Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN BEDFORD
Bedford Water Heater
Replacement
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Replacing a water heater in Bedford.
Bedford says plainly that plumbing work, including water heaters, needs a permit, and the work must be done by a contractor licensed by the state and registered with the city. Oncor delivers power. Most of the water is Lake Arlington water bought from the Trinity River Authority, which tested at 110 ppm hardness in 2025.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of Bedford Development / Building Inspections Division
- Who gets the permit
- Contractors licensed by the State of Texas and registered with the City of Bedford. We didn't find rules for homeowners.
- Electric utility
- Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer
- Gas utility
- Atmos Energy
- Water
- City of Bedford (surface water purchased from the Trinity River Authority's Tarrant County Water Supply Project, plus two city Trinity Aquifer wells) · Total hardness 110 ppm as CaCO3 (about 6.4 gpg) in a Trinity River Authority sample from 2/27/2025; 2025 Bedford Water Quality Report
- Rebate worth checking
- Oncor Marketplace – Heat Pump Water Heater Retailer Coupon (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 1983 (median) · 51% 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 Bedford averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Bedford
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local company’s advertised price2 of the companies listed for Bedford post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric, Berkeys Plumbing, A/C & Electrical. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Bedford average is shown.
What can change the price in Bedford?
Any gas or propane line work needs a plumbing permit. Electrical work like panel upgrades or new outlets needs its own permit, and so does mechanical work (HVAC units, new ducts, exhaust fans).
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Bedford?
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 →
Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric
Lists Bedford among the areas it serves. Based in Dallas.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Water heater special: 'Get a New Tank Water Heater for only $1,799 with Installation and Warranties' — '$1,799 (Total) OR starting at $83 per month'; fine print says price applies to standard installation only and may vary by unit size, home layout or code requirements, residential only (fine print also references a $1,999 price / $95 monthly on 24-month 9.99% APR financing).
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised same-day or next-day replacement, punctual technicians and clean, code-compliant installs.
Worth knowing A customer said a tankless quote did not reflect a 15% membership discount three employees promised; Baker Brothers replied it would call to resolve it, with no final outcome shown.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Dallas
Lists Bedford among the areas it serves. Based in Plano.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback No water heater praise found in the sources checked.
Worth knowing A BBB complainant said an unapproved $287.88 maintenance renewal was charged after a water heater purchase; the company said it refunded the charge.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Berkeys Plumbing, A/C & Electrical
Lists Bedford among the areas it serves. Based in Southlake.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Water heater special: brand-new gas or electric 40 or 50 gal. tank water heater, $1,975 each with 8-year parts & 1-year labor warranty (garage installation); a second tier at $2,495 each with 12-year parts & labor warranty. Fine print: limited time, attic access fee not included, residential only, subject to change.
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised professional installers, next-day or same-day replacement and help arranging the city inspection.
Worth knowing One reviewer said a multi-project job included a water heater set to scalding and unrepaired drywall; another said they were charged $1,075 for water heater drain work when they had called about an A/C drain.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Dallas Plumbing & Air Conditioning
Lists Bedford among the areas it serves. Based in Dallas.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised a same-day water heater replacement completed within hours and clear explanations during annual water heater flushes.
Worth knowing BBB complainants said a $13,000 replacement was sold over the phone for an elderly parent and that a $1,600 deposit on a cancelled replacement took over two months to refund; the company defended its upfront pricing and confirmed the refund was processed April 12, 2025.
6 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Frymire Home Services
Lists Bedford among the areas it serves. Based in Dallas.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A reviewer praised a technician who fixed a tankless water heater and adjusted its temperature on request.
Worth knowing A reviewer said follow-up work on newly installed water heaters, including a gas-smell call, cost around $1,000 and did not find the inside leak; they reported a 50% refund.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Fort Worth
Lists Bedford among the areas it serves. Based in Fort Worth.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback No water heater praise found in the sources checked.
Worth knowing A reviewer said a heater installed about 14 months earlier stopped working because of faulty wiring and that the company quoted over $350 to fix it after the one-year install warranty had expired; no company response was shown.
