Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN MARYLAND HEIGHTS
Maryland Heights Water Heater
Replacement
Take a photo of your old water heater to start a replacement quote.
Get a water heater quotePhotos optional. No payment or booking.
See what replacement costs ↓MARYLAND HEIGHTS AT A GLANCE
Replacing a water heater in Maryland Heights.
Maryland Heights runs its own plumbing permits instead of using St. Louis County's office. Replacing a water heater up to 120 gallons needs a permit but no plans, and the city's application lists a $50 fee. Homes get electricity from Ameren Missouri, gas from Spire and water from Missouri American Water, whose river water measured up to 164 mg/L hardness in 2025.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of Maryland Heights Community Development Department
- Permit fee
- $50, from the home plumbing permit application (form last revised 2022; we found no newer fee schedule)
- Who gets the permit
- The city's application says only people licensed and bonded in St. Louis County and/or the State of Missouri can do plumbing work, and each plumbing contractor must sign the form. The form doesn't mention a homeowner exception.
- 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 1975 (median) · 57% owner-occupied
- Companies found
- 7 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 Maryland Heights averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Maryland Heights
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit fee$50, from the home plumbing permit application (form last revised 2022; we found no newer fee schedule). City of Maryland Heights Community Development Department fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price1 of the companies listed for Maryland Heights post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Hoffmann Brothers. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Maryland Heights average is shown.
What can change the price in Maryland Heights?
For projects like basement finishes, mechanical, electrical and plumbing work goes on the main building permit. A separate permit is needed only for new electrical service.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Maryland Heights?
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 Maryland Heights 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 Maryland Heights 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.
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 Maryland Heights 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 Maryland Heights 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 Maryland Heights 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 Maryland Heights 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 Maryland Heights 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 MARYLAND HEIGHTS
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN MARYLAND HEIGHTS
What Maryland Heights homes are like.
1975Median year built
61%Built before 1980
57%Owner-occupied
60%Heat with utility gas
56%Single-family homes
About 61% 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.
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 Maryland Heights.
No plans needed for a water heater swap
The city lists replacing a water heater up to and including 120 gallons as a plumbing permit you can get without submitting plans.
Hard river water
Missouri American Water's St. Louis County plants reported total hardness up to 164 mg/L (Missouri River plants) in 2025. That can build up scale in tank water heaters.
Missouri American Water St. Louis County/St. Charles County 2025 Annual Water Quality Report ↗
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Maryland Heights homes.
Energy
- Electric: Ameren Missouri
- Gas: Spire
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
Missouri PSC Utility Locator (St. Louis County / St. Charles / Lincoln / Franklin city list) ↗ · Missouri American Water St. Louis County/St. Charles County 2025 Annual Water Quality Report ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Maryland Heights homes.
For Ameren Missouri and Spire customers in Maryland Heights. 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 Maryland Heights.
Permits and who issues them
Maryland Heights issues its own home plumbing permits. Replacing a water heater up to and including 120 gallons doesn't need plans. If no drawings are needed, email the signed application to mep@marylandheights.com; the permit isn't issued until the city gets the signed form.
Plumbers must be licensed and bonded in St. Louis County and/or the State of Missouri and list their license number on the city application.
City of Maryland Heights Community Development Department ↗ · Maryland Heights: Residential Plumbing Permits ↗ · Maryland Heights Residential Plumbing Permit Application (form dated 2022) ↗ · Maryland Heights: Apply for a License or Permit ↗
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 Maryland Heights.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creve Coeur | 4 mi | Required | $47 | Ameren Missouri |
| St. Ann | 5 mi | Required | $47 | Ameren Missouri |
| Bridgeton | 5 mi | Required | $47 | Ameren Missouri |
| Overland | 6 mi | Check with city | $60 | Ameren Missouri |
| St. Charles | 6 mi | Required | $50 | Ameren Missouri |
| Town and Country | 6 mi | Required | $47 | Ameren Missouri |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Maryland Heights water heater questions.
Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in Maryland Heights?
Yes. The city lists water heater replacement (up to 120 gallons) as a home plumbing permit that can be issued without plans.
How much does the permit cost?
The city's home plumbing permit application lists a $50 fee (form revised 2022).
Maryland Heights Residential Plumbing Permit Application (form dated 2022) ↗
Who can do the work?
The city application says only people licensed and bonded in St. Louis County and/or the State of Missouri can do plumbing work.
Maryland Heights Residential Plumbing Permit Application (form dated 2022) ↗
More guides: Missouri water heater replacement · All local guides