Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN SHAKOPEE
Shakopee Water Heater
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Replacing a water heater in Shakopee.
Shakopee requires a plumbing permit for a home water heater, and a licensed plumber must install it. The 2026 fee is $75, plus a $1 state surcharge and a $15 processing fee. Shakopee Public Utilities supplies water and much of the city's power, and pays a $400 rebate on qualifying heat pump water heaters. Xcel Energy and MVEC serve other areas. Gas comes from CenterPoint Energy or Xcel.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of Shakopee Building Inspections
- Permit fee
- $75 plus a $1 state surcharge for a home water heater, plus a $15 electronic processing fee charged on every permit (2026 Fee Schedule, updated 04/21/2026).
- Who gets the permit
- The 2026 fee schedule says a licensed plumber must install a home water heater. It describes no option for homeowners to do it themselves.
- Electric utility
- Shakopee Public Utilities (SPU), Xcel Energy and Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative (MVEC)
- Gas utility
- CenterPoint Energy and Xcel Energy
- Water
- Shakopee Public Utilities
- Rebate worth checking
- SPU heat pump water heater rebate (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 1999 (median) · 75% owner-occupied
- Companies found
- 11 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 Shakopee averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Shakopee
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit fee$75 plus a $1 state surcharge for a home water heater, plus a $15 electronic processing fee charged on every permit (2026 Fee Schedule, updated 04/21/2026).. City of Shakopee Building Inspections fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price8 of the companies listed for Shakopee 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, Paul Bunyan Plumbing & Drains, Plumb Right. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Shakopee average is shown.
What can change the price in Shakopee?
Home gas piping needs a separate mechanical permit, at $75 plus a $1 state surcharge for each fixture or appliance. Gas line work is listed with the mechanical permits.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Shakopee?
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 Shakopee 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 Shakopee 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 Shakopee 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 Shakopee 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 Shakopee 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 Shakopee 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.
NRG Plumbing
Lists Shakopee among the areas it serves. Based in Cologne, MN 55322.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Testimonials praised the owner's workmanship and his quick, lower-priced water heater replacement.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Paul Bunyan Plumbing & Drains
Lists Shakopee 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 Shakopee 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 Shakopee 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.
Also listing Shakopee: Water Heaters Now.
Order: companies based in Shakopee 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 SHAKOPEE
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN SHAKOPEE
What Shakopee homes are like.
1999Median year built
22%Built before 1980
75%Owner-occupied
80%Heat with utility gas
80%Single-family homes
The median home was built in 1999. A first or second replacement is common in homes this age.
80% 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 Shakopee.
A city utility plus two other electric companies
Shakopee Public Utilities supplies water and power. The city also lists Xcel Energy and MVEC as electric providers in some areas. Which water heater rebate you can get depends on who sends your electric bill.
A processing fee on every permit
Shakopee adds a $15 electronic processing fee to every project, permit and license. That is on top of the $75 water heater permit and the $1 surcharge.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Shakopee homes.
Energy
- Electric: Shakopee Public Utilities (SPU) (city-owned electric and water utility)
- Electric: Xcel Energy (some parts of the city)
- Electric: Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative (MVEC) (some parts of the city)
- Gas: CenterPoint Energy (depends on location)
- Gas: Xcel Energy (depends on location)
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Shakopee homes.
For Shakopee Public Utilities (SPU), Xcel Energy, Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative (MVEC) and CenterPoint Energy customers in Shakopee. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- SPU heat pump water heater rebate ↗ActiveSPU home electric customers with an active account can get $400 for a heat pump water heater.
- MVEC water heater rebates ↗ActiveMVEC members: $600 toward a heat pump water heater of any brand.
- 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 Shakopee.
Permits and who issues them
A Water Heater Permit is one of the plumbing permits Shakopee issues. You apply and pay online in the city's ePortal, after registering an account. Building Inspections: 952-233-9396.
Nothing stated beyond the rule that a licensed plumber must install the water heater.
City of Shakopee Building Inspections ↗ · Shakopee Licenses & Permits ↗ · 2026 City of Shakopee Fee Schedule (plumbing, p.19) ↗ · 2026 City of Shakopee Fee Schedule (building/processing fee, p.17) ↗ · 2026 City of Shakopee Fee Schedule (mechanical, p.18) ↗
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 Shakopee.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prior Lake | 4 mi | Required | $74 | Xcel Energy, Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative (MVEC), Shakopee Public Utilities |
| Eden Prairie | 5 mi | Required | By job value (from $600) | Xcel Energy, Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative (MVEC) |
| Savage | 6 mi | Required | $70 | Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative (MVEC), Xcel Energy |
| Chanhassen | 7 mi | Required | $80 | Xcel Energy, Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative (MVEC) |
| Chaska | 7 mi | Required | By job value (from $71) | Chaska Electric (City of Chaska Electric Department), Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative, Xcel Energy |
| Bloomington | 9 mi | Required | By job value (from $65) | Xcel Energy |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Shakopee water heater questions.
How much is a water heater permit in Shakopee?
$75 plus a $1 state surcharge under the 2026 fee schedule. A $15 electronic processing fee is added to every permit.
Can a Shakopee homeowner install their own water heater?
The city's 2026 fee schedule says a licensed plumber must install a home water heater.
Does Shakopee Public Utilities offer a water heater rebate?
Yes. SPU's 2026 home rebates include $400 for a heat pump water heater with a UEF of at least 2.2 or 3.3, depending on voltage.
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