1 water heater review read, checked September 29, 2026.
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (Dallas)
Lists Bedford among the areas it serves. Based in Dallas.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Company-hosted testimonials praise a prompt weekend tankless repair and clear explanations from technicians.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked; the only accounts found are testimonials chosen by the company.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Order: companies based in Bedford 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. Texas plumbing license lookup ↗.
FROM COMPANIES SERVING BEDFORD
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN BEDFORD
What Bedford homes are like.
1983Median year built
38%Built before 1980
51%Owner-occupied
26%Heat with utility gas
58%Single-family homes
The median home was built in 1983. A first or second replacement is common in homes this age.
72% of homes heat with electricity, which usually means an electric water heater. It’s worth getting a price on a heat pump model too.
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 Bedford.
Inspections only through the online portal
Since July 1, 2023, Bedford accepts inspection requests only through its online portal.
Mostly lake water, some well water
In 2025 Bedford bought about 2.67 billion gallons of Lake Arlington water from the Trinity River Authority (TRA) and pumped about 87.5 million gallons from its own wells.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Bedford homes.
Energy
- Electric: Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer (Power to Choose shows only Oncor for ZIPs 76021 and 76022)
- Gas: Atmos Energy
Texas PUC Power to Choose plan data for ZIP 76021 (company_tdu_name field) ↗ · Texas PUC Power to Choose plan data for ZIP 76022 (company_tdu_name field) ↗ · Atmos Energy Mid-Tex Division tariff - Section II, Cities and Counties Served (Mar 2023) ↗
Water
City of Bedford (surface water purchased from the Trinity River Authority's Tarrant County Water Supply Project, plus two city Trinity Aquifer wells): Total hardness 110 ppm as CaCO3 (about 6.4 gpg) in a Trinity River Authority sample from 2/27/2025; 2025 Bedford Water Quality Report
Bedford Water Quality Reports page ↗ · 2025 Bedford Water Quality Report (PDF) ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Bedford homes.
For Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer and Atmos Energy customers in Bedford. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- Oncor Marketplace – Heat Pump Water Heater Retailer Coupon ↗Active$500-off coupon for an ENERGY STAR heat pump water heater, reserved through the Oncor Marketplace and used at participating retailers (Home Depot or Lowe's, online or in store).
- Federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (25C) ↗EndedCovered improvements made through December 31, 2025.
Checked September 29, 2026. Who qualifies and the conditions: Texas rebates · How to check an incentive.
PERMITS & LICENSING
Permits and licenses in Bedford.
Permits and who issues them
Bedford says plumbing work, including water heaters, needs a permit. Permits and all inspection requests go through the city's OpenGov online portal. Since July 1, 2023, you can't request inspections by email.
Yes. Plumbing, mechanical, electrical and gas contractors need a Texas license and must be registered with the City of Bedford. The city posts lists of registered contractors.
City of Bedford Development / Building Inspections Division ↗ · Bedford: When is a Residential Building Permit Required? ↗ · Bedford Building Inspection ↗ · Bedford OpenGov plumbing permit record type ↗
Check the installer’s license
Ask for the license number and search it yourself on the Texas plumbing license lookup ↗. A listing on Ember & Tank is not a license check. Texas licensing explained →
NEARBY CITIES
Compare places near Bedford.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurst | 3 mi | Required | $60 | Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer |
| Colleyville | 3 mi | Required | $100 | Oncor, Tri-County Electric Cooperative |
| Euless | 3 mi | Required | — | Oncor |
| North Richland Hills | 5 mi | Required | $17 | Oncor (delivery) |
| Watauga | 7 mi | Required | $70 | Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer |
| Grapevine | 7 mi | Required | $37 | Oncor (delivery) |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Bedford water heater questions.
Does Bedford require a permit for a water heater?
Yes. The city lists plumbing, including water heaters, as work that needs a permit.
Who can do the work?
The city says the contractor must be licensed by the State of Texas and registered with the City of Bedford.
How hard is Bedford's water?
Trinity River Authority water tested in February 2025 had a hardness of 110 ppm (about 6.4 grains per gallon).
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