Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN MIDLOTHIAN
Midlothian Water Heater
Replacement
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Replacing a water heater in Midlothian.
A water heater plumbing permit in Midlothian is $50, under a fee schedule adopted September 22, 2026. Contractors register with the city for free through MyGov. You can choose an electricity company on Power to Choose or get power from HILCO Electric Cooperative, and Atmos Energy supplies gas.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of Midlothian Building Inspections Department
- Permit fee
- $50 water heater plumbing permit (Master Fee Schedule starting 09/22/2026, RES 2026-68; the water heater fee was set by RES 2019-01)
- Who gets the permit
- Contractors must be registered with the city to get a permit. We didn't find rules for homeowners.
- Electric utility
- Competitive retail (Power to Choose) and HILCO Electric Cooperative
- Gas utility
- Atmos Energy
- Water
- City of Midlothian
- Typical home
- Built 2007 (median) · 80% owner-occupied
- Companies found
- 4 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 Midlothian averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in Midlothian
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit fee$50 water heater plumbing permit (Master Fee Schedule starting 09/22/2026, RES 2026-68; the water heater fee was set by RES 2019-01). City of Midlothian Building Inspections Department fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price3 of the companies listed for Midlothian post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric, KMP Plumbing, Heating & Air (Kennedale Mansfield Plumbing), Mr. Rooter Plumbing (Ennis / Waxahachie). Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no Midlothian average is shown.
What can change the price in Midlothian?
Gas piping outlets are $50 (under 20) or $100 (over 20). Electrical permits have a $50 minimum.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in Midlothian?
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 Midlothian 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.
KMP Plumbing, Heating & Air (Kennedale Mansfield Plumbing)
Lists Midlothian among the areas it serves. Based in Burleson.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: '$45 Off' coupon for new customers shown on the water heater replacement page (no water heater install price published).
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised a Friday-night replacement finished after 10 p.m., a careful Rinnai tankless install at what the reviewer called a reasonable price, and knowledgeable, friendly technicians.
Worth knowing No water heater complaints found in the sources checked; the company's widget filters out lower-rated reviews.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing (Ennis / Waxahachie)
Lists Midlothian 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 Midlothian 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 Midlothian 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 MIDLOTHIAN
What Midlothian homes are like.
2007Median year built
11%Built before 1980
80%Owner-occupied
15%Heat with utility gas
87%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.
81% 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.
LOCAL CONDITIONS
What’s different in Midlothian.
Re-inspection fee
Midlothian charges $50 for a re-inspection if you ask for an inspection before the work is done.
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies Midlothian homes.
Energy
- Electric: Competitive retail (Power to Choose) (The city sends residents to Power to Choose but doesn't name the company that delivers the power)
- Electric: HILCO Electric Cooperative (The city lists it as a power option)
- Gas: Atmos Energy
Midlothian Water/Sewer Service (gas and electric contacts) ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for Midlothian homes.
For Competitive retail (Power to Choose), HILCO Electric Cooperative and Atmos Energy customers in Midlothian. 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 Midlothian.
Permits and who issues them
Midlothian requires building permits before any improvement or change, and its fee schedule has a water heater charge under plumbing permits. Registered contractors apply and book inspections in MyGov. Requests made online before 5 p.m. get an inspection the next day.
Yes, and it's free. Contractors can register in person, by email, by fax or in MyGov.
City of Midlothian Building Inspections Department ↗ · Midlothian Building Permits & Inspections ↗ · Midlothian Building Permits ↗ · Midlothian Master Fee Schedule (effective 09/22/2026) ↗
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 Midlothian.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Hill | 8 mi | Required | $75 | HILCO Electric Cooperative |
| Waxahachie | 10 mi | Check with city | — | Oncor, HILCO Electric Cooperative, Navarro County Electric Cooperative |
| Glenn Heights | 10 mi | Required | — | Oncor Electric, Hilco Electric Cooperative |
| Mansfield | 10 mi | Required | $75 | Retail electric choice; Oncor delivery |
| DeSoto | 12 mi | Required | $62.50 | Oncor (delivery) |
| Red Oak | 12 mi | Required | $100 | Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer |
COMMON QUESTIONS
Midlothian water heater questions.
How much is a water heater permit in Midlothian?
$50, under the fee schedule that started September 22, 2026.
Does my plumber need to register?
Yes. Contractors must be registered with the city to get a permit, and registering is free.
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