Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN SHOREVIEW
Shoreview Water Heater
Replacement
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Replacing a water heater in Shoreview.
A water heater permit in Shoreview comes to about $81: a $65 base, $15 for the heater, and the state surcharge. Homeowners can apply by email. Contractors must register with the city. City well water is hard, averaging 15 grains.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of Shoreview Building Department (Community Development)
- Permit fee
- $65 base fee, plus $15 per item (a water heater is one item), plus a $1 state surcharge, with an $80 minimum. That is about $81 for one water heater (2025 Residential Plumbing Permit Application).
- Who gets the permit
- Both homeowners and licensed contractors can apply for home plumbing and mechanical permits. Contractors must register with the city and have a current state license.
- Electric utility
- Xcel Energy
- Gas utility
- Xcel Energy
- Water
- City of Shoreview (six wells; iron and manganese removal by aeration and filtration) · Averages 15 grains per gallon (about 257 mg/L), 'moderately hard', per the city Water services page; the linked quality report covers 2025.
- Rebate worth checking
- Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate (Minnesota electric) (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 1981 (median) · 80% 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 Shoreview averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Shoreview
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit fee$65 base fee, plus $15 per item (a water heater is one item), plus a $1 state surcharge, with an $80 minimum. That is about $81 for one water heater (2025 Residential Plumbing Permit Application).. City of Shoreview Building Department (Community Development) fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price6 of the companies listed for Shoreview post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Aquarius Home Services, Bonfe Plumbing, Heating & Air, Dean's Home Services, McQuillan Home Services (McQuillan Bros.), MSP Plumbing Heating Air, Plumb Right. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Shoreview average is shown.
What can change the price in Shoreview?
Gas work needs the separate home HVAC (mechanical) permit. The city also issues its own electrical permits (2026 contractor electrical permit application).
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Shoreview?
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 Shoreview 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 Shoreview 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 Shoreview 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 Shoreview 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 Shoreview 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.
McQuillan Home Services (McQuillan Bros.)
Lists Shoreview 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 Shoreview 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 Shoreview 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 Shoreview 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 Shoreview 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.
Also listing Shoreview: Water Heaters Now.
Order: companies based in Shoreview 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 SHOREVIEW
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN SHOREVIEW
What Shoreview homes are like.
1981Median year built
49%Built before 1980
80%Owner-occupied
81%Heat with utility gas
80%Single-family homes
About 49% of homes were built before 1980. Older homes often have older venting, smaller closets and shutoff valves that should be checked before install day.
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.
LOCAL CONDITIONS
What’s different in Shoreview.
Homeowners apply by email or in person
Only registered contractors can use Shoreview's online BS&A portal. Homeowners send the home plumbing application by email or bring it to the Community Development desk.
Hard well water, with iron removed
The city takes out iron and manganese but does not soften the water. It lists average hardness at 15 grains and leaves the softener decision to you.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Shoreview homes.
Energy
- Electric: Xcel Energy (The only electric utility shown in Shoreview on the PUC service-area map.)
- Gas: Xcel Energy (Xcel Energy lists Shoreview in its Minnesota gas service area. CenterPoint does not list it among the communities it serves.)
Minnesota PUC Electric Utility Service Area Viewer (EUSA map layers, queried 2026-09-30) ↗ · Xcel Energy Minnesota Gas Rate Book, Section 3: Index of Company's Service Area ↗ · CenterPoint Energy Minnesota Rates, Rights & Tariff Book, Section III: Minnesota Communities We Serve (Wayback copy, Jan 2026) ↗
Water
City of Shoreview (six wells; iron and manganese removal by aeration and filtration): Averages 15 grains per gallon (about 257 mg/L), 'moderately hard', per the city Water services page; the linked quality report covers 2025.
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Shoreview homes.
For Xcel Energy customers in Shoreview. 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.
- 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 Shoreview.
Permits and who issues them
Shoreview's home plumbing permit application lists 'Water Heater' as one item. Email the application to permits@shoreviewmn.gov or drop it off at City Hall (4600 Victoria St N). Registered contractors can file some home permits online in BS&A.
Yes. Contractors must register with the City of Shoreview and keep their state license current.
City of Shoreview Building Department (Community Development) ↗ · Shoreview Permit applications ↗ · Shoreview Residential Plumbing Permit Application 2025 ↗ · Shoreview Contractor Electrical Permit Application 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 Shoreview.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Brighton | 3 mi | Required | $52.50 | Xcel Energy |
| Mounds View | 4 mi | Required | $65 | Xcel Energy |
| Vadnais Heights | 4 mi | Required | $65 | Connexus Energy, Xcel Energy |
| Roseville | 5 mi | Required | $87 | Xcel Energy |
| Little Canada | 5 mi | Check with city | $45 | Xcel Energy |
| Lino Lakes | 5 mi | Required | $11 | Xcel Energy, Connexus Energy |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Shoreview water heater questions.
How much is a water heater permit in Shoreview?
About $81: a $65 base fee, $15 for the water heater, and a $1 state surcharge ($80 minimum).
Can I apply for the permit myself?
Yes. Homeowners and licensed contractors can both apply. Homeowners email the application to permits@shoreviewmn.gov.
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