Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN BALLWIN
Ballwin Water Heater
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Replacing a water heater in Ballwin.
Ballwin issues its own plumbing permits, and a water heater has its own permit type on the MyGov portal, which every application has gone through since November 2025. Plumbers need a Ballwin contractor's license plus an active St. Louis County license. Homes get electricity from Ameren Missouri, gas from Spire and water from Missouri American Water.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of Ballwin Code Enforcement / Inspections Department
- Who gets the permit
- Contractors need a Ballwin contractor's license and, for plumbing permits, an active St. Louis County license in their trade. The city pages we checked don't mention a homeowner plumbing permit.
- Electric utility
- Ameren Missouri
- Gas utility
- Spire
- Water
- Missouri American Water · Missouri River facilities up to 164 mg/L as CaCO3 (range 82–164); Meramec River facilities up to 150 mg/L (range 60–150); about 9.6 and 8.8 gpg at the highs; 2025 report
- Rebate worth checking
- Missouri IRA Home Energy Rebates (HOMES and HEAR) (Not launched)
- Typical home
- Built 1976 (median) · 84% owner-occupied
- Companies found
- 9 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 Ballwin averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Ballwin
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local company’s advertised price1 of the companies listed for Ballwin post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Hoffmann Brothers. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Ballwin average is shown.
What can change the price in Ballwin?
The city has separate electrical and mechanical permits for homes. Finishing a basement usually also needs mechanical, electrical and plumbing permits.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Ballwin?
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 →
Beis Plumbing
Lists Ballwin among the areas it serves. Based in 280 Vance Rd, Valley Park, MO 63088.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Customers praised same-day water heater replacements, code updates explained clearly, careful cleanup and responsive office staff.
Worth knowing Reviewers alleged problems after water heater installs, including ceiling water damage from a misrouted line that the company would not repair, an incorrect installation that caused corrosion and leaking, and dismissive service-manager follow-up; no company responses were visible on these reviews.
6 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Hoffmann Brothers
Lists Ballwin among the areas it serves. Based in 3700 Rider Trail S, Suite 100, Earth City, MO 63045 (other St. Louis-area offices: 1643 Tower Grove Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110; 2043 Woodland Pkwy, Suite 100, St Louis, MO 63146; 1254 University Drive, Suite 800, Edwardsville, IL 62025).
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
Published price:
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Customers praised quick replacements (often same or next day), clean installs with floor protection, clear explanations of options, warranties and rebates, and no pushy selling.
Worth knowing A 2026 BBB reviewer said a $927 water heater repair failed, the unit was replaced for about $4,000, and the company credited $450 only after back-and-forth; another reviewer said the company was not the cheapest.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Kirkwood Plumbing
Lists Ballwin among the areas it serves. Based in 248 Grand Ave, Kirkwood, MO 63122.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Testimonials praised an on-time, code-compliant water heater install and a fast same-morning repair.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked; one testimonial described the install as quite pricey, citing the customer's choice of heater and upgrades.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Linek Plumbing Company
Lists Ballwin among the areas it serves. Based in 24 Kirkham Industrial Ct, Webster Groves, MO 63119.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Testimonials praised careful floor protection and cleanup, clear communication, and the office finding a same-day crew after a scheduling mix-up.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised kind, knowledgeable plumbers, a temporary fix that restored hot water until replacement, and pricing they considered fair.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Performance Plumbing
Lists Ballwin among the areas it serves. Based in 1104 S Callahan Rd, Wentzville, MO 63385.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Customers praised on-time, tidy water heater replacements at a fair price, clear explanations, and no-pressure estimates.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Superior Service
Lists Ballwin among the areas it serves. Based in 101 Stag Industrial Blvd., Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367 (second location: 17722 Chesterfield Airport Rd., Chesterfield, MO 63005).
- Tank
- Tankless
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised a well-done gas water heater installation and a technician who caught water heater corrosion during routine maintenance.
Worth knowing A 2025 BBB complaint alleged a water heater and drain-pan install that was never tested and later let water leak into a neighbor's unit, and that Superior charged a $100 visit fee and would not correct it; Superior responded that the work was permitted, passed inspection, excluded the existing drain system, and that the overflow came from equipment it never serviced (listed as Answered).
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Faszold Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical (Faszold Service Co.)
