Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN GEORGETOWN
Georgetown Water Heater
Replacement
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Replacing a water heater in Georgetown.
Georgetown requires a permit to replace any water heater. It costs $50 plus a $10 technology fee, and it applies even outside city limits in the ETJ where the city supplies your utilities. Many homes get power from city-owned Georgetown Utility Systems (GUS). Water hardness depends on which treatment plant serves your address, from about 10-11 to about 19 grains per gallon.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of Georgetown Building Inspections (Development Services)
- Permit fee
- $50 permit fee + $10 technology fee (Construction Fee Schedule Rev. 6/12/2026)
- Who gets the permit
- A plumber licensed by the State of Texas, or a homeowner with a Homestead Exemption permit for a home they own and live in (signed affidavit plus proof from the Williamson Central Appraisal District). Not for rentals. The city says a handyman can't install a water heater.
- Electric utility
- Georgetown Utility Systems (GUS)
- Water
- Georgetown Utility Systems (city water) · Varies by plant: Lake Georgetown and Southlake WTP about 176-178 mg/L (about 10-11 gpg); Park Plant and Southside WTP about 309-320 mg/L (about 19 gpg), per GUS historical data
- Typical home
- Built 2008 (median) · 70% owner-occupied
- Companies found
- 10 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 Georgetown averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Georgetown
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit fee$50 permit fee + $10 technology fee (Construction Fee Schedule Rev. 6/12/2026). City of Georgetown Building Inspections (Development Services) fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price5 of the companies listed for Georgetown post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Austin Plumbing, Beyond Wow Plumbing, Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Austin, Radiant Plumbing, Air Conditioning & Electrical, Stan's Heating, Air, Plumbing & Electrical. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Georgetown average is shown.
What can change the price in Georgetown?
Tankless: follow the manufacturer's instructions and the International Fuel Gas Code for gas line size and venting. A gas load calculation must be at the job site for the first inspection.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Georgetown?
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 →
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised the master plumber's phone and FaceTime troubleshooting, next-day water heater replacement and clean installs.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Austin Plumbing
Lists Georgetown among the areas it serves. Based in Austin.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: '10% Off First-Time Customers' (general discount, no water heater price published
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A company-hosted testimonial praises phone troubleshooting for a water heater problem.
Worth knowing Not enough water heater reviews to assess installation quality or pricing; no water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
1 water heater review read, checked September 29, 2026.
Beyond Wow Plumbing
Lists Georgetown among the areas it serves. Based in Austin.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
Published price: Offers (expire 9/30/26): '$100 off Tank-Type Water Heater Installation' and free Flow-tech water conditioning device ('$1,500 value') with a new tankless install offers page: 'SAVE $250 on a Tank Water Heater Installation or $500 on a Tankless Water Heater Installation'
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback BBB reviewers praised same-day tank replacement, a professional emergency repair on an attic electric water heater, and a quick fix after a drain-and-refill service.
Worth knowing Two customers described Navien tankless installs with leaks, gas-line problems and failed inspections.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Cedar Park Plumbing
Lists Georgetown among the areas it serves. Based in Leander.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A 2009 reviewer praised a fairly priced water heater thermostat repair.
Worth knowing A 2010 reviewer disputed a $95 minimum charge for a short water heater diagnosis; she said the company told her that was its minimum charge.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Fox Service Company
Lists Georgetown among the areas it serves. Based in Austin.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A reviewer praised a quick inspection and next-day water heater replacement.
Worth knowing A 2024 Yelp reviewer said he was charged $700 for 30 minutes of labor on a warranty part after an initial invoice showed only a $90 trip fee (no reply visible).
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Austin
Lists Georgetown among the areas it serves. Based in Austin.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupons: '$150 Off Any Tank Water Heater Replacement' and '$300 Off New Tankless Water Heater' (unit must be provided by Mr. Rooter), both expiring 09/30/2026 —
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised same-day water heater and pressure-valve replacement, clear explanations, and a quick tankless repair.
Worth knowing On Yelp, one customer said an $800 Rinnai tankless repair did not solve the problem and a $5,000 fix was then suggested; another objected to a $69 dispatch fee for a replacement quote; a 2017 reviewer said a new gas valve was broken during a warranty repair.
6 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Radiant Plumbing, Air Conditioning & Electrical
Lists Georgetown among the areas it serves. Based in Austin.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Installation page includes a general cost explainer: standard 40-50 gal gas/electric install 'might range from $300 to $900, excluding the unit's cost'; tankless install '$1,000 to $3,000 or more' — presented as general estimates, not a Radiant quote
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback One reviewer praised professional service across jobs including water heater replacement.
Worth knowing A water heater customer disputed warranty-replacement charges.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Reliant Plumbing
Lists Georgetown among the areas it serves. Based in Austin.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Yelp reviewers praised a free Sunday relight, advice on a failing unit and a professional, clean installation.
Worth knowing BBB complaints allege a $1,703.42 double charge (Reliant said a refund had been issued), an unfinished tankless job (answered, not resolved), an unconsented $213 membership (unanswered) and a faulty tankless install that ended in a $2,500 refund (resolved).
9 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (Austin)
Lists Georgetown among the areas it serves. Based in Austin.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised same-day repair, honest advice on what a replacement did and did not need, and a quick fix to a burst water heater pipe.
Worth knowing On Yelp, one customer said a $2,500 replacement bid was repaired elsewhere for $150; another said a tankless installation flooded the house, and that the Austin manager accepted responsibility and arranged drying and repairs.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Stan's Heating, Air, Plumbing & Electrical
Lists Georgetown among the areas it serves. Based in Austin.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupon: 'Up To $300 Off A New Water Heater' — 10% off up to $300 on a standard water heater only, expires September 30, 2026
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback One customer praised same-day water heater installation.
Worth knowing Water heater customers described booking or follow-up difficulties.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Order: companies based in Georgetown 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 GEORGETOWN
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN GEORGETOWN
What Georgetown homes are like.
2008Median year built
9%Built before 1980
70%Owner-occupied
49%Heat with utility gas
77%Single-family homes
About 45% 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 Georgetown.
Permits outside city limits when Georgetown is your utility
If you live outside city limits but inside Georgetown's ETJ, you still need a Georgetown permit to replace a water heater when the city supplies your water, wastewater and/or electric service.
What the inspector checks
The final inspection checks for an 18-inch stand in garages (unless the heater is flammable-vapor-resistant or electric), a pan with a 3/4-inch drain where a leak would cause damage, a cold water shutoff, insulation on the first 5 feet of pipe, and a relief valve (T&P) line to an approved spot. For gas heaters it also checks fresh air for burning, a Type B vent and a flex connector no longer than 3 feet.
GUS energy programs paused until the new fiscal year
GUS says applications for its energy-saving programs are closed until October 1, when the new fiscal year starts. Its home programs are HVAC tune-ups and energy audits, not water heater rebates.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Georgetown homes.
Energy
- Electric: Georgetown Utility Systems (GUS) (City-owned power company with a mapped service area. The city says some permit rules apply 'only if GUS is the provider', so not every address gets GUS power.)
Georgetown Electric ↗ · Georgetown When Do I Need a Permit ↗
Water
Georgetown Utility Systems (city water): Varies by plant: Lake Georgetown and Southlake WTP about 176-178 mg/L (about 10-11 gpg); Park Plant and Southside WTP about 309-320 mg/L (about 19 gpg), per GUS historical data
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Georgetown homes.
For Georgetown Utility Systems (GUS) customers in Georgetown. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- 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 Georgetown.
Permits and who issues them
Replacing a water heater needs a city permit. Apply online in My Government Online (choose 'Water Heater'), pay the fee that's emailed to you, then request the Water Heater Plumbing Final inspection by 3 p.m. for the next business day. Permits are good for six months.
City of Georgetown Building Inspections (Development Services) ↗ · Georgetown Water Heater permit page ↗ · Georgetown Construction Fee Schedule Rev 6.12.2026 ↗ · Georgetown When Do I Need a Permit ↗ · askGTX: When do I need a building permit? ↗
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 Georgetown.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Round Rock | 10 mi | Required | $50 | Retail electric choice |
| Brushy Creek | 11 mi | Required (county) | — | Oncor (delivery; retail electric provider chosen by customer), Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) |
| Sonterra | 11 mi | Check with city (county) | — | Oncor (delivery; retail electric provider chosen by customer) |
| Leander | 12 mi | Required | $40 | Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) |
| Hutto | 13 mi | Required | $50 | Oncor |
| Cedar Park | 13 mi | Required | — | Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Georgetown water heater questions.
Can a handyman replace my water heater in Georgetown?
No. The city says a plumber licensed by the State of Texas, or the homeowner with a homestead exemption permit, must install it.
What does the permit cost?
$50 plus a $10 technology fee, under the fee schedule revised June 12, 2026.
I live outside city limits. Do I still need a Georgetown permit?
Yes, if you're in the ETJ and Georgetown supplies your water, wastewater and/or electric service.
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