Water Heater Replacement

Robinson’s Plumbing installs and services residential and commercial gas and electric water heaters. We also provide 24/7 emergency services.

You can give us a call at 804-794-0918 in Richmond. Or, click the button below to schedule your appointment online.

 

Different Types of Water Heaters

When it comes to replacing a water heater, there are three main types of water heaters you can choose from: conventional, hybrid, and tankless. Here’s a little information about each one:

Conventional water heaters: These water heaters (which have tanks) are the most common, traditional choice for people shopping for water heaters. They’re often large and cylindrical, and they store hot water in the tank for when it’s needed. They have a thermostat that controls the temperature of the water, which can be lowered manually to save energy.

Hybrid water heaters: These water heaters combine the best of tank volume and innovative water heating systems. Hybrid water heaters do not put out continuous hot water and the output of the hot water is not much more than a standard tank type of heater. However, the efficiency of the hybrid is an energy-saving machine. You’ll also be able to use a smart thermostat with a hybrid water heater, resulting in increased energy efficiency and savings.

Tankless water heaters: These water heaters are the most energy and space efficient. Instead of keeping water hot continually, tankless water heaters use gas or electricity to heat the water only when it’s needed. They’re also much smaller in size than conventional and hybrid water heaters since they don’t have a tank.

Water Heater Replacement in VA: Benefits

You’ll get a wide range of benefits by choosing Robinson’s Plumbing to upgrade or replace your water heater:

Worry-free for at least a decade: Older water heaters can suddenly spring a leak when you least expect it. You’d be surprised how quickly a room or basement can flood.

Replacing your old water heater now will provide you with 8 to 15 years of worry-free living—no need to second guess when your existing water heater might go out.

Accommodate a growing family: If your family is growing or you expect it to grow over the next decade, a higher output water heater will better accommodate the hot water needs of more people living under your roof.

Longer showers: Replacing your existing water heater with a higher output water heater will allow you to take longer showers, and you’ll be able to enjoy that comfort year-round.

Save money: If you currently have an older model water heater, upgrading could result in increased energy and water savings, especially if you go with a tankless water heater installation. Your new water heater will directly translate into lower bills at the end of the month.

Improved noise levels: Some older water heater models tend to be a bit on the noisy side. Generally speaking, the older your water heater gets, the more noise it can make. Investing in a new water heater can help reduce that noise.

Why Choose Robinson’s Plumbing Service?

At Robinson’s Plumbing, we’re your one-stop shop for all your plumbing needs. Our highly qualified, certified, and trustworthy technicians will quickly diagnose your plumbing issue and get it fixed as soon as possible.

A plumbing emergency can happen any time of the day or week—including holidays. We offer 24/7 emergency plumbing services that will give you peace of mind knowing that help is just a phone call away. PPP members get VIP service with enhanced response times!

We operate on a transparent “No Surprises” pricing model—what you see on the written quote is what you’ll pay. We also guarantee all of our parts and labor for two years.

Low-Cost Consultation

Are you unsure if you need to repair or replace your existing water heater? It can be challenging for the average person to diagnose a failing water heater.

Take advantage of our low-cost site visits with one of our friendly technicians. They’ll inspect your water heater thoroughly and provide you with a no-obligation proposal based on your unique needs.

Customer Testimonials

Robinson’s Plumbing will provide you with excellent customer service and a professional plumber you can trust. But don’t take our word for it—see what our satisfied customers have to say:

