Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN NEW BRIGHTON
New Brighton Water Heater
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Replacing a water heater in New Brighton.
New Brighton charges $52.50 plus the state surcharge for a water heater plumbing permit in 2026. The homeowner or a state-licensed plumber applies online. The city treats its well water to remove solvents, iron and manganese, but it's still very hard, at 24 grains per gallon.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of New Brighton Building Department (Community Assets & Development)
- Permit fee
- $52.50 for a water heater, plus the state surcharge ($1 minimum) (2026 Fee Schedule, in effect January 1, 2026). The general plumbing charge is $52.50 minimum or 1.5% of the project cost.
- Who gets the permit
- A homeowner working on their own existing home, or a state-licensed plumber, can apply. Homeowners don't need to set up an online account.
- Electric utility
- Xcel Energy
- Gas utility
- Xcel Energy and CenterPoint Energy
- Water
- City of New Brighton (wells treated at four plants for solvent contamination plus iron and manganese) · 24 grains per gallon (about 410 mg/L) per the city's Tap Water page, which suggests softeners be set at or below 24 grains; no report year on the page (latest CCR is reporting year 2024).
- Rebate worth checking
- Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate (Minnesota electric) (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 1973 (median) · 61% 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 New Brighton averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in New Brighton
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit fee$52.50 for a water heater, plus the state surcharge ($1 minimum) (2026 Fee Schedule, in effect January 1, 2026). The general plumbing charge is $52.50 minimum or 1.5% of the project cost.. City of New Brighton Building Department (Community Assets & Development) fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price5 of the companies listed for New Brighton post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Aquarius Home Services, Bonfe Plumbing, Heating & Air, Dean's Home Services, MSP Plumbing Heating Air, Plumb Right. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no New Brighton average is shown.
What can change the price in New Brighton?
Gas piping is a separate $47.50 mechanical item. Electrical permits go through the city (Tokle Inspections): at least $60 per inspection visit, and a $40 electronic inspection fee that covers an outlet for a water heater vent.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in New Brighton?
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 New Brighton 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 New Brighton 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.
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Greater Minneapolis
Lists New Brighton among the areas it serves. Based in Ramsey.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Customers praised same-day water heater replacement, quick diagnosis of water heater problems, and technicians who explained maintenance.
Worth knowing One BBB reviewer said the lowest of three water heater replacement estimates they got from the company was $2,800 more than another reputable plumber's quote; no company response was shown.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Bonfe Plumbing, Heating & Air
Lists New Brighton 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 New Brighton 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.
MSP Plumbing Heating Air
Lists New Brighton 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.
TJK Plumbing Inc
Lists New Brighton among the areas it serves. Based in Maple Grove.
- Tank
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Customers praised quick, often same-day water heater replacements, clean work, and technicians who laid out repair and replacement options without being pushy.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Plumb Right
Lists New Brighton 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 New Brighton 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 New Brighton 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 New Brighton 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 NEW BRIGHTON
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN NEW BRIGHTON
What New Brighton homes are like.
1973Median year built
68%Built before 1980
61%Owner-occupied
69%Heat with utility gas
58%Single-family homes
About 68% of homes were built before 1980. Older homes often have older venting, smaller closets and shutoff valves that should be checked before install day.
69% 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 New Brighton.
Very hard water
At 24 grains per gallon, New Brighton has some of the hardest city water in the north metro. The city says hard water leaves mineral buildup in pipes and equipment.
Permits online only
New Brighton doesn't take paper permit applications anymore. When it's busy, a permit can take up to 10 business days after you pay.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies New Brighton homes.
Energy
- Electric: Xcel Energy
- Gas: Xcel Energy (Xcel gas restoration work is listed on a 2026 street project)
- Gas: CenterPoint Energy (the city names both utilities as energy providers)
New Brighton Sustainability ↗ · Improve Your Home's Efficiency (city news) ↗ · New Brighton 2026 Street Rehabilitation ↗
Water
City of New Brighton (wells treated at four plants for solvent contamination plus iron and manganese): 24 grains per gallon (about 410 mg/L) per the city's Tap Water page, which suggests softeners be set at or below 24 grains; no report year on the page (latest CCR is reporting year 2024).
New Brighton Tap Water ↗ · New Brighton Water Quality Report, reporting year 2024 ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for New Brighton homes.
For Xcel Energy and CenterPoint Energy customers in New Brighton. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- 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 30, 2026. Who qualifies and the conditions: Minnesota rebates · How to check an incentive.
PERMITS & LICENSING
Permits and licenses in New Brighton.
Permits and who issues them
New Brighton's FAQ says installing or changing plumbing, including a water heater or softener, needs a plumbing permit. You can only apply online through BS&A; paper applications aren't accepted. After review you get a payment link, and the permit can take up to 10 business days after you pay.
Yes. New Brighton has a City Contractor License application and posted licensing rules. Contractors link a PIN to their online account.
City of New Brighton Building Department (Community Assets & Development) ↗ · New Brighton FAQ: When do I need a plumbing permit? ↗ · New Brighton Building Permits ↗ · New Brighton Building Department Common Questions ↗ · New Brighton 2026 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 New Brighton.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Heights | 2 mi | Required | $65 | Xcel Energy |
| Mounds View | 3 mi | Required | $65 | Xcel Energy |
| Fridley | 3 mi | Check with city | — | Xcel Energy |
| Shoreview | 3 mi | Required | $65 | Xcel Energy |
| Roseville | 4 mi | Required | $87 | Xcel Energy |
| Brooklyn Center | 5 mi | Required | $85 | Xcel Energy |
COMMON QUESTIONS
New Brighton water heater questions.
How much is a water heater permit in New Brighton?
$52.50 plus the state surcharge (at least $1) under the 2026 fee schedule.
Can I get the permit myself?
Yes, if you own the home and are working on it yourself. If not, a state-licensed plumber applies.
What should I set my water softener to?
The city says its water is 24 grains per gallon and suggests a softener setting of 24 or lower.
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