Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN LEAGUE CITY
League City Water Heater
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Replacing a water heater in League City.
League City lists water heater replacement as work that needs a permit. Under the fee schedule that started August 1, 2026, plumbing permits start at a $75 base fee, and contractors pay $150 a year to register. Depending on your street, TNMP or CenterPoint delivers power.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of League City Building Department (Development Services)
- Permit fee
- $75 plumbing base fee plus $7 per fixture, under the fee schedule that started August 1, 2026 (the schedule doesn't say whether a water heater counts as a fixture).
- Who gets the permit
- A contractor registered with the city. The city pages we read don't describe a way for homeowners to pull permits, but state law lets you do your own plumbing on your homestead.
- Electric utility
- Texas-New Mexico Power (TNMP) (wires) with a retail electric provider and CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric (wires) with a retail electric provider
- Gas utility
- CenterPoint Energy
- Water
- City of League City (buys treated surface water from Gulf Coast Water Authority and the City of Houston)
- Rebate worth checking
- Heat Pump Water Heater Incentive (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 2003 (median) · 75% owner-occupied
- Companies found
- 12 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 League City averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in League City
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit fee$75 plumbing base fee plus $7 per fixture, under the fee schedule that started August 1, 2026 (the schedule doesn't say whether a water heater counts as a fixture).. City of League City Building Department (Development Services) fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price8 of the companies listed for League City post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of League City, Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Galveston & Brazoria Counties, 1-800-Plumber +Air of Pearland, ARS/Rescue Rooter Houston, Heaton Plumbing, John Moore Services, Mission Air Conditioning & Plumbing, Village Plumbing, Air & Electric. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no League City average is shown.
What can change the price in League City?
Reconnecting gas or electric service needs its own permit. Gas permits are a flat $75. Electrical permits start at $75 plus $15 per circuit. Re-inspections are $100 after the first failure and $300 after a second.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in League City?
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 →
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of League City
Lists League City among the areas it serves. Based in League City.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupon: '$250 Off Water Heaters' — 'Offers only valid at this location'; limit one per household; no expiration shown.
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Testimonials praised a skilled attic replacement of a 50-gallon heater and careful work on a tankless installation.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Galveston & Brazoria Counties
Lists League City among the areas it serves. Based in League City.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupon: '$200 Off Water Heater Installation' — expires 01/31/2027; valid only at Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Galveston; also 10% off for seniors and military (up to $100).
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised professional installers who answered questions, and one said charges not covered by the home warranty were explained upfront.
Worth knowing A 2025 Yelp reviewer said a tankless flush was quoted at $325 only on arrival and a hose leaked afterward.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
1-800-Plumber +Air of Pearland
Lists League City among the areas it serves. Based in Pearland.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Promotion: '$100 Off Any New Water Heater' (not to be combined with any other offer).
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised quick scheduling, honest diagnosis (a valve repair or pilot restart instead of a replacement), and a tankless install that included follow-up for a condensation drip.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Abacus Plumbing, Air Conditioning & Electrical
Lists League City among the areas it serves. Based in Houston.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised same-day replacement of a leaking heater and a technician who offered several options.
Worth knowing One reviewer alleged a burner plate was loosened during an AC maintenance visit and a quote followed; Abacus replied asking her to call.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
ARS/Rescue Rooter Houston
Lists League City among the areas it serves. Based in Houston.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupon: 'Save Up to $300 on a New Water Heater' — purchase and installation of qualifying water heater required; residential only; 'Offer expires 09/30/2026.'
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Testimonials praised a next-morning replacement and an installation crew that kept the customer informed and cleaned up.
Worth knowing Yelp reviewers alleged an improper tankless vent and incomplete install (2025) and a reused drain line that leaked three years later, with a $2,500 charge to install a warranty unit (2026); ARS replied citing premium pricing and offered its quality team.
5 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Brick Plumbing
Lists League City among the areas it serves. Based in Pearland.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A testimonial praised a professional plumber who explained the work, with prices the reviewer found reasonable.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
1 water heater review read, checked September 29, 2026.
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised same-day service, upfront repair and replacement prices, prompt emergency response, and a tankless conversion.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Heaton Plumbing
Lists League City among the areas it serves. Based in La Porte.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Downloadable coupon images: $100.00 off tank-type water heater installation and $200.00 off tankless water heater installation (no expiration date visible).
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised quick installation, on-time staff, clean work, and a crew that explained and corrected a previous improper install.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
John Moore Services
Lists League City among the areas it serves.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Coupons: 'Save $40 on a water heater replacement' (traditional), 'Save $100 on a tankless water heater system', '$99 Traditional Water Heater Flush' — limit one per household, expire 12/31/2026.
