Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN HURST
Hurst Water Heater
Replacement
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Replacing a water heater in Hurst.
A home plumbing permit in Hurst is a flat $60, according to a 2020 fee sheet. Oncor delivers power. Hurst no longer has yearly contractor registration; it checks licenses and insurance on each permit instead. If the home is your homestead, you can do your own plumbing after signing a Homeowner's Affidavit.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of Hurst Building Inspections & Permit Department (Community Development)
- Permit fee
- $60 home plumbing permit (City of Hurst Building Permit Fees sheet dated October 2020; the 'Estimate Fees' tool in the CSS portal gives current amounts)
- Who gets the permit
- A contractor, who adds a U.S. ID, trade license and liability insurance to each permit application, or a homestead owner who signs the city's Homeowner's Affidavit promising to do all the work personally with no paid help.
- Electric utility
- Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer
- Gas utility
- Atmos Energy
- Water
- City of Hurst
- Rebate worth checking
- Oncor Marketplace – Heat Pump Water Heater Retailer Coupon (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 1975 (median) · 58% 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 Hurst averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Hurst
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit fee$60 home plumbing permit (City of Hurst Building Permit Fees sheet dated October 2020; the 'Estimate Fees' tool in the CSS portal gives current amounts). City of Hurst Building Inspections & Permit Department (Community Development) fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price2 of the companies listed for Hurst post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric, Berkeys Plumbing, A/C & Electrical. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Hurst average is shown.
What can change the price in Hurst?
Home mechanical and electrical permits are also $60 each. Trade permits for new construction are $175. We didn't find other triggers.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Hurst?
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 Hurst 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 Hurst 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.
Dallas Plumbing & Air Conditioning
Lists Hurst among the areas it serves. Based in Dallas.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised a same-day water heater replacement completed within hours and clear explanations during annual water heater flushes.
Worth knowing BBB complainants said a $13,000 replacement was sold over the phone for an elderly parent and that a $1,600 deposit on a cancelled replacement took over two months to refund; the company defended its upfront pricing and confirmed the refund was processed April 12, 2025.
6 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Fort Worth
Lists Hurst among the areas it serves. Based in Fort Worth.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback No water heater praise found in the sources checked.
Worth knowing A reviewer said a heater installed about 14 months earlier stopped working because of faulty wiring and that the company quoted over $350 to fix it after the one-year install warranty had expired; no company response was shown.
1 water heater review read, checked September 29, 2026.
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (Dallas)
Lists Hurst 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 Hurst 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 HURST
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN HURST
What Hurst homes are like.
1975Median year built
60%Built before 1980
58%Owner-occupied
41%Heat with utility gas
66%Single-family homes
About 60% of homes were built before 1980. Older homes often have older venting, smaller closets and shutoff valves that should be checked before install day.
58% 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 Hurst homes.
Energy
- Electric: Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer (Power to Choose shows only Oncor for ZIPs 76053 and 76054)
- Gas: Atmos Energy
Texas PUC Power to Choose plan data for ZIP 76053 (company_tdu_name field) ↗ · Texas PUC Power to Choose plan data for ZIP 76054 (company_tdu_name field) ↗ · Atmos Energy Mid-Tex Division tariff - Section II, Cities and Counties Served (Mar 2023) ↗
Water
City of Hurst
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Hurst homes.
For Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer and Atmos Energy customers in Hurst. 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 Hurst.
Permits and who issues them
Hurst issues home plumbing permits through its Customer Self-Service (CSS) portal and emails you an invoice for the fees. The city notes that water heater inspections include a customer service inspection.
Hurst no longer requires yearly contractor registration. Contractors provide a U.S. ID, their trade license (if they need one) and proof of general liability insurance on each permit application.
City of Hurst Building Inspections & Permit Department (Community Development) ↗
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 Hurst.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford | 3 mi | Required | — | Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer |
| North Richland Hills | 3 mi | Required | $17 | Oncor (delivery) |
| Colleyville | 4 mi | Required | $100 | Oncor, Tri-County Electric Cooperative |
| Watauga | 5 mi | Required | $70 | Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer |
| Haltom City | 5 mi | Check with city | $27.50 | Oncor (delivery) |
| Euless | 6 mi | Required | — | Oncor |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Hurst water heater questions.
How much is a plumbing permit in Hurst?
$60 for a home plumbing permit, according to the city's October 2020 fee sheet. Check the fee estimator in the CSS portal for current amounts.
Does my plumber need to register with Hurst?
Not every year. Contractors add their ID, trade license and insurance to each permit application.
Can I replace my own water heater?
Yes, if the home is your homestead. Sign Hurst's Homeowner's Affidavit, do the plumbing yourself without hiring anyone, and get the required inspections.
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