Heaters Now
Lists Eagan 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.
Order: companies based in Eagan 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 EAGAN
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN EAGAN
What Eagan homes are like.
1988Median year built
25%Built before 1980
68%Owner-occupied
81%Heat with utility gas
70%Single-family homes
The median home was built in 1988. A first or second replacement is common in homes this age.
81% 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.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Eagan homes.
Energy
- Electric: Dakota Electric Association (most Eagan homes)
- Electric: Xcel Energy (part of northern Eagan)
- Gas: CenterPoint Energy (depends on address; see the city's service map)
- Gas: Minnesota Energy Resources (some addresses; check the city map)
- Gas: Xcel Energy (serves certain addresses; city map shows where)
City of Eagan - Private Utilities ↗ · City of Eagan - Natural Gas Service Areas map ↗
Water
City of Eagan Utilities Division (groundwater wells, treated for iron and manganese): Very hard: 18-20 grains, or 310-345 ppm, per the city's 2022 drinking water report (older report; newer report not reachable)
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Eagan homes.
For Dakota Electric Association, Xcel Energy, CenterPoint Energy and Minnesota Energy Resources customers in Eagan. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- Dakota Electric Energy Wise water heater rebates ↗ActiveDakota Electric members can get $500 for an ENERGY STAR heat pump water heater, up to $500 for an electric water heater of 80+ gallons and 0.9+ efficiency on the off-peak Storage (ETS) program, or $200 for a 50+ gallon electric water heater on the Interruptible program.
- 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 Eagan.
Permits and who issues them
Eagan's 2026 permit fee schedule has a fixed-fee home plumbing permit for a 'water softener or water heater' in single-family homes, detached or attached. We couldn't confirm online how to apply or schedule inspections.
City of Eagan Building Inspections Division ↗ · Eagan 2026 Permit Fee Schedule (read via Internet Archive copy captured Feb 17, 2026) ↗
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 Eagan.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mendota Heights | 5 mi | Check with city | By job value (from $75) | Xcel Energy |
| Inver Grove Heights | 5 mi | Required | $80 | Xcel Energy, Dakota Electric Association |
| Apple Valley | 5 mi | Required | $87.41 | Dakota Electric Association |
| Rosemount | 7 mi | Check with city | $70 | Dakota Electric Association, Xcel Energy |
| Burnsville | 7 mi | Required | $82 | Xcel Energy, Dakota Electric Association, Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative (MVEC) |
| West St. Paul | 7 mi | Required | $100 | Xcel Energy |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Eagan water heater questions.
What does a water heater permit cost in Eagan?
$75, state surcharge included, for a home water heater or water softener permit on the 2026 fee schedule.
Which gas and power companies serve Eagan?
Most homes have Dakota Electric; part of northern Eagan has Xcel. Gas comes from CenterPoint Energy, Minnesota Energy Resources or Xcel Energy, depending on your address. The city posts maps of who serves where.
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