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Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Water Heater Replacement and Installation in Northbrook, IL
When your water heater is past saving, the replacement should fit how your household uses hot water today, not how it did when the house was built. We size it right, install it to code and give you a flat price first. From our headquarters on Techny Road in Northbrook.
When It's Time to Replace Your Water Heater
Replacement makes sense when repairs stop paying off. Here's how to tell:
Water Is Coming From the Tank
Once the tank corrodes through, it can't be repaired. Shut off the water to the heater and call.
It's Past About 10 Years
Tank heaters typically last 8 to 12 years. Check the date on the label. If it's older and needs a big repair, replacing it usually makes more sense.
You Added Bathrooms or People
A remodel or a growing family can outpace a heater sized for the old house. Replacement is the chance to size it right.
Rust in the Hot Water
Rust-colored hot water often means the tank is corroding from the inside.
Our Water Heater Installation Process
A water heater touches your gas line, your venting and your water lines. We handle each part:
1. Size and Fuel
We look at your household, your bathrooms and your current setup, then recommend a size and type: gas or electric, tank or tankless.
2. A Flat Price
You get one price for the heater and the install before any work begins.
3. Install to Code
We remove the old heater and install the new one with the venting, gas or electric and water connections today's code requires.
4. Test and Walk Through
We test for leaks and proper operation, show you the shutoffs and leave the work area clean.
Installing Water Heaters in Northbrook Homes
About two thirds of Northbrook homes were built between 1940 and 1989. Replacing a heater in those homes usually means planning for a few things the original install never had to consider.
Venting Built for a Different Heater
Older chimneys and flues were sized for older heaters. A new, more efficient unit may need a liner, a different vent or a power-vent model. We check before the install day, not during it.
Right-Sizing for Today's Household
Many Northbrook homes have added bathrooms or larger tubs since they were built. We size the new heater for the way you use hot water now, and we'll tell you if a tankless unit fits better.
Planning Around a Finished Basement
When the heater sits next to a finished room, we plan the swap to protect floors and walls, and we'll suggest a drain pan or leak sensor where it makes sense.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
Price shock is the most common complaint about water heater replacement. Here's how we avoid it.
1. A Technician, Not a Salesperson
We diagnose the heater before we recommend anything. If a part fixes it, that's what we'll tell you.
2. Repair vs. Replace, Explained
We walk you through both options, what each costs and how long each is likely to last, so the decision is yours.
3. A Clear Price Before We Start
You get a flat-rate price before any work begins, and the work area is cleaned up before we leave.
Customer Stories
Water Heater Installation Reviews
4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.
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"Kept in excellent contact. Got here very timely. Work complete of water heater installed and the old one removed. All left in good shape and working. Kept in good contact and a great job."
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"Edgar's the man. Not only did he install my water heater, but asked to test the quality of the water to see if that could've lead to the damage and the leak of my last water heater. My water was at a 7 on the hardness scale, and it's supposed to be at 2 or 3. So he reccomends a new water softener, and im thankful that he did. [...]"
★★★★★
"We had an emergency hot water heater problem and Alex did a great job getting a new appliance installed the same day I called for help. Great company! I'd use them again."
Got Questions?
Water Heater Installation Questions From Northbrook Homeowners
A straight tank swap usually takes a few hours. Venting or fuel changes take longer.
A straight swap of a tank heater usually takes a few hours. If the venting has to change, the heater moves or you're switching to tankless, it takes longer. We'll give you a realistic timeline before we start.
It depends on your household and bathrooms, not the size of the old tank.
It depends on how many people live in the home, how many bathrooms you have and when you use the most hot water. A family in a four-bathroom house needs a different setup than a couple in a ranch. We size it for your household, not just to match the old tank.
It should be done by a licensed plumber. Gas, venting and plumbing all have to meet code.
Water heater replacement involves gas or electric connections, venting and plumbing, and it should be done by a licensed plumber and permitted where required. An improper install can create a carbon monoxide or water damage risk that doesn't show up right away.
It depends on the heater and any code updates. You get a flat price first, with financing available.
It depends on the heater type, capacity and fuel, plus any venting, gas or code updates your setup needs. We give you a flat-rate price before any work begins. Financing is available so you can get it done now and pay over time.
Annual Protection Plan
Join the No Drip Club
Most plumbing problems start small. The No Drip Club brings a J. Blanton plumber to your home for regular maintenance, so small issues get caught before they turn into big repairs.
- Two Free Professional Maintenance Visits per Year
- 10% Discount on All General Plumbing & Sewer Services
- 5-Year Parts and Labor Warranty on Approved Projects
- VIP Priority Scheduling Status (Skip the Queue)
What We Fix
Plumbing Services in Northbrook
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Water Heaters
Repair and replacement for tank and tankless water heaters that leak, make noise or run out of hot water too fast.
Drain Cleaning
Slow or clogged kitchen, bathroom and basement drains, cleared and checked.
Faucets & Fixtures
Leaky faucets, worn-out shut-off valves and new kitchen and bathroom fixture installs.
Sump Pumps
Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups for heavy rain and spring snowmelt.
Gas Lines & Fireplaces
Gas line repair, leak detection and gas fireplace service.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, sewer backups and no hot water, any time of day or night.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Ready for a New Water Heater?
Our Northbrook office is at 1945 Techny Road, Suite 11, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Glenview, Northfield, Deerfield, Wheeling, Prospect Heights, Lincolnshire, Winnetka and more.
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