Home Service Job Cost Calculator
Cost to Replace a Hot Water Heater
Updated: January 2013
| Item | Quantity | Low | High |
| Water Heater Cost Non-discounted retail cost for common, mid-grade water heater. | 1 heater | $306.55 | $453.55 |
| Water Heater Labor Direct labor expenses to replace hot water heater. | 5.0 hours | $257.01 | $273.14 |
| Water Heater Job Materials and Supplies Cost of supplies that may be required to replace hot water heater including: connectors, fittings and mounting hardware. | 1 heater | $39.03 | $42.27 |
| Water Heater Debris Disposal Costs Costs to load and haul away old materials and installation waste. | $20.00 | $25.00 | |
| Totals - Cost to Replace Hot Water Heater | 1 heater | $622.60 | $793.96 |
| | Average cost per heater | $622.60 | $793.96 |
Cost to Replace a Hot Water Heater - 2013 Cost Calculator
The cost to Replace a Hot Water Heater averages $622.60 - $793.96 per heater in 2013. This Hot Water Heater Replacement cost estimate is calculated from average material costs, unit labor producitivity rates and national average hourly labor wages. To refine the estimate for your Hot Water Heater Replacement project:
1. Set Project Location Enter the location is where labor is hired and materials purchased.
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Hot Water Heater Replacement - Average Cost Per Heater
Expect to pay in the high end of the $622.60 - $793.96 per heater range for a licensed, bonded and insured contractor and for complex or rush projects. Hire carefully, only after verifying prior work quality.
For the best value on Hot Water Heater Replacement: combine related projects; get bids from several pros; and be flexible about project scheduling.
Cost to Replace a Hot Water Heater - Notes and General Information
The cost estimate includes:
- Costs for local material / equipment delivery to and service provider transportation to and from the job site.
- Costs to prepare the worksite for Hot Water Heater Replacement, including costs to protect existing structure(s), finishes, materials and components.
- Costs for job cleanup and debris removal at project completion.
- Labor setup time, mobilization time and minimum hourly charges that are commonly included for small Hot Water Heater Replacement jobs.
The cost estimate does not include:
- General contractor fees for organizing and supervising the Hot Water Heater Replacement. Add 12.1% to 19.3% to the total cost above if a general contractor will supervise this project.
- Sales tax on materials and supplies.
- Permit or inspection fees (or portion therof) required by your local building department for your overall project.
Cost to Replace a Hot Water Heater - References
- Manual of Standard Estimating Practice American Society of Professional Estimators, Jul 2012, Editorial Staff
- The HUD PATH Rehab Guide Volume 8: HVAC/Plumbing U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Policy Development and Research, Mar 2011, Editorial Staff
- NKBA Bath Planner the National Kitchen and Bath Association, Jul 2012,
- Carpentry & Building Construction, Student Text Glencoe/McGraw-Hill; 6 edition, Jan 2003, Mark Feirer, John Feirer, ISBN 007822702X
