Straightforward pricing for water heater replacement and tankless installation in China Grove, Mooresville, Kannapolis, Concord, and Salisbury. No hidden fees, no pressure — just an honest number before we start.
The standard atmospheric-vent tank most homes in our area already have. Where your final number lands inside that range comes down to four things.
Five options, installed
Every price below is installed — unit, labor, and the supporting components we find on the visit. Nothing gets added after.
| Option | Installed price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Standard tank | $2,432–$3,360 | A like-for-like replacement where the existing venting still works. |
| Direct vent tank | $3,131–$4,074 | Homes without a usable chimney or flue, where you don't want to add electrical draw. |
| Power vent tank | $5,921–$7,027 | Longer vent runs and tighter interior spaces. Needs a nearby power source. |
| Tankless — new install | $5,877–$7,910 | First-time conversion from a tank. Includes new gas line and venting. |
| Tankless — swap-out | $5,050–$7,090 | Replacing a tankless unit where the gas line and venting are already in place. |
Prices are for residential installation in China Grove, Mooresville, Kannapolis, Concord, and Salisbury, North Carolina.
Pulls combustion air from outside and vents exhaust outside through a sealed, dual-pipe system — no fan required. A good fit for homes needing venting flexibility without added electrical draw.
Uses a built-in fan to push exhaust out through PVC venting, allowing for longer vent runs and more flexible installation locations than standard venting allows. Requires a nearby power source.
Two very different jobs, so two very different numbers. What separates them is whether the gas line and venting already exist.
For homes converting from a tank system to tankless for the first time. Includes new gas line, venting, and any supporting components needed.
For replacing an existing tankless unit, where the gas line and venting are already in place.
$94, waived when you move forward
We give you a real number before any work starts — not a guess, not a lowball that turns into a surprise. Every quote includes labor, materials, and any supporting components identified during the visit, so what we quote is what you pay.
Tell us what's going on and we'll give you a straight answer — same day, whenever possible.
Can't find the answer you're looking for? Give us a call and we'll walk you through it.
Call (704) 798-2659Yes — calls after 7:00 PM and on Saturdays incur an additional $189 after-hours fee.
Yes, the $94 consultant fee is waived when you move forward with the repair or replacement.
Yes, financing is available. Rates and terms are based on credit.
We typically offer same-day or next-day service depending on your location and schedule.
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