The handle had broken off on my outdoor spigot. Mike & Jamie were able to fix it, without my having to buy a new one. Works great, and they got it done fast.
Bob Stillman
Bob Stillman
1714069489
This wonderful young man showed up within an hour of my phone call and sealed the deal. We have a wonderful new faucet and great customer service came along with it. Can’t recommend these people enough.
jen white
jen white
1713979263
Michael was very thorough. He explained the work that needed to be done and answered all my questions. I appreciated his honesty. Well done.
Kathleen Fulton
Kathleen Fulton
1713819373
Tim did a great job troubleshooting a problem with my shower. It was not an easy problem to diagnose, but he took photos and consulted with the manufacturer. Tim was very thorough and offered multiple repair options based on what we would like to spend to fix the problem. Highly recommend.
Tracy Newman
Tracy Newman
1713814824
Thank you to James and Michael for helping me today with the low water pressure in my house! They were very professional and efficient! I can’t thank them enough! Great company and Great service!
Block gaming
Block gaming
1713549830
Had a leak in our upstairs bathroom that came through our kitchen ceiling. Michael and Jamie were great. They quickly identified and fixed the problem. Highly recommend them going forward.
Nick Wille
Nick Wille
1713384118
Michael & Jamie arrived promptly and did an excellent job diagnosing the issue. Our tankless heater was repaired quickly. Thank you for the excellent service!
Tara CC
Tara CC
1713291893
Michael and Jaimie were fantastic! Honestly and integrity go a long way in my book. I'd recommend the Robinson team any time - we've used them for years.
Roger Bowling
Roger Bowling
1713207306
Reese was a big help.
Drew Stephens
Drew Stephens
1713140907
Christian was helpful, knowledgeable and mannerable. We enjoyed his service and will use Robinson Plumbing again.
e w
e w
1712956865
Excellent experience with Reece.Another company had given me an estimate for a expensive,complicated repair on a drain in a crawl space of an old home.This was a second opinion consult.Reece was on time ,thorough and gave a clear detailed explanation of the problem and the solution.He was able to do the needed repair at the time of the service call .It was successful and simple compared to the other estimate as well as much more economical.Great young guy.Good to know he is out there in the world providing such a valuable service.Betsy Shires
Betsy Shires
Betsy Shires
1712944891
I highly recommend Robinson Plumbing for your plumbing needs. Michael and Jamie did a fantastic job installing my new hot water heater! They were on time, fixed a pipes as well as install the hot water, and made sure I understood what all the new knobs are for. I will definitely use them again!
Had a hot water heater emergency and while many could not see us for days… Robinson’s said give us an hour. Rece was professional and explained what he would be doing. We had a couple issues along the way and after talking with the manager we mutually found a resolution. All is well that ends well. I would recommend Robinson Plumbing to anyone. Thank you.
psu11920
psu11920
1712803460
Derrick and Joshua were incredible! They were extremely professional and courteous.
Robert Roberts
Robert Roberts
1712761497
Reese was great. He got the job done without wasting time. He was pleasant, courteous and professional. When I need more plumbing work done, probably in the not too distant future, I'm hoping he will be available to do it.
Richard White
Richard White
1712540261
We hired Robinson's Plumbing to install a gas line in the basement fireplace. The company was very responsive to what we needed and answered all our questions. The ladies in the office are lovely and patient. Derek did a good job and we would use Robinson's again.
Annette Crews
Annette Crews
1712508468
Your service was thoroughly polite, professional and timely. I had a late Saturday night emergency. The gentleman who took my call was courteous and efficient. Reece the plumber was terrific. Well-mannered, well-dressed in khakis and his polo shirt with work logo, professional AND pleasant, and completed the job quickly. I could hear him testing his work to ensure that the job was done properly before he left. He even wanted to know if he could do anything else for me, at 11:00 pm on a Saturday night!
Quick and great service. Reese was very friendly and kind!
Susan Puglisi
Susan Puglisi
1712339834
Derick was professional, friendly, and helpful. He provided clear solutions to our issues and worked quickly and efficiently.
Aaron Mowles
Aaron Mowles
1712339399
Robinson Plumbing is a great company to work with . The ladies at the office are always friendly and professional. Tim is one of their technicians and he is a great plumber to have come to your house or business. Because he knows his trade and gets the job done . He has a quite friendly demeanor with his skills and his work results speaking for itself.Robinson Plumbing Co definitely earns the Topflight Seal of Customer Approval.
My technician was Reece. Very pleased with the service received. Technician was professional and knowledgeable and helpful in explaining different options.
Sharon Morris
Sharon Morris
1712278296
Derrick provided excellent service. Very knowledgeable.
Luxe
Luxe
1712241924
Reece and Joshua did a great job! They were super friendly and kind and explained everything clearly.
Erin Mowles