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised clear upfront pricing for tankless service, same-day work after explaining what the water heaters needed, and prompt warranty service.
Worth knowing A 2026 BBB reviewer said an $18,000 tankless replacement quote was avoided with a $125 pump from another plumber.
6 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Mission Air Conditioning & Plumbing
Lists League City among the areas it serves.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
Published price: Coupons: '$100 Off Water Heater Replacement' and '$89 Off Water Heater Flush' (expire 09/30/2026); tankless promo 'Endless Hot Water Starting at $124/mo'.
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised several options and price points without pressure, fast installation with haul-away, and professional installers.
Worth knowing A 2026 Yelp reviewer said a scheduled water heater flush was postponed twice due to plumber availability.
4 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Also listing League City: Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (Houston), Village Plumbing, Air & Electric.
Order: companies based in League City 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 LEAGUE CITY
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN LEAGUE CITY
What League City homes are like.
2003Median year built
14%Built before 1980
75%Owner-occupied
57%Heat with utility gas
79%Single-family homes
About 27% of homes were built since 2010, so many original water heaters are reaching the age when replacement planning makes sense.
57% of homes heat with utility gas, so gas water heaters with existing venting are common here.
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 League City.
Your power company depends on your street
League City is split between TNMP and CenterPoint power lines. If your water heater swap needs a change to your electrical service, or you have an outage, check which one serves your address.
League City news: power outages (TNMP and CenterPoint customers) ↗
New fees in 2026
League City adopted a new Building Department fee schedule that started August 1, 2026, with a $75 plumbing base fee.
League City Building Department Fee Schedule (effective Aug. 1, 2026) ↗
HOA rules are separate
The city says HOAs, not the city, enforce deed restrictions, and suggests checking with your HOA before a project.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies League City homes.
Energy
- Electric: Texas-New Mexico Power (TNMP) (wires) with a retail electric provider (Serves part of the city; the city sends TNMP customers to TNMP for outages)
- Electric: CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric (wires) with a retail electric provider (Serves the rest; Power to Choose shows both TNMP and CenterPoint for ZIP 77573)
- Gas: CenterPoint Energy (Listed as the gas contact on the city's page for new residents)
League City news: power outages (TNMP and CenterPoint customers) ↗ · League City New Resident Services ↗
Water
City of League City (buys treated surface water from Gulf Coast Water Authority and the City of Houston)
League City 2026 Drinking Water Quality Report (2025 data) ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for League City homes.
For Texas-New Mexico Power (TNMP) (wires) with a retail electric provider, CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric (wires) with a retail electric provider and CenterPoint Energy customers in League City. Ask installers for the price before rebates, then check with the program that you qualify.
- Heat Pump Water Heater Incentive ↗ActiveIncentive for replacing an existing electric storage water heater with an ENERGY STAR heat pump water heater.
- 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 League City.
Permits and who issues them
League City's list of work that needs a permit names water heater replacement. Apply in the city's online permit portal; the work gets inspected.
Yes. Contractor registration, and each yearly renewal, is $150.
City of League City Building Department (Development Services) ↗ · League City: Permits Issued by the Building Department ↗ · League City Building Department Fee Schedule (effective Aug. 1, 2026) ↗ · Texas Plumbing License Law (Occupations Code ch. 1301), TSBPE plain-view text, Sept. 2025 ↗
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 League City.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Webster | 3 mi | Required | $45 | CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric (wires) with a retail electric provider |
| Dickinson | 4 mi | Check with city | — | CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer, Texas-New Mexico Power (wires) with a retail electric provider |
| Friendswood | 6 mi | Required | $140 | Texas-New Mexico Power (wires) with a retail electric provider, CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric (wires) with a retail electric provider |
| Santa Fe | 7 mi | Required | $150 | CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric (wires) with a retail electric provider |
| Alvin | 8 mi | Required | $100 | Texas-New Mexico Power (wires) with a retail electric provider, CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric (wires) with a retail electric provider |
| Seabrook | 10 mi | Required | $100 | CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric (wires) with a retail electric provider |
COMMON QUESTIONS
League City water heater questions.
Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in League City?
Yes. The Building Department lists water heater replacement as a job that needs a permit.
How much is a plumbing permit in League City?
Since August 1, 2026, the plumbing base fee is $75, plus $7 per fixture.
League City Building Department Fee Schedule (effective Aug. 1, 2026) ↗
Who is my electric utility in League City?
It depends on your address, because both TNMP and CenterPoint serve League City. Your electricity company sends the bill, but the company that owns the lines handles outages and service work.
League City news: power outages (TNMP and CenterPoint customers) ↗
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