Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN GRANDVIEW
Grandview Water Heater
Replacement
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Replacing a water heater in Grandview.
Grandview has its own $50 water heater permit. Apply on the city's online portal, either through a contractor with a Grandview occupational license or as a homeowner who signs a waiver to do the work yourself. Grandview gets power from Evergy and gas from Spire. Water comes from Jackson County PWSD No. 1, which resells Tri-County Water Authority water at about 141 mg/L hardness.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of Grandview Community Development, Building Services Division
- Permit fee
- Water heater permit: $50 flat (Building Services Fees page). The city says amounts may change; call 816-316-4952 for the current fees.
- Who gets the permit
- A contractor with a Grandview occupational license, or the owner of a single-family home. For plumbing, mechanical or electrical work, the homeowner must show they plan to do the work themselves and sign a waiver during the application (Code 6-10.3).
- Electric utility
- Evergy
- Gas utility
- Spire
- Water
- Jackson County Public Water Supply District No. 1 (buys pretreated water from Tri-County Water Authority) · 141 mg/L (listed as carbonate hardness for the Tri-County Water Authority supply, about 8.2 grains per gallon), sampled 5/15/2023, in the district's 2025 Annual Water Quality Report.
- Rebate worth checking
- Missouri IRA Home Energy Rebates (HOMES and HEAR) (Not launched)
- Typical home
- Built 1973 (median) · 49% 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 Grandview averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Grandview
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit feeWater heater permit: $50 flat (Building Services Fees page). The city says amounts may change; call 816-316-4952 for the current fees.. City of Grandview Community Development, Building Services Division fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price3 of the companies listed for Grandview post water heater prices or specials on their websites: KC Water Heaters, Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Kansas City, Service Experts Kansas City. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Grandview average is shown.
What can change the price in Grandview?
General plumbing, mechanical and electrical permits are at least $75 for jobs up to $2,000, plus $6.75 for each extra $1,000. Re-inspections are $75.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Grandview?
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 →
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Kansas City
Lists Grandview among the areas it serves. Based in 712 SW 6th St, Lee's Summit, MO 64081.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback No water-heater-specific praise was found in the sources checked.
Worth knowing Yelp reviewers alleged a leaking new water heater that cost $3,000, a loose drain after a coupon flush, and upselling on healthy water heaters; the company replied to the flush complaint, saying it would have come back to tighten the drain.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Dragonfly Heating, Cooling & Plumbing
Lists Grandview among the areas it serves. Based in 3004 US-40, Suite C, Blue Springs, MO 64015 (second shop: 6500 W 110th St, Suite 101, Overland Park, KS 66211).
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Testimonials praised quick estimates before work, prompt scheduling, and a technician who pursued a manufacturer warranty claim on his own time.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Hamilton Plumbing, Heating, A/C & Rooter
Lists Grandview among the areas it serves. Based in 8155 Lenexa Dr, Overland Park, KS 66214.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Customers praised a meticulous, polite plumber, same-day consultation and installation, and a quick emergency response to a leaking water heater.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
KC Water Heaters
Lists Grandview among the areas it serves. Based in Kansas City, KS 66106 (city/ZIP per Houzz profile; no street address on company site).
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
Published price:
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback The one reviewer praised the owner as knowledgeable and fair, and a fast, easy water heater install with no sales pitch.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
1 water heater review read, checked September 30, 2026.
Snake 'n' Rooter Plumbing Company
Lists Grandview among the areas it serves. Based in 3370 NE Ralph Powell Rd, Lee's Summit, MO 64064.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback The one testimonial praised a technician who explained everything and stayed professional and upbeat through a long, complicated replacement.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked; the testimonial itself describes a replacement that took almost 7 hours because the first heater was too big and the right fittings had to be fetched.
1 water heater review read, checked September 30, 2026.
Summit Heating, Cooling & Plumbing
Lists Grandview among the areas it serves. Based in 1455 Iron St., North Kansas City, MO 64116 (second office: 7331 W 80th St Suite B, Overland Park, KS 66204).
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback The one reviewer called the company very professional for a tankless water heater, furnace and AC installation.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked; the reviewer said the job cost a lot.
1 water heater review read, checked September 30, 2026.
What the reviews say
We haven’t found reviews that mention this company’s water heater work yet.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Kansas City
Lists Grandview among the areas it serves. Based in Kansas City, MO (street address not shown on franchise pages checked).
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price:
What the reviews say
We haven’t found reviews that mention this company’s water heater work yet.
Service Experts Kansas City
Lists Grandview among the areas it serves. Based in 9040 Cody Street, Overland Park, KS 66214 (local branch of national company).
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price:
What the reviews say
We haven’t found reviews that mention this company’s water heater work yet.
Order: companies based in Grandview 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 GRANDVIEW
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN GRANDVIEW
What Grandview homes are like.
1973Median year built
68%Built before 1980
49%Owner-occupied
60%Heat with utility gas
67%Single-family homes
About 68% of homes were built before 1980. Older homes often have older venting, smaller closets and shutoff valves that should be checked before install day.
60% of homes heat with utility gas, so gas water heaters with existing venting are common here.
Only 49% of homes are owner-occupied. Renters should ask the landlord or property manager; replacing the heater is usually the owner’s decision.
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 Grandview.
Water from a county district, not the city
Water and sewer bills in Grandview come from Jackson County Public Water Supply District No. 1, which serves nearly the whole city (about 9,000 connections) with water bought from Tri-County Water Authority.
Grandview New Resident Guide ↗ · Jackson County PWSD No. 1 - Your Water ↗
2018 codes
Grandview uses the 2018 International Residential, Plumbing, Mechanical, Fuel Gas and Energy Conservation codes and the 2017 National Electrical Code.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Grandview homes.
Water
Jackson County Public Water Supply District No. 1 (buys pretreated water from Tri-County Water Authority): 141 mg/L (listed as carbonate hardness for the Tri-County Water Authority supply, about 8.2 grains per gallon), sampled 5/15/2023, in the district's 2025 Annual Water Quality Report.
Grandview New Resident Guide ↗ · Jackson County PWSD No. 1 - Your Water ↗ · Jackson County PWSD 1 2025 Annual Water Quality Report ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Grandview homes.
For Evergy and Spire customers in Grandview. 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 Grandview.
Permits and who issues them
Grandview's Building Services fee list has its own Water Heater permit, and the division issues mechanical, electrical, sewer and plumbing permits. Apply on the city's online Permit Application Portal; contractors must set up an account first.
Yes. Contractors need a Grandview occupational license before permits can be processed and issued. Business licenses are $50 a year.
City of Grandview Community Development, Building Services Division ↗ · Grandview Building Permits ↗ · Grandview Building Services Fees ↗ · Grandview Building Services Division ↗
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 Grandview.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belton | 4 mi | Required | By job value (from $42) | Evergy |
| Raymore | 6 mi | Required | $45 | Evergy |
| Lee's Summit | 8 mi | Check with city | $52 | Evergy |
| Raytown | 8 mi | Check with city | By job value (from $25) | Evergy |
| Blue Springs | 16 mi | Required | By job value (from $31.73) | Evergy |
| Independence | 17 mi | Required | $50 | Independence Power & Light (IPL) |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Grandview water heater questions.
How much is a water heater permit in Grandview?
$50, from the city's Building Services fee list. The city says amounts may change; call 816-316-4952 for the current fees.
Can a homeowner pull the permit?
Yes, for a single-family home. For plumbing work, you must show you'll do the work yourself and sign a waiver.
Who supplies water in Grandview?
Jackson County Public Water Supply District No. 1, which buys pretreated water from Tri-County Water Authority.
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