Water Heater Replacement in Maryland & DC

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When your water heater isn’t operating at its full potential, the results can be less than satisfactory. Whether you’re rushing through a lukewarm shower every morning or you have to keep cleaning up after your leaking tank, sometimes repairs just aren’t enough.

If your water heater is old and performing poorly, it’s time to start thinking about a water heater replacement. A new water heater can improve your water temperatures and increase your energy efficiency.

Schedule a consultation for your water heater replacement in Gaithersburg today — call James A. Wheat & Sons at (301) 241-9636.

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Selecting a New Water Heater

Replacing your water heater is a big investment, and you need to be sure you select the right system for your home and budget. But with so many options to choose from, how do you know what’s best for you?

There are four kinds of water heaters that are most common in the Gaithersburg area, and they all range in replacement costs and energy efficiency:

1. Conventional water heaters

Conventional water heaters are the most popular type, and they operate by storing hot water in a tank and releasing it as needed. These often have the lowest upfront costs but aren’t as energy-efficient as other types.

2. Demand or tankless water heaters

Demand water heaters (also called tankless water heaters) heat water directly as it passes through a heating element, which eliminates the heat loss usually experienced with storage tanks. They typically have much lower operating costs than conventional water heaters.

3. Heat pump water heaters

Heat pump water heaters use electricity to move heat that has already been generated from one place to another. This makes them highly efficient, so while they have higher initial costs than conventional water heaters, this is offset by their very low operating costs.

4. Indirect water heaters

Indirect water heaters divert water from your boiler to a heat exchanger and then into your faucets. Even though they require a storage tank, they’re the most efficient type of water heater since the stored energy allows the furnace to turn off and on less often.

If you live in Maryland or Washington, DC, and need a water heater replacement, call James A. Wheat & Sons.

Our trained technicians can walk you through the selection process and help you choose the water heater that’s right for you based on fuel availability, size, energy efficiency, and your budget.

Schedule Water Heater Replacement in Maryland or DC

Don’t put up with another lukewarm shower. Trust the James A. Wheat & Sons team to prove prompt, professional water heater replacement and get back to enjoying reliable, energy-efficient hot water.

Contact us today to schedule your water heater replacement in Gaithersburg, Germantown, or surrounding Maryland areas.

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Satisfaction Guaranteed

We stand behind every job we perform, because that’s what it means to be family. Your complete satisfaction is our guarantee.

Upfront
Pricing

You’ll never be stuck with an unexpected bill when your services are complete. We offer upfront, no-surprise pricing, so you can rest assured you’re only paying for the high-quality work you receive.

Trained
Technicians

Our secret to offering the best service in the business is simple. We hire quality people and continually train them to provide the best customer experience possible. We train weekly on service, equipment, diagnosis, and more. You can rest assured that our technicians will bring the industry expertise necessary to exceed your expectations.

Extended
Warranties

We work continuously to keep up with recalls, extended warranties, and notices regarding all plumbing, heating, and AC equipment that we may come in contact with in your home.

Commitment
to Community

We believe that as we grow, so should our community—that’s why we look for every opportunity possible to give back.

Special
Financing

We understand the financial strain that often accompanies new system installation, home remodeling, or unexpected service calls. That’s why we offer special financing to keep your household budget intact. Financing is subject to approved credit

Satisfaction Guaranteed

We stand behind every job we perform, because that’s what it means to be family. Your complete satisfaction is our guarantee.

Upfront
Pricing

You’ll never be stuck with an unexpected bill when your services are complete. We offer upfront, no-surprise pricing, so you can rest assured you’re only paying for the high-quality work you receive.

Trained
Technicians

Our secret to offering the best service in the business is simple. We hire quality people and continually train them to provide the best customer experience possible. We train weekly on service, equipment, diagnosis, and more. You can rest assured that our technicians will bring the industry expertise necessary to exceed your expectations.

Extended
Warranties

We work continuously to keep up with recalls, extended warranties, and notices regarding all plumbing, heating, and AC equipment that we may come in contact with in your home.

Commitment to Community

We believe that as we grow, so should our community—that’s why we look for every opportunity possible to give back.

Easy
Financing

We understand the financial strain that often accompanies new system installation, home remodeling, or unexpected service calls. That’s why we offer easy financing to keep your household budget intact.

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