Water Heater Services
Hot Water.
Installed