Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN CELINA
Celina Water Heater
Replacement
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Replacing a water heater in Celina.
In Celina, plumbing work on homes goes through a Trade Permit Application, and every contractor must register with the city first. Depending on your address, power comes from Oncor, CoServ or Grayson-Collin Electric. Water is bought from the Upper Trinity Regional Water District.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Check with the city · City of Celina Development Services – Building Services
- Who gets the permit
- The trade application says all general contractors and subcontractors must register with the city before they get a permit. We didn't find rules for homeowners.
- Electric utility
- Oncor (delivery), CoServ Electric and Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative (GCEC)
- Gas utility
- Atmos Energy
- Water
- City of Celina (treated water purchased from Upper Trinity Regional Water District)
- Rebate worth checking
- Oncor Marketplace – Heat Pump Water Heater Retailer Coupon (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 2015 (median) · 93% owner-occupied
- Companies found
- 5 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 Celina averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Celina
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local company’s advertised price2 of the companies listed for Celina post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Milestone Electric, A/C & Plumbing, Crown Plumbing Service. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Celina average is shown.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Celina?
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 Dallas
Lists Celina 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.
Milestone Electric, A/C & Plumbing
Lists Celina 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.
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised same-day or next-day water heater replacement, clear explanations and straightforward pricing.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (Dallas)
Lists Celina 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.
Crown Plumbing Service
Lists Celina among the areas it serves. Based in Prosper.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
Published price: Special offers: '$100 OFF Complete Water Heater Installation' and '$500 off tankless water heater system conversions'; FAQ also cites 5% off for seniors and veterans.
What the reviews say
We haven’t found reviews that mention this company’s water heater work yet.
Order: companies based in Celina 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 CELINA
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN CELINA
What Celina homes are like.
2015Median year built
8%Built before 1980
93%Owner-occupied
62%Heat with utility gas
98%Single-family homes
About 66% of homes were built since 2010, so many original water heaters are reaching the age when replacement planning makes sense.
62% 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 Celina.
Several power companies
Celina's outage page lists Oncor, CoServ and Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative, so your electric company depends on your address. CoServ says it has no energy-saving rebates right now.
Celina – Report a Power Outage (utility providers) ↗ · CoServ – Energy Saving Programs (no rebates currently offered) ↗
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Celina homes.
Energy
- Electric: Oncor (delivery) (Listed by the city; serves part of Celina)
- Electric: CoServ Electric (Listed by the city; covers some Celina addresses)
- Electric: Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative (GCEC) (Listed by the city; serves one portion of Celina)
- Gas: Atmos Energy (Listed by the city)
Water
City of Celina (treated water purchased from Upper Trinity Regional Water District)
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Celina homes.
For Oncor (delivery), CoServ Electric, Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative (GCEC) and Atmos Energy customers in Celina. 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 Celina.
Permits and who issues them
Celina uses a Trade Permit Application for plumbing, electrical and mechanical work on homes. Contractors register and apply online through MGO Connect. The pages we read don't say whether replacing a water heater with the same type needs a permit.
Yes. Every contractor working in Celina must register (through MGO Connect) before applying for permits.
City of Celina Development Services – Building Services ↗ · Celina – Residential Permits (Trade Permit Application) ↗ · Celina Building Permit Trade Application (PDF, rev. 10/22) ↗ · Celina – Contractor Registration ↗
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 Celina.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prosper | 6 mi | Required | $100 | Oncor (delivery), CoServ Electric, Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative (GCEC) |
| Little Elm | 11 mi | Required | $50 | Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer, CoServ Electric |
| McKinney | 11 mi | Required | $40 | Oncor Electric Delivery (with a retail electric provider), CoServ Electric, Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative |
| Frisco | 12 mi | Required | $50 | CoServ Electric, Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer |
| Melissa | 14 mi | Required | — | Oncor, Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative (GCEC) |
| Anna | 14 mi | Required | $125 | Retail electric choice; Oncor delivery, Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Celina water heater questions.
Does my plumber need to register with Celina?
Yes. The city requires all contractors and subcontractors to register before it issues a permit.
Celina Building Permit Trade Application (PDF, rev. 10/22) ↗ · Celina – Contractor Registration ↗
Who provides electricity in Celina?
Oncor (through an electricity company you choose), CoServ or Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative, depending on your address.
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