Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN NEW HOPE
New Hope Water Heater
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Replacing a water heater in New Hope.
New Hope charges a flat $50 for a water heater permit under its 2026 fee schedule, plus the state surcharge. You apply through the city's BSA Online portal. Homes get Xcel Energy electricity and CenterPoint Energy gas. The water is river water treated by Minneapolis and softened to about 4.5 grains per gallon.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of New Hope Inspections Division
- Permit fee
- $50 for a water heater (2026 Fee Schedule, Mechanical and Plumbing), plus the state surcharge. Fees can double if work starts before you have a permit.
- Who gets the permit
- The city says building and plumbing contractors need an active state license and an insurance certificate. Mechanical contractors need a state bond and an insurance certificate. The city page doesn't cover homeowner permits.
- Electric utility
- Xcel Energy
- Gas utility
- CenterPoint Energy
- Water
- City of New Hope (Minneapolis-treated Mississippi River water purchased through the Crystal-New Hope-Golden Valley Joint Water Commission) · Softened at treatment; average about 4.5 grains per gallon (city Water page); the city says most residents do not need a softener
- Rebate worth checking
- Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate (Minnesota electric) (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 1969 (median) · 53% 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 Hope 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 Hope
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit fee$50 for a water heater (2026 Fee Schedule, Mechanical and Plumbing), plus the state surcharge. Fees can double if work starts before you have a permit.. City of New Hope Inspections Division fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price7 of the companies listed for New Hope post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Aquarius Home Services, Bonfe Plumbing, Heating & Air, Dean's Home Services, Genz-Ryan, MSP Plumbing Heating Air, Paul Bunyan Plumbing & Drains, Plumb Right. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no New Hope average is shown.
What can change the price in New Hope?
Other mechanical and plumbing work is priced by job value. For a single-family home it's $50 for $0-$500 of value, then goes up in steps (for example $62.50 + 2.25% for $1,001-$5,000) under the 2026 schedule. Electrical work has its own inspection, booked by phone. The city page doesn't say anything specific about moving a heater or switching to tankless.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in New Hope?
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 →
Aquarius Home Services
Lists New Hope 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 Hope 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 Hope 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 Hope 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 New Hope 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.
MSP Plumbing Heating Air
Lists New Hope 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 New Hope 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.
TJK Plumbing Inc
Lists New Hope 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 Hope 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 Hope 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 New Hope 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 HOPE
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN NEW HOPE
What New Hope homes are like.
1969Median year built
77%Built before 1980
53%Owner-occupied
69%Heat with utility gas
52%Single-family homes
About 77% 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 Hope.
Softened Minneapolis water
New Hope buys Mississippi River water that Minneapolis treats and softens to about 4.5 grains per gallon before it arrives. The city says most residents don't need a water softener.
Inspection required before you sell
Since 1978, New Hope has required a Point of Sale Inspection before any home is sold. Sellers get a list of repairs to finish before the city issues a Certificate of Property Maintenance. The 2026 fee schedule charges $160 per unit for 1-2 family homes.
New Hope: Point of Sale ↗ · New Hope 2026 Fee Schedule (PDF) ↗
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies New Hope homes.
Water
City of New Hope (Minneapolis-treated Mississippi River water purchased through the Crystal-New Hope-Golden Valley Joint Water Commission): Softened at treatment; average about 4.5 grains per gallon (city Water page); the city says most residents do not need a softener
New Hope: Water ↗ · Golden Valley: Water System (Joint Water Commission) ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for New Hope homes.
For Xcel Energy and CenterPoint Energy customers in New Hope. 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 Hope.
Permits and who issues them
New Hope's 2026 fee schedule has its own mechanical/plumbing permit fee for a water heater, and the city says most construction work needs a permit first. Apply and pay on the city's BSA Online portal. You can book most inspections online up to 10 days ahead; electrical inspections are booked by phone at 763-531-5127.
New Hope doesn't seem to issue its own contractor license. The city wants an active state license (building or plumbing) or a state mechanical bond, plus an insurance certificate on file.
City of New Hope Inspections Division ↗ · New Hope: Permits ↗ · New Hope: Fee Schedule page ↗ · New Hope 2026 Fee Schedule (PDF) ↗
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 Hope.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal | 1 mi | Required | $71 | Xcel Energy |
| Robbinsdale | 3 mi | Required | $125 | Xcel Energy |
| Golden Valley | 3 mi | Required | By job value (from $500) | Xcel Energy |
| Plymouth | 4 mi | Required | — | Xcel Energy, Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association |
| Brooklyn Center | 4 mi | Required | $85 | Xcel Energy |
| Brooklyn Park | 6 mi | Required | — | Xcel Energy |
COMMON QUESTIONS
New Hope water heater questions.
How much is a water heater permit in New Hope?
$50 under the 2026 fee schedule, plus the state surcharge. Fees can double if work starts without a permit.
Do I need a water softener in New Hope?
Usually not. The city says its water is softened to about 4.5 grains per gallon, and most residents don't need a softener.
What license does my contractor need?
Plumbing contractors need an active state license and an insurance certificate. Mechanical contractors need a state bond and an insurance certificate.
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