Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN FARMERS BRANCH
Farmers Branch Water Heater
Replacement
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Replacing a water heater in Farmers Branch.
In Farmers Branch, water heater permits go through the Building Inspections & Permits division. Water heaters are on its list of permit forms, and you apply in the city's EnerGov self-service portal. The city says Oncor delivers power and Atmos supplies gas.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of Farmers Branch Community Services, Building Inspections & Permits
- Electric utility
- Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer
- Gas utility
- Atmos Energy
- Water
- City of Farmers Branch water utility
- Rebate worth checking
- Oncor Marketplace – Heat Pump Water Heater Retailer Coupon (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 2001 (median) · 42% 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 Farmers Branch averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Farmers Branch
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local company’s advertised price3 of the companies listed for Farmers Branch post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric, Berkeys Plumbing, A/C & Electrical, Milestone Electric, A/C & Plumbing. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Farmers Branch average is shown.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Farmers Branch?
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 →
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Dallas
Lists Farmers Branch among the areas it serves. Based in Farmers Branch.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised same-day water heater replacement and a technician who helped secure warranty coverage on a failed unit.
Worth knowing Several customers said technicians quoted replacements they did not need or at prices far above other plumbers; Mr.
6 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric
Lists Farmers Branch 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 Farmers Branch 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.
Frymire Home Services
Lists Farmers Branch 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.
Milestone Electric, A/C & Plumbing
Lists Farmers Branch 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 Farmers Branch 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 Farmers Branch 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 FARMERS BRANCH
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN FARMERS BRANCH
What Farmers Branch homes are like.
2001Median year built
39%Built before 1980
42%Owner-occupied
38%Heat with utility gas
47%Single-family homes
About 40% of homes were built since 2010, so many original water heaters are reaching the age when replacement planning makes sense.
60% of homes heat with electricity, which usually means an electric water heater. It’s worth getting a price on a heat pump model too.
Only 42% of homes are owner-occupied. Renters should ask the landlord or property manager; replacing the heater is usually the owner’s decision.
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 Farmers Branch.
The city has its own code changes
Farmers Branch's Building Inspections section has a 'Local Amendments' page, so local changes to the standard codes apply. We couldn't read what they say.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Farmers Branch homes.
Energy
- Electric: Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer (The city says Oncor Electric serves residents; Power to Choose shows only Oncor for ZIPs 75234 and 75244)
- Gas: Atmos Energy (The city says Atmos Gas serves residents)
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Farmers Branch homes.
For Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer and Atmos Energy customers in Farmers Branch. 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 Farmers Branch.
Permits and who issues them
Farmers Branch lists water heaters among its building permit forms, along with HVAC and electrical. You apply for permits and register as a vendor or contractor in its EnerGov Civic Access self-service portal.
The city's EnerGov portal is labeled 'Permits & Vendor Registration'. We couldn't read the specific contractor registration rules.
City of Farmers Branch Community Services, Building Inspections & Permits ↗ · Farmers Branch Building Permit Forms (page description lists water heaters) ↗ · Farmers Branch Building Inspections & Permits ↗ · Farmers Branch EnerGov Civic Access portal ↗
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 Farmers Branch.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addison | 4 mi | Required | $50 | Oncor (delivery) |
| Carrollton | 4 mi | Required | By job value (from $4) | Oncor |
| Coppell | 7 mi | Required | $80 | Oncor |
| Irving | 7 mi | Required | — | Oncor |
| University Park | 7 mi | Required | $150 | Oncor (delivery) |
| Lewisville | 10 mi | Required | $50 | Retail electric choice; Oncor or TNMP delivery |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Farmers Branch water heater questions.
Who provides gas and electric service in Farmers Branch?
The city says Oncor Electric and Atmos Gas serve residents. Oncor delivers the power, and you pick the company you buy electricity from.
Where do I apply for a water heater permit?
In the city's EnerGov Civic Access self-service portal. The Building Permit Forms page includes water heaters.
Farmers Branch Building Permit Forms ↗ · EnerGov Civic Access portal ↗
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