Erin Mowles
1712241028
Race and Josh were prompt and friendly. Josh was really great with my very curious young children and explained the work he and Race were doing!
Sarah Davenport
Sarah Davenport
1712235252
Michael was very polite and efficient. Took care of our issues in a timely fashion. I can always count on Robinson's Plumbing Service to send a qualified technician to my home.
Ursula D'Amore
Ursula D'Amore
1712088564
Reese did a good job for us! Fixed our problem
Karen McGovern
Karen McGovern
1712086364
Reese did a great job installing the faucet.
Chad Blevins
Chad Blevins
1712078742
Reece was on time and super friendly and was able to quickly fix our broken toilet. AND he took time to show us where our whole-house water cut-off valve is. We have been so happy with Robinson's Plumbing every time we've used their service. They've always come out to fix our problem within 24 hours of our call!
Melissa Lee
Melissa Lee
1712069490
Christian did a great job installing a new toilet, double checked everything, and left everything spotless!!!
William Carlson
William Carlson
1711649404
Michael was on time for our service appointment. When he arrived, he listened carefully to the history of problems with our tankless hot water heater and assessed the situation. I had a previous bad experience with a plumbing service who did not fix the problem and then refused to come back out to do so without charging an additional $500! Michael and I discussed options and he made a recommendation in line with what I also thought would be best. I appreciated his honesty and knowledge. Robinson's prices for the labor, repair and service call were also less than the previous service I used. I highly recommend Robinson's Plumbing and technician Michael based on my service today.
Cynthia Marez
Cynthia Marez
1711561786
Very professional. The technician took care of all of my clients concerns.
Dave Ott
Dave Ott
1711551765
Did a great job. On time, quick, friendly, professional and thorough.Installed new valves and faucet. Made sure everything worked to my satisfaction before leaving.Inspected pipes and found things our home inspector missed.
Our well pump shut down at 7pm with no water. Our technician was great and was here by 8pm. He ensured we had water before he left. We’ve had nothing but great experiences with Robinson Plumbing. J. Lancaster
Judy Lancaster
Judy Lancaster
1711505382
Reece was great. Very knowledgeable and solved the problem with my garbage disposal in a very short time. I've used Robinson's Plumbing on several occasions and they are always on time, well priced, and offer excellent service.
Greg Hazzard
Greg Hazzard
1711466717
I had a very positive experience when I called Robinson’s Plumbing Service today. Reece came and was able to identify the issues I was having with a leaking shower head and was able to provide help by fixing a hardware issue as well as calibrating the valve handle to prevent future issues. The cost were very reasonable and an overall great value.
Paul
Paul
1711402650
Came out on a Saturday and had my hot water heater back up and running in just a few hours.
Matt Sherrard
Matt Sherrard
1711222147
Great service at a very affordable price!
Steve Pedersen
Steve Pedersen
1711064794
Michael once again did an excellent job. Great customer service.
Stephen Savin
Stephen Savin
1710861497
Came the same day. Friendly professional and clear on pricing before work begins Tim is always on point!
Very professional and helpful!
J Stevens
J Stevens
1710537387
The job was done in a professional manner was very pleased with the outcome keep up the good work
Sheila Richards
Sheila Richards
1710522871
My technician Reese was very professional and thorough. Thank you for your outstanding work in our home.
Vincent A.
Vincent A.
1709951021
Things went well this morning. Two young men (Reese and one other) were on time, quickly diagnosed and fixed the problem. I wouldn't hesitate to call again. Fred Jeter
Fred Jeter
Fred Jeter
1709939802
Visit was quick easy and well explained. Looking forward to the conclusion of my plumbing nightmare next Tuesday.
Christian did a great job
Bruce Robinson
Bruce Robinson
1709757164
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Water Heater Replacement FAQs

Homeowners often ask us many questions about replacing their water heaters. Here are some of the most frequently asked ones:

Q: There’s water at the base of my water heater. What does this mean?

A: If you see water around the base of your water heater, it’s most likely leaking. Call us as soon as possible so that we can stop the leak before it turns into a major problem.

Q: What’s the main benefit of a tankless water heater?

A: Tankless water heaters are extremely energy efficient. You could potentially save upwards of $70 to $100 per year on your energy bills.

Q: How long will it take to install my new water heater?

A: The length of installation time varies depending on the type and location of the water heater we’re installing. For example, a conventional water heater can take two to three hours. However, it can take slightly longer if you opt for a tankless model.

Replace Your Water Heater Today!

Let the professionals at Robinson’s Plumbing install your water heater. We’ll provide you with courteous and prompt service backed up by our stellar reputation.

Give us a call at 804-794-0918. Or, click the button below to schedule your water heater appointment online.

Richmond

247 Wylderose Ct.
Midlothian, VA 23113
804-794-0918