Storage tank
$1,600–$2,400Typical cost, including installation
WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT IN UNIVERSITY PARK
University Park, TX Water Heater
Replacement
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UNIVERSITY PARK AT A GLANCE
Replacing a water heater in University Park.
University Park's permit FAQ says you need a permit to replace a water heater, even though most fixture swaps don't. Contractors register with the city on the same yearly cycle as their state license. Oncor serves the city, Atmos Energy supplies gas, and water comes from the Dallas County Park Cities Municipal Utility District, not directly from Dallas.
- Permit to replace with the same type
- Yes · City of University Park Community Development – Building Inspection
- Permit fee
- The permit fee list (file dated January 2021) shows 'MEP Minor' at $150 and home repairs at $0.08 per sq. ft. with a $50 minimum. It doesn't say which applies to a water heater.
- Who gets the permit
- Contractors register with the city, and registrations expire on the same date each year as their state license. We didn't find rules for homeowners.
- Electric utility
- Oncor (delivery)
- Gas utility
- Atmos Energy
- Water
- City of University Park (surface water purchased from Dallas County Park Cities Municipal Utility District, Elm Fork of the Trinity River)
- Rebate worth checking
- Oncor Marketplace – Heat Pump Water Heater Retailer Coupon (Active)
- Typical home
- Built 1990 (median) · 83% owner-occupied
- Companies found
- 7 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 University Park averages or guaranteed quotes.
Compare what each quote includes.Equipment · Labor · Permits · Old heater removalHow to compare quotes →
What we know about prices in University Park
- National installer’s published rangeThe ranges above. Home Depot ↗
- Local permit feeThe permit fee list (file dated January 2021) shows 'MEP Minor' at $150 and home repairs at $0.08 per sq. ft. with a $50 minimum. It doesn't say which applies to a water heater.. City of University Park Community Development – Building Inspection fee source ↗
- Local company’s advertised price3 of the companies listed for University Park post water heater prices or specials on their websites: Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric, Berkeys Plumbing, A/C & Electrical, Milestone Electric, A/C & Plumbing. Each offer has its own conditions.
- Measured local dataNot collected yet, so no University Park average is shown.
What can change the price in University Park?
Adding a hard-wired light fixture also needs a permit. The city notes that contractor signs aren't allowed in residential areas.
02 / COMPANIES WE FOUND
Who replaces water heaters in University Park?
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 University Park 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.
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Dallas
Lists University Park among the areas it serves. Based in Plano.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback No water heater praise found in the sources checked.
Worth knowing A BBB complainant said an unapproved $287.88 maintenance renewal was charged after a water heater purchase; the company said it refunded the charge.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Berkeys Plumbing, A/C & Electrical
Lists University Park 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.
Frymire Home Services
Lists University Park among the areas it serves. Based in Dallas.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Heat pump
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback A reviewer praised a technician who fixed a tankless water heater and adjusted its temperature on request.
Worth knowing A reviewer said follow-up work on newly installed water heaters, including a gas-smell call, cost around $1,000 and did not find the inside leak; they reported a 50% refund.
2 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Milestone Electric, A/C & Plumbing
Lists University Park among the areas it serves.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
Published price: Water heater page banner: 'Water Heaters Now $100 Off' (no base price published).
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback No water heater praise found in the sources checked.
Worth knowing One customer said a replacement was installed without a required expansion tank; Milestone said the prior setup hid the need, offered a paid quote, and the customer rejected its response.
3 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Dallas
Lists University Park among the areas it serves. Based in Farmers Branch.
- Tank
- Tankless
- Repair
- Emergency service
What the reviews say
Water heater feedback Reviewers praised same-day water heater replacement and a technician who helped secure warranty coverage on a failed unit.
Worth knowing Several customers said technicians quoted replacements they did not need or at prices far above other plumbers; Mr.
6 water heater reviews read, checked September 29, 2026.
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (Dallas)
Lists University Park 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 University Park 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 UNIVERSITY PARK
Photos of water heater jobs from these companies.
HOMES IN UNIVERSITY PARK
What University Park homes are like.
1990Median year built
37%Built before 1980
83%Owner-occupied
61%Heat with utility gas
85%Single-family homes
The median home was built in 1990. A first or second replacement is common in homes this age.
61% 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 University Park.
Water from the Park Cities MUD
University Park buys its water from the Dallas County Park Cities Municipal Utility District, run by a board elected by residents of Highland Park and University Park.
University Park Water Quality Report covering 2025 (published June 2026, PDF) ↗
Old fee list
The posted permit fee PDF is from January 2021 and doesn't name water heaters, so check the charge with Community Development.
University Park Permit Fee List (PDF, file dated Jan. 2021) ↗
ENERGY & WATER
Who supplies University Park homes.
Energy
- Electric: Oncor (delivery) (The city points residents to Texas Electric Choice; Oncor lists University Park as a community it serves)
- Gas: Atmos Energy (From the city's utility services page)
University Park – Utility Services ↗ · Oncor – Area Managers (search-by-city list of communities served) ↗
Water
City of University Park (surface water purchased from Dallas County Park Cities Municipal Utility District, Elm Fork of the Trinity River)
University Park Water Quality Report covering 2025 (published June 2026, PDF) ↗
REBATES & CREDITS
Rebates for University Park homes.
For Oncor (delivery) and Atmos Energy customers in University Park. 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 University Park.
Permits and who issues them
University Park's permit FAQ says swapping fixtures usually doesn't need a permit, but replacing a water heater does. Call 214-987-5411 to check what your project needs.
Yes. Contractors send a registration form and a copy of their state license, in person or through the contractor portal. Registration expires with the state license.
City of University Park Community Development – Building Inspection ↗ · University Park – Building Permits (FAQ) ↗ · University Park Permit Fee List (PDF, file dated Jan. 2021) ↗
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 University Park.
| City | Distance | Permit to replace | Fee | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas | 4 mi | Required | $181 | Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer |
| Farmers Branch | 7 mi | Required | — | Oncor Electric Delivery (wires) with a retail electric provider chosen by the customer |
| Addison | 8 mi | Required | $50 | Oncor (delivery) |
| Richardson | 10 mi | Required | $100 | Oncor (delivery) |
| Irving | 10 mi | Required | — | Oncor |
| Garland | 10 mi | Required | $88 | Garland Power & Light (GP&L), Oncor (delivery) with retail provider choice |
COMMON QUESTIONS
University Park water heater questions.
Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in University Park?
Yes. The city's FAQ says replacing a water heater needs a permit.
Who is the gas provider in University Park?
The city sends residents to Atmos Energy for natural gas.
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