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Water Heater Repair & Replacement in Minneapolis, MN

Compare 5 local water heater repair & replacement pros. Typical service: $319–$1115.

Top Water Heater Repair & Replacement Companies in Minneapolis

  1. 1.Hurlburt Heating & Plumbing

    5.0★ (544 reviews)

    5.0★ from 544 reviews

    +16129000280Website

  2. 2.Soderlin Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning

    4.7★ (300 reviews)

    4.7★ from 300 reviews

    +16124097388Website

  3. 3.O'Boys Plumbing, Furnace & AC Repair

    5.0★ (187 reviews)

    5.0★ from 187 reviews

    +17632005622Website

  4. 4.Jake The Plumber

    4.6★ (126 reviews)

    4.6★ from 126 reviews

    +16512125253Website

  5. 5.Minneapolis Plumbers

    5.0★ (8 reviews)

    5.0★ from 8 reviews

    +16122482220Website

Water Heater Repair & Replacement Cost in Minneapolis

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Minneapolis
Water heater repair$319–$1,115/job
Tank water heater replacement$1,912–$3,983/job
Tankless water heater install$3,186–$7,965/job
Flush and maintenance$159–$398/visit

Water Heater Repair & Replacement prices in Minneapolis run about 59% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 5 companies serving Minneapolis, rated 4.9★ on average across 1,165 customer reviews.

Minneapolis Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Minneapolis's weather means for scheduling water heater repair & replacement.

Last spring frost
April 22
First fall frost
October 13
Annual precipitation
32.81"
Heating degree days
7,383
Cooling degree days
950
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan7.5°24.5°0.96"
Feb12.7°29.3°0.6"
Mar24.4°42.1°1.61"
Apr38°59°3.11"
May50.1°71.5°3.81"
Jun59.8°81.4°4.44"
Jul65.2°86.1°4.45"
Aug63.3°83.5°4.25"
Sep54.2°74°3.48"
Oct41°58.9°2.88"
Nov27.1°41.1°1.93"
Dec12.1°26.9°1.29"

NOAA station data 1.48 miles from Minneapolis.

Permits & Regulations in MN

Permit typically required

  • A Minnesota plumbing contractor license is required for plumbing work in communities with a population over 5,000
  • The threshold is population-based rather than dollar-based, so the same job may or may not require a licensed contractor depending on the town
  • Licensing runs through the Department of Labor and Industry

License required: Minnesota DLI plumbing contractor license (communities over 5,000 population)

Sources: www.dli.mn.gov

Water Heater Repair & Replacement FAQs for Minneapolis

How much does water heater repair cost in Minneapolis?

Water heater repair in Minneapolis typically runs $319-$1115; full tank replacement costs considerably more.

How many water heater pros serve Minneapolis?

We track 5 water heater specialists and plumbers serving Minneapolis.

Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in Minneapolis, MN?

In MN, A Minnesota plumbing contractor license is required for plumbing work in communities with a population over 5,000. Water heater replacement commonly requires a permit in Minneapolis because of gas, venting and relief-valve requirements.

Is water heater work in Minneapolis more expensive than average?

Water heater work in Minneapolis runs about +59.3% versus the national average.

Why does my water heater struggle in Minneapolis winters?

When Minneapolis lows reach 8F, incoming water is much colder, so a tank takes longer to recover and a heater with sediment or a weak element runs out of hot water sooner.

Is a tankless water heater worth it in Minneapolis?

Minneapolis averages 7,383 heating degree days a year. The colder the incoming water, the larger a tankless unit has to be to keep up with showers, which drives its price.

How often should a water heater be flushed in Minneapolis?

Once a year is standard in Minneapolis; flushing removes sediment that shortens tank life. Repairs caught early typically cost $319-$1115.

Does summer heat affect water heaters in Minneapolis?

Less than winter: with highs near 86F in Minneapolis, incoming water is warm and heaters work least, which is why summer is a good time to schedule a replacement.