Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN BOULDER CITY
Boulder City Water Heater
Replacement
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Replacing a water heater in Boulder City.
Yes, you need a permit in Boulder City, but it's a quick $50 express permit (2020 schedule). After an emergency swap, contractors can file it the next business day. The city runs its own electric utility, which pays a $200 rebate for adding solar water heating to an electric heater. City water averages about 17 grains per gallon.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of Boulder City Community Development, Building and Safety Division
- Permit fee
- $50 per water heater, for replacements only, including the $40 issuance fee (fee schedule effective August 3, 2020).
- Who gets the permit
- A licensed contractor with a Boulder City business license, or an owner who lives in the home and acts as their own contractor.
- Electric utility
- City of Boulder City (municipal electric utility)
- Gas utility
- Southwest Gas
- Water
- City of Boulder City (water purchased from the Southern Nevada Water Authority, Lake Mead source) · approximately 290 ppm (17 gpg) average, 2026 Water Quality Report
- Rebate worth checking
- Solar Water Heater Rebate (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 1981 (median) · 78% owner-occupied
- Companies found
- 6 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 Boulder City averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Boulder City
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit fee$50 per water heater, for replacements only, including the $40 issuance fee (fee schedule effective August 3, 2020).. City of Boulder City Community Development, Building and Safety Division fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price3 of the companies listed for Boulder City post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Las Vegas, Sunrise Service Cooling, Heating, & Plumbing, Water Wise Plumbing. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Boulder City average is shown.
What can change the price in Boulder City?
The 2020 schedule lists a separate $70 permit for a gas line or pressure test. The $50 water heater fee covers replacement only.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Boulder City?
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 Las Vegas
Lists Boulder City among the areas it serves. Based in 7705 Commercial Way, Suite 115, Henderson, NV 89011 (Benjamin Franklin Plumbing franchise).
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupon: '$250 Off Tankless' (valid at participating locations; restrictions apply)
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Yelp reviewers praised a professional, well-explained water heater installation.
Worth knowing One Yelp reviewer said a $2,500 water heater replacement quote was about double another company's (the business replied that pricing varies by equipment, code and warranty); another said a technician damaged the water heater, charged nearly $300 without a fix and no supervisor called back about a refund.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Desert Water Heaters
Lists Boulder City among the areas it serves. Based in 8365 Eastgate Rd., Henderson, NV 89015.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Yelp reviewers praised fast response, clear explanations and professional installers for water heater repairs and replacements.
Worth knowing A Yelp reviewer said a water heater sensor replacement was overpriced, another alleged a warranty misstatement and labor charge on a tank swap (the company said the technician mistakenly said the tank was covered), and a BBB complainant said a $400 tankless descaling visit did not fix the unit; the company said it would refund the customer in full.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Lee's Air, Plumbing & Heating
Lists Boulder City among the areas it serves. Based in Las Vegas office: 6185 S Valley View Blvd, Suite R, Las Vegas, NV 89118 (company also lists locations in CA, AZ, TX and OK).
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback BBB reviewers praised an on-time technician who fixed a water heater and a thorough water tank service with clear advice.
Worth knowing One BBB reviewer called a $16,000 quote to change a $2,600 water heater a scam; no company response was visible.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Sunrise Service Cooling, Heating, & Plumbing
Lists Boulder City among the areas it serves. Based in 7380 Commercial Way, Henderson, NV 89011.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: States a standard 50-gallon gas tank installation across the Las Vegas Valley 'generally runs $1,400 to $2,100' (described as market ranges, not a quote); '$100 off when we haul away your old tank'
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Company-hosted testimonials praised fast Easter Sunday response, clear explanation of choices and maintenance advice.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 30, 2026.
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (Las Vegas)
Lists Boulder City among the areas it serves. Based in Las Vegas location: 2901 S Highland Dr, Bldg 12C, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (national Roto-Rooter brand).
- 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.
Water Wise Plumbing
Lists Boulder City among the areas it serves. Based in Las Vegas, NV 89148.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Promo: mention 'WISEONE' when booking for 10% off any work; free estimates for all plumbing projects
What the reviews say
We haven’t found reviews that mention this company’s water heater work yet.
Order: companies based in Boulder City 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. Nevada State Contractors Board license search ↗.
FROM COMPANIES SERVING BOULDER CITY
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN BOULDER CITY
What Boulder City homes are like.
