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Water Heater Repair & Replacement in Montgomery, AL

Compare 6 local water heater repair & replacement pros. Typical service: $182–$636.

Top Water Heater Repair & Replacement Companies in Montgomery

  1. 1.Clark Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing

    4.8★ (1,162 reviews)

    4.8★ from 1162 reviews

  2. 2.United Heating and Air Conditioning Inc

    4.8★ (1,108 reviews)

    4.8★ from 1108 reviews

  3. 3.Edwards Plumbing and Heating

    4.8★ (835 reviews)

    4.8★ from 835 reviews

  4. 4.AC by Luquire

    4.9★ (565 reviews)

    4.9★ from 565 reviews

  5. 5.Sloan Plumbing & Heating, LLC.

    4.8★ (111 reviews)

    4.8★ from 111 reviews

  6. 6.Ben Franklin Plumbing

    4.7★ (58 reviews)

    4.7★ from 58 reviews

Water Heater Repair & Replacement Cost in Montgomery

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Montgomery
Water heater repair$182–$636/job
Tank water heater replacement$1,090–$2,270/job
Tankless water heater install$1,816–$4,540/job
Flush and maintenance$91–$227/visit

Water Heater Repair & Replacement prices in Montgomery run about 9% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Montgomery, rated 4.8★ on average across 3,839 customer reviews.

Montgomery Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Montgomery's weather means for scheduling water heater repair & replacement.

Last spring frost
March 18
First fall frost
November 7
Annual precipitation
52.8"
Heating degree days
2,278
Cooling degree days
2,113
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan35.1°57.5°4.62"
Feb38.9°62.1°5.08"
Mar44.7°69.6°5.47"
Apr50.9°76.6°3.97"
May59.5°84.2°3.65"
Jun67.4°89.1°4.62"
Jul70.1°91.8°5.27"
Aug70°91.3°4.22"
Sep64°86°3.64"
Oct51.9°77.6°3.05"
Nov43.4°69°4.67"
Dec36.6°60.1°4.54"

NOAA station data 6.76 miles from Montgomery.

Permits & Regulations in AL

Permit typically required

  • Plumbing and gas fitting are licensed by the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
  • Master and journeyman plumber certifications are issued separately from gas fitter certifications
  • Venting of gas heating equipment is exempt from PGFB certification only when performed by an HVAC board licensee

License required: Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board certification

Sources: pgfb.alabama.gov

Water Heater Repair & Replacement FAQs for Montgomery

How much does water heater repair cost in Montgomery?

Water heater repair in Montgomery typically runs $182-$636; full tank replacement costs considerably more.

How many water heater pros serve Montgomery?

We track 6 water heater specialists and plumbers serving Montgomery.

Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in Montgomery, AL?

In AL, Plumbing and gas fitting are licensed by the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board. Water heater replacement commonly requires a permit in Montgomery because of gas, venting and relief-valve requirements.

Is water heater work in Montgomery more expensive than average?

Water heater work in Montgomery runs about -9.2% versus the national average.

Why does my water heater struggle in Montgomery winters?

When Montgomery lows reach 35F, incoming water is much colder, so a tank takes longer to recover and a heater with sediment or a weak element runs out of hot water sooner.

Is a tankless water heater worth it in Montgomery?

Montgomery averages 2,278 heating degree days a year. The colder the incoming water, the larger a tankless unit has to be to keep up with showers, which drives its price.

How often should a water heater be flushed in Montgomery?

Once a year is standard in Montgomery; flushing removes sediment that shortens tank life. Repairs caught early typically cost $182-$636.

Does summer heat affect water heaters in Montgomery?

Less than winter: with highs near 92F in Montgomery, incoming water is warm and heaters work least, which is why summer is a good time to schedule a replacement.