Lists Ballwin among the areas it serves. Based in 1613 East Terra Ln, O’Fallon, MO 63366.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
We haven’t found reviews that mention this company’s water heater work yet.
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (St. Louis)
Lists Ballwin among the areas it serves. Based in 2671 Washington Ave, St Louis, MO 63103 (local branch of national company).
- 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.
Order: companies based in Ballwin 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. Missouri has no statewide plumbing license (check your city or county) ↗.
FROM COMPANIES SERVING BALLWIN
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN BALLWIN
What Ballwin homes are like.
1976Median year built
59%Built before 1980
84%Owner-occupied
85%Heat with utility gas
88%Single-family homes
About 59% of homes were built before 1980. Older homes often have older venting, smaller closets and shutoff valves that should be checked before install day.
85% 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 Ballwin.
City inspection before you sell
Ballwin says the city must inspect and approve a house before it's sold. Work done without a permit may need a permit and inspections at that point, so getting a permit when the water heater goes in saves trouble later.
City of Ballwin: Building Permits & Occupancy Inspection Information ↗
Codes moving to 2024 editions
Ballwin uses 2015 codes now and has proposed adopting the 2024 International Plumbing, Residential and Fuel Gas Codes in 2026.
City of Ballwin: Building Permits & Occupancy Inspection Information ↗
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Ballwin homes.
Energy
- Electric: Ameren Missouri
- Gas: Spire
City of Ballwin New Resident Guide 2026 (utility contacts) ↗ · Missouri PSC Utility Locator (St. Louis County / St. Charles / Lincoln / Franklin city list) ↗
Water
Missouri American Water: Missouri River facilities up to 164 mg/L as CaCO3 (range 82–164); Meramec River facilities up to 150 mg/L (range 60–150); about 9.6 and 8.8 gpg at the highs; 2025 report
City of Ballwin New Resident Guide 2026 (utility contacts) ↗ · Missouri American Water St. Louis County/St. Charles County 2025 Annual Water Quality Report ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Ballwin homes.
For Ameren Missouri and Spire customers in Ballwin. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- Missouri IRA Home Energy Rebates (HOMES and HEAR) ↗Not launchedMissouri expects about $76 million for HOMES and $75 million for electrification and appliance rebates.
- Federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (25C) ↗EndedCovered improvements made through December 31, 2025.
Checked September 30, 2026. Who qualifies and the conditions: Missouri rebates · How to check an incentive.
PERMITS & LICENSING
Permits and licenses in Ballwin.
Permits and who issues them
Ballwin issues its own home plumbing permits, including a 'Plumbing Water Heaters' permit, on the MyGov permit portal (all permit applications moved to MyGov on November 1, 2025). Schedule inspections on the portal or by calling City Hall at (636) 227-2129.
Yes. Every contractor working in Ballwin needs a City of Ballwin contractor's license with proof of workers' compensation (or a signed exemption). Anyone pulling a plumbing permit also needs an active St. Louis County license.
City of Ballwin Code Enforcement / Inspections Department ↗ · City of Ballwin: Online Permits and License Renewal (MyGov) ↗ · City of Ballwin: Contractor Licenses ↗ · City of Ballwin: Building Permits & Occupancy Inspection Information ↗
Check the installer’s license
Ask for the license number and search it yourself on the Missouri has no statewide plumbing license (check your city or county) ↗. A listing on Ember & Tank is not a license check. Missouri licensing explained →
NEARBY CITIES
Compare places near Ballwin.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellisville | 2 mi | Required | $12 | Ameren Missouri |
| Manchester | 2 mi | Required | $47 | Ameren Missouri |
| Chesterfield | 5 mi | Required | $47 | Ameren Missouri |
| Town and Country | 5 mi | Required | $47 | Ameren Missouri |
| Wildwood | 6 mi | Required | $47 | Ameren Missouri |
| Kirkwood | 7 mi | Required | — | Kirkwood Electric (municipal), Ameren Missouri |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Ballwin water heater questions.
Where do I get a water heater permit in Ballwin?
From the City of Ballwin on its MyGov permit portal, which has a 'Plumbing Water Heaters' permit for homes.
City of Ballwin: Online Permits and License Renewal (MyGov) ↗
What license does my plumber need in Ballwin?
A City of Ballwin contractor's license plus an active St. Louis County plumbing license.
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