1981Median year built
49%Built before 1980
78%Owner-occupied
57%Heat with utility gas
72%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.
57% 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 Boulder City.
Separate business license
Contractors working in Boulder City need a city business license here, because the valley-wide Las Vegas business license doesn't cover Boulder City.
Emergency swaps
Water heater replacement is on Boulder City's express permit list. After emergency work, you can apply the next business day.
Boulder City Notice to Industry: Emergency Repairs and Express Permits (March 4, 2025) ↗
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Boulder City homes.
Energy
- Electric: City of Boulder City (municipal electric utility) (most power comes from hydroelectric dams at Hoover Dam and Glen Canyon Dam)
- Gas: Southwest Gas (Southwest Gas's Nevada tariff lists Boulder City as a service area)
City of Boulder City Utility Services ↗ · Southwest Gas Nevada gas tariff (service area descriptions) ↗
Water
City of Boulder City (water purchased from the Southern Nevada Water Authority, Lake Mead source): approximately 290 ppm (17 gpg) average, 2026 Water Quality Report
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Boulder City homes.
For City of Boulder City (municipal electric utility) and Southwest Gas customers in Boulder City. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- Solar Water Heater Rebate ↗ActiveA flat $200 for adding an SRCC-certified solar water heating system (at least 40 gallons of solar storage) to an existing electric water heater.
- Utility Rebate Program (heat pumps, thermostats) ↗ActiveRebates under Resolution 7573 (January 2023) for air source and ductless heat pumps, central A/C, smart thermostats and irrigation controllers, first come, first served while money lasts.
- Nevada Whole Home Tankless Natural Gas Water Heater Rebate ↗Active$175 for an ENERGY STAR whole-home natural gas tankless water heater with UEF above 0.90.
- Nevada Home Energy Rebates (HOMES and HEAR) ↗Not launchedNevada is eligible for about $48.2M (HOMES) and $47.9M (HEAR) in IRA funds.
- Federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (25C) ↗EndedCovered improvements made through December 31, 2025.
Checked September 30, 2026. Who qualifies and the conditions: Nevada rebates · How to check an incentive.
PERMITS & LICENSING
Permits and licenses in Boulder City.
Permits and who issues them
In Boulder City, water heater replacement is an 'express permit': no plans, and you apply on the city's online portal. Under a March 2025 city notice, contractors who replace a heater in an emergency can apply the next business day after the work.
Boulder City isn't part of the Las Vegas Valley shared business license, so contractors need a Boulder City business license before they can get permits.
City of Boulder City Community Development, Building and Safety Division ↗ · City of Boulder City Permit Submittals ↗ · City of Boulder City Permit Fee Schedule and Valuation Table (effective August 3, 2020) ↗ · Boulder City Notice to Industry: Emergency Repairs and Express Permits (March 4, 2025) ↗
Check the installer’s license
Ask for the license number and search it yourself on the Nevada State Contractors Board license search ↗. A listing on Ember & Tank is not a license check. Nevada licensing explained →
NEARBY CITIES
Compare places near Boulder City.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henderson | 13 mi | Required | $81 | NV Energy |
| Paradise | 21 mi | Required (county) | $56.57 | NV Energy |
| North Las Vegas | 32 mi | Required | $80 | NV Energy |
| Las Vegas | 33 mi | Required | $77 | NV Energy |
| Mesquite | 80 mi | Required | By job value (from $40) | Overton Power District No. 5 |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Boulder City water heater questions.
Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in Boulder City?
Yes. It's an express permit with no plans. In an emergency, you can apply the next business day after the work.
City of Boulder City Permit Submittals ↗ · Boulder City Notice to Industry: Emergency Repairs and Express Permits (March 4, 2025) ↗
How much is the permit?
$50 per water heater for a replacement, including the $40 issuance fee, from the fee schedule effective August 3, 2020.
City of Boulder City Permit Fee Schedule and Valuation Table (effective August 3, 2020) ↗
Are there local rebates?
Boulder City's electric utility pays $200 for a certified solar water heating system added to an existing electric water heater. It has no rebate for heat pump water heaters.
City of Boulder City Solar Water Heaters rebate ↗ · City of Boulder City Utility Rebate Program ↗
How hard is Boulder City water?
Hard: about 17 grains per gallon (290 ppm) on average, from the 2026 Water Quality Report.
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