Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN BURLESON
Burleson Water Heater
Replacement
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Replacing a water heater in Burleson.
Burleson lists water heaters as work that needs a permit. A plumber registered with the city files it on a one-trade application. Burleson's water comes from Fort Worth and had 108-150 ppm (6-9 gpg) hardness in the 2025 report. The city also offers a rebate for a pressure reducing valve on older homes where water pressure is over 80 psi.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of Burleson Building Permits & Inspections
- Who gets the permit
- Plumbers must be registered with the City of Burleson (state license, driver's license and registration form). The pages we read don't say whether homeowners can pull permits.
- Electric utility
- Oncor and United Cooperative Services
- Water
- City of Burleson (treated water purchased from the City of Fort Worth) · 108-150 ppm total hardness (6-9 grains per gallon), 2025 Drinking Water Quality Report
- Rebate worth checking
- Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV) Rebate Program (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 2002 (median) · 72% 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 Burleson averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Burleson
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local company’s advertised price5 of the companies listed for Burleson post water heater prices or specials on their websites: KMP Plumbing, Heating & Air (Kennedale Mansfield Plumbing), Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Fort Worth, Berkeys Plumbing, A/C & Electrical, Milestone Electric, A/C & Plumbing. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Burleson average is shown.
What can change the price in Burleson?
Mechanical, electrical, propane (liquefied petroleum gas) and plumbing work each need a permit, and so does installing a pressure reducing valve.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Burleson?
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 →
KMP Plumbing, Heating & Air (Kennedale Mansfield Plumbing)
Lists Burleson among the areas it serves. Based in Burleson.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: '$45 Off' coupon for new customers shown on the water heater replacement page (no water heater install price published).
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised a Friday-night replacement finished after 10 p.m., a careful Rinnai tankless install at what the reviewer called a reasonable price, and knowledgeable, friendly technicians.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked; the company's widget filters out lower-rated reviews.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric
Lists Burleson 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 Fort Worth
Lists Burleson among the areas it serves. Based in Mansfield.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupon: '$409 Off a tankless water heater installation; Company supplied water heater; No cash value' (also $50 off plumbing repairs of $250+).
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback No water heater praise found in the sources checked.
Worth knowing One reviewer disputed a $99 fee and a leak-repair quote (no response visible); another disputed the timing of tankless descaling under a maintenance plan, and the business reply disputed their account.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Berkeys Plumbing, A/C & Electrical
Lists Burleson 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.
Milestone Electric, A/C & Plumbing
Lists Burleson among the areas it serves.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Water heater page banner: 'Water Heaters Now $100 Off' (no base price published).
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback No water heater praise found in the sources checked.
Worth knowing One customer said a replacement was installed without a required expansion tank; Milestone said the prior setup hid the need, offered a paid quote, and the customer rejected its response.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Fort Worth
Lists Burleson 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 Burleson 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 Burleson 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 BURLESON
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN BURLESON
What Burleson homes are like.
2002Median year built
19%Built before 1980
72%Owner-occupied
18%Heat with utility gas
83%Single-family homes
About 29% of homes were built since 2010, so many original water heaters are reaching the age when replacement planning makes sense.
81% 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 Burleson.
High water pressure in older areas
Burleson changed water pressure in parts of its system. Homes built before 2000 (Mountain Valley zone) or before 2007 (Upper zone) may get more than 80 psi. The city helps pay for pressure reducing valves installed by registered plumbers.
2021 codes since November 2023
Since November 2, 2023, Burleson has used the 2021 International Plumbing, Fuel Gas, Mechanical, Residential and Energy Conservation codes, with local changes.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Burleson homes.
Energy
- Electric: Oncor (Delivers power where you choose your electricity company)
- Electric: United Cooperative Services (Electric co-op that serves part of the city)
City of Burleson: FAQs (street lights maintained by Oncor and United Cooperative Services) ↗
Water
City of Burleson (treated water purchased from the City of Fort Worth): 108-150 ppm total hardness (6-9 grains per gallon), 2025 Drinking Water Quality Report
City of Burleson: Water & Wastewater ↗ · City of Burleson: 2025 Drinking Water Quality Report (PDF) ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Burleson homes.
For Oncor and United Cooperative Services customers in Burleson. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV) Rebate Program ↗ActiveA one-time rebate for a whole-house pressure reducing valve (PRV) on older homes where pressure is over 80 psi: homes in the Mountain Valley zone built before 2000 or the Upper zone built before 2007.
- 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 Burleson.
Permits and who issues them
Burleson lists water heaters and plumbing work as needing permits. Plumbing work uses the city's One Trade Permit Application, which asks what the job is worth. Permits are handled at 135 W Ellison St, Suite 109 (817-426-9632) and through the eTRAKiT portal.
Yes. Burleson requires electricians, mechanical, plumbing and irrigation contractors, backflow testers and fire prevention contractors to register. Plumbers send a copy of their state license, driver's license and the registration form. No fee is listed for plumbers.
City of Burleson Building Permits & Inspections ↗ · City of Burleson: Permit Information ↗ · City of Burleson: One Trade Permit Application (PDF) ↗ · City of Burleson: FAQs (contractor registration) ↗ · City of Burleson: Building Permits & Inspections ↗
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 Burleson.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crowley | 5 mi | Required | — | Oncor (delivery) |
| Rendon | 7 mi | Not required (conditions apply) (county) | — | Retail electric choice; Oncor delivery |
| Forest Hill | 11 mi | Required | $65 | Retail electric choice; Oncor delivery |
| Cleburne | 12 mi | Required | $11 | Competitive retail (Power to Choose), United Cooperative Services |
| Mansfield | 13 mi | Required | $75 | Retail electric choice; Oncor delivery |
| Benbrook | 14 mi | Required | $75 | Oncor |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Burleson water heater questions.
Does Burleson require a permit to replace a water heater?
Yes. Water heaters are on the city's list of work that needs a permit. Use the One Trade Permit Application (plumbing) or the eTRAKiT portal, or call 817-426-9632.
City of Burleson: Permit Information ↗ · City of Burleson: One Trade Permit Application (PDF) ↗
How hard is Burleson's water?
The 2025 Drinking Water Quality Report lists hardness of 108-150 ppm, about 6-9 grains per gallon. The City of Fort Worth treats the water.
City of Burleson: 2025 Drinking Water Quality Report (PDF) ↗
Can I get help with high water pressure in Burleson?
Yes, if your older home is over 80 psi and qualifies, you can get a one-time city rebate for a pressure reducing valve. A Burleson-registered plumber must install it under a plumbing permit.
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