Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN ST. LOUIS PARK
St. Louis Park Water Heater
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Replacing a water heater in St. Louis Park.
Replacing one plumbing appliance, like a water heater, in a single-family home in St. Louis Park costs a flat $86 ($85 plus a $1 state surcharge). You apply online in ePermits. The city's Climate Champions program matches 100% of your Xcel or CenterPoint rebate on a heat pump water heater, or 150% for qualifying households. You first need a Home Energy Squad planner visit and city preapproval.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of St. Louis Park Building and Energy Department
- Permit fee
- One plumbing appliance in a single-family home: $85 + $1 state surcharge = $86. Putting in one fuel-burning appliance with its gas piping is a $100 + $1 mechanical permit (2026 fee schedule).
- Who gets the permit
- A plumbing contractor licensed in Minnesota, or an owner doing plumbing on a home they own and live in (homeowner exemption, Minn. Stat. 326B.46).
- Electric utility
- Xcel Energy
- Gas utility
- CenterPoint Energy
- Water
- City of St. Louis Park Public Works - Utilities (nine groundwater wells, 485 to 1,095 feet deep)
- Rebate worth checking
- Climate Champions for Homes cost share (heat pump water heaters) (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 1965 (median) · 58% 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 St. Louis Park averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in St. Louis Park
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit feeOne plumbing appliance in a single-family home: $85 + $1 state surcharge = $86. Putting in one fuel-burning appliance with its gas piping is a $100 + $1 mechanical permit (2026 fee schedule).. City of St. Louis Park Building and Energy Department fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price6 of the companies listed for St. Louis Park 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. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no St. Louis Park average is shown.
What can change the price in St. Louis Park?
Other plumbing or mechanical work is $85 + 1.75% of the job value plus a 0.0005 surcharge, and a 35% plan review charge when it applies. One fuel-burning appliance with its gas piping is a $101 mechanical permit.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in St. Louis Park?
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 St. Louis Park 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 St. Louis Park 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 St. Louis Park 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 St. Louis Park 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 St. Louis Park 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 St. Louis Park 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 St. Louis Park 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 St. Louis Park 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.
Ryan Plumbing & Heating
Lists St. Louis Park 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 St. Louis Park 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 St. Louis Park 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 ST. LOUIS PARK
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN ST. LOUIS PARK
What St. Louis Park homes are like.
1965Median year built
66%Built before 1980
58%Owner-occupied
71%Heat with utility gas
53%Single-family homes
About 66% of homes were built before 1980. Older homes often have older venting, smaller closets and shutoff valves that should be checked before install day.
71% 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 St. Louis Park.
Get approved before you install a heat pump water heater
To get the Climate Champions match, you need a Home Energy Squad planner visit within 36 months and city approval before work starts. Jobs finished before approval usually don't qualify. Approved jobs must be done within six months.
Water main flushing and softeners
The city flushes its water mains every spring and fall. It suggests setting your softener to bypass during flushing, because iron bits can briefly discolor the water.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies St. Louis Park homes.
Energy
- Electric: Xcel Energy
- Gas: CenterPoint Energy
St. Louis Park Climate Champions for Homes (requires CenterPoint Energy and Xcel Energy accounts) ↗
Water
City of St. Louis Park Public Works - Utilities (nine groundwater wells, 485 to 1,095 feet deep)
St. Louis Park 2025 Drinking Water Report ↗ · St. Louis Park Drinking Water Reports ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for St. Louis Park homes.
For Xcel Energy and CenterPoint Energy customers in St. Louis Park. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- Climate Champions for Homes cost share (heat pump water heaters) ↗ActiveAfter a Home Energy Squad 'planner' visit and city approval, the city matches 100% of your utility rebate for a heat pump or hybrid water heater (150% for households that meet environmental justice criteria).
- Discounted Home Energy Squad visits ↗ActiveResidents get 50% off Home Energy Squad visits.
- 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 St. Louis Park.
Permits and who issues them
St. Louis Park enforces the Minnesota State Building Code and issues plumbing and mechanical permits. You apply online in ePermits and book inspections in eScheduling. Replacing one plumbing appliance, like a water heater, in a single-family home has a flat one-item fee.
City of St. Louis Park Building and Energy Department ↗ · St. Louis Park Permits page ↗ · St. Louis Park 2026 permit fee schedule ↗ · Minn. Stat. 326B.46 (plumbing licensing, homeowner exemption) ↗
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 St. Louis Park.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hopkins | 3 mi | Required | — | Xcel Energy |
| Golden Valley | 3 mi | Required | By job value (from $500) | Xcel Energy |
| Edina | 4 mi | Required | By job value (from $200) | Xcel Energy |
| Minnetonka | 5 mi | Required | By job value (from $77) | Xcel Energy |
| Minneapolis | 5 mi | Required | $85.20 | Xcel Energy |
| Robbinsdale | 6 mi | Required | $125 | Xcel Energy |
COMMON QUESTIONS
St. Louis Park water heater questions.
How much is a water heater permit in St. Louis Park?
$86: $85 plus a $1 state surcharge for one plumbing appliance in a single-family home, under the 2026 fee schedule.
Does St. Louis Park help pay for a heat pump water heater?
Yes. Its Climate Champions program matches 100% of your utility rebate, or 150% for households that meet environmental justice criteria. You need a Home Energy Squad planner visit and city approval first, and money is limited.
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