Water Heater Installation & Repair
Traditional tank and tankless water heater installs, repairs, and replacements.
A water heater failure rarely happens at a convenient time — cold showers, a leaking tank, or a pilot light that won't stay lit usually shows up as an emergency. Bear Plumbing installs, repairs, and replaces both traditional tank and tankless water heaters for homeowners, condo associations, and commercial properties across South Florida.
Every installation starts with sizing the unit correctly for the property — bedroom and bathroom count for homes, or occupancy and peak demand for multi-family and commercial buildings — so you're not stuck with a tank that runs out of hot water or an oversized unit burning excess energy.
What's Included
- Tank-style water heater installation, replacement, and repair (electric & gas)
- Tankless / on-demand water heater installation and servicing
- Thermostat, heating element, and pressure relief valve repair
- Leak diagnosis and tank replacement before a failure causes water damage
- Code-compliant permitting and installation for new construction and remodels
- Commercial and multi-family water heater systems & recirculation lines
Signs You May Need This Service
- Water takes longer to heat up, or runs out faster than it used to
- Rusty or discolored hot water, or a metallic smell
- Rumbling, popping, or banging noises from the tank
- Water pooling around the base of the unit
- The unit is 8–12+ years old (typical lifespan for a tank-style heater)
Our Process
Inspect & Diagnose
We check the existing unit, water pressure, and venting or gas lines to find the real issue.
Recommend the Right Fit
Tank or tankless, sized for your household or property, with an upfront price before we start.
Install or Repair
Code-compliant work from licensed plumbers, with permits pulled where required.
Test & Walk Through
We test temperature, pressure, and safety shut-offs, and explain maintenance going forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on hot water demand, available space, and budget. Tankless units cost more upfront but take up less space and don't run out of hot water; tank units are typically less expensive to install. We'll walk through the trade-offs for your specific property.
A straightforward like-for-like tank replacement is often done same-day. Tankless conversions or commercial systems can take longer depending on gas line, venting, or electrical work required.
Yes — we install and maintain water heater systems for condo associations, apartment buildings, and commercial properties, including recirculation lines and larger-capacity systems.