Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN GLENN HEIGHTS
Glenn Heights, TX Water Heater
Replacement
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See what replacement costs ↓GLENN HEIGHTS AT A GLANCE
Replacing a water heater in Glenn Heights.
Glenn Heights requires a trade permit to replace any plumbing or gas system, including a water heater. Request it through the city's online development portal. The city lists Oncor and Hilco Electric Cooperative for power and Atmos Energy for gas.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of Glenn Heights Permitting Division
- Electric utility
- Oncor Electric and Hilco Electric Cooperative
- Gas utility
- Atmos Energy
- Water
- City of Glenn Heights Utility Billing (the city posts the City of Dallas water quality report)
- Rebate worth checking
- Oncor Marketplace – Heat Pump Water Heater Retailer Coupon (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 2004 (median) · 78% owner-occupied
- Companies found
- 3 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 Glenn Heights averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Glenn Heights
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local company’s advertised price2 of the companies listed for Glenn Heights post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric, Mr. Rooter Plumbing (Ennis / Waxahachie). Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Glenn Heights average is shown.
What can change the price in Glenn Heights?
Trade permits (electrical, plumbing, mechanical) cover changing, converting, enlarging, installing, removing, repairing and replacing.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Glenn Heights?
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 Glenn Heights 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.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing (Ennis / Waxahachie)
Lists Glenn Heights among the areas it serves. Based in Ennis.
- Tank
- Repair
Published price: Coupon on location homepage: '$200 Off Water Heater Installation' (limit one per customer; offer expires 01/31/27).
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Customers praised same-day water heater service and courteous, knowledgeable technicians.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (Dallas)
Lists Glenn Heights 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 Glenn Heights 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 ↗.
See before-and-after replacement examples from independent companies →
HOMES IN GLENN HEIGHTS
What Glenn Heights homes are like.
2004Median year built
11%Built before 1980
78%Owner-occupied
35%Heat with utility gas
77%Single-family homes
About 34% of homes were built since 2010, so many original water heaters are reaching the age when replacement planning makes sense.
65% 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.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Glenn Heights homes.
Energy
- Electric: Oncor Electric
- Electric: Hilco Electric Cooperative (Listed by the city; it doesn't say which areas)
- Gas: Atmos Energy
Water
City of Glenn Heights Utility Billing (the city posts the City of Dallas water quality report)
Glenn Heights Water Quality Reports (links City of Dallas 2023 report) ↗ · Glenn Heights Utility Billing ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Glenn Heights homes.
For Oncor Electric, Hilco Electric Cooperative and Atmos Energy customers in Glenn Heights. 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 Glenn Heights.
Permits and who issues them
Glenn Heights requires a permit to install, repair or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system. Request permits through the city's online development portal or by emailing permits@glennheightstx.gov (972-223-1690, ext. 451).
City of Glenn Heights Permitting Division ↗ · Glenn Heights Permits ↗ · Glenn Heights 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 Glenn Heights.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeSoto | 3 mi | Required | $62.50 | Oncor (delivery) |
| Red Oak | 5 mi | Required | $100 | Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer |
| Lancaster | 6 mi | Required | $100 | Oncor (delivery) |
| Cedar Hill | 6 mi | Required | $75 | HILCO Electric Cooperative |
| Duncanville | 7 mi | Required | $125 | Retail electric choice; Oncor delivery |
| Midlothian | 10 mi | Required | $50 | Competitive retail (Power to Choose), HILCO Electric Cooperative |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Glenn Heights water heater questions.
Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in Glenn Heights?
Yes. The city requires a permit to replace any plumbing or gas system. Contact permits@glennheightstx.gov or 972-223-1690 ext. 451.
Who provides electricity and gas?
The city lists Oncor Electric and Hilco Electric Cooperative for power and Atmos Energy for gas.
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