Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN FAIRVIEW
Fairview 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 ↓FAIRVIEW AT A GLANCE
Replacing a water heater in Fairview.
In Fairview, you apply for a water heater or other plumbing permit by email, and inspections can be done remotely by video or photo. The town doesn't publish a water heater fee; repair permits have a $100 minimum. It uses 2024 codes and the 2026 NEC. Depending on your address, power comes from Grayson-Collin Electric, CoServ or Oncor. Water comes from NTMWD (96–200 ppm hardness in 2025), and the town gives up to $150 back for a pressure-reducing valve when house pressure is 90 psi or higher.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · Town of Fairview Building Inspections Department
- Permit fee
- There's no published water heater fee. The Building Inspection Fee Schedule (revised December 23, 2025) sets a $100 minimum for remodel, alteration and repair permits, plus a $75 plan review fee.
- Electric utility
- Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer, CoServ Electric and Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative (GCEC)
- Gas utility
- Atmos Energy and CoServ Gas
- Water
- Town of Fairview (buys water from North Texas Municipal Water District; Lake Lavon and Bois d'Arc Lake sources) · Total hardness as CaCO3 96.0–200 ppm (Wylie plant) and 96–144 ppm (Leonard plant), about 6–12 gpg; 2025 data in the Consumer Confidence Report dated 07.09.2026
- Rebate worth checking
- Residential Pressure Reduction Rebate (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 2006 (median) · 74% 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 Fairview averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Fairview
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit feeThere's no published water heater fee. The Building Inspection Fee Schedule (revised December 23, 2025) sets a $100 minimum for remodel, alteration and repair permits, plus a $75 plan review fee.. Town of Fairview Building Inspections Department fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price4 of the companies listed for Fairview post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric, Berkeys Plumbing, A/C & Electrical, Milestone Electric, A/C & Plumbing, Crown Plumbing Service. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Fairview average is shown.
What can change the price in Fairview?
The application asks who your electric and gas companies are. Emergency weekday inspections cost $75, and weekend inspections cost $150.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Fairview?
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 Fairview 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.
Berkeys Plumbing, A/C & Electrical
Lists Fairview 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 Fairview 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.
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (Dallas)
Lists Fairview 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 Fairview 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 Fairview 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 FAIRVIEW
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN FAIRVIEW
What Fairview homes are like.
2006Median year built
8%Built before 1980
74%Owner-occupied
55%Heat with utility gas
73%Single-family homes
About 33% of homes were built since 2010, so many original water heaters are reaching the age when replacement planning makes sense.
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 Fairview.
Three possible power companies, two gas
Fairview lists Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative, CoServ and Oncor for power, and Atmos Energy and CoServ for gas. Your company depends on your address.
Remote inspections
Fairview offers remote inspections by FaceTime, photos or video when the inspection qualifies. Photos must show the address and be uploaded to the permit before you book.
Newest codes
The town uses the 2024 IPC, IRC, IMC and IFGC and the 2026 National Electrical Code.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Fairview homes.
Energy
- Electric: Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer (Listed by the town; Power to Choose shows Oncor for ZIP 75069)
- Electric: CoServ Electric (One of the town's listed power companies)
- Electric: Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative (GCEC) (Also on the town's list of power companies)
- Gas: Atmos Energy (One of the town's listed gas companies)
- Gas: CoServ Gas (Also on the town's list of gas companies)
Water
Town of Fairview (buys water from North Texas Municipal Water District; Lake Lavon and Bois d'Arc Lake sources): Total hardness as CaCO3 96.0–200 ppm (Wylie plant) and 96–144 ppm (Leonard plant), about 6–12 gpg; 2025 data in the Consumer Confidence Report dated 07.09.2026
Fairview Water & Wastewater (CCR links) ↗ · Fairview 2025 Consumer Confidence Report ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Fairview homes.
For Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer, CoServ Electric, Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative (GCEC), Atmos Energy and CoServ Gas customers in Fairview. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- Residential Pressure Reduction Rebate ↗ActiveA credit on your town water bill for the price of an approved pressure-reducing device, up to $150, when a licensed plumber finds household water pressure of 90 psi or higher.
- 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 Fairview.
Permits and who issues them
Fairview uses a Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Irrigation permit application, with a 'Stand Alone Permit' option for plumbing work. The town has no online portal, so email the application to Permits@FairviewTexas.org or drop it off at Town Hall. Request inspections by email or on the inspection line (972-886-4250). Remote inspections by photo or video are available.
The town has a General Contractor Application and forms for changing subcontractors. We didn't find registration rules for trade contractors.
Town of Fairview Building Inspections Department ↗ · Fairview Permits & Building Inspections ↗ · Fairview MEP and Irrigation Permit Application (08.05.2026) ↗ · Fairview Building Inspection Fee Schedule (revised Dec. 23, 2025) ↗ · Fairview Applications, Forms and Information Sheets ↗
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 Fairview.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allen | 4 mi | Required | $75 | Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer |
| McKinney | 5 mi | Required | $40 | Oncor Electric Delivery (with a retail electric provider), CoServ Electric, Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative |
| Princeton | 7 mi | Check with city | — | Retail electric choice; Oncor or TNMP delivery |
| Murphy | 9 mi | Required | — | Oncor (delivery), Farmers Electric Cooperative |
| Wylie | 9 mi | Required | $50 | Retail electric choice; Oncor delivery |
| Plano | 10 mi | Required | $65 | Oncor Electric Delivery (with a retail electric provider of your choice), CoServ Electric |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Fairview water heater questions.
How do I get a plumbing permit in Fairview?
Email the permit application to Permits@FairviewTexas.org or bring it to Town Hall. The town has no online permit portal.
Is there a rebate for high water pressure?
Yes. If a licensed plumber measures 90 psi or more, the town gives up to $150 toward an approved pressure-reducing device while money lasts.
Which gas and electric companies serve Fairview?
Power: Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative, CoServ or Oncor. Gas: Atmos Energy or CoServ. It depends on your address.
How hard is Fairview's water?
The 2025 report lists 96–200 ppm hardness from NTMWD's Wylie plant and 96–144 ppm from its Leonard plant.
More guides: Texas water heater replacement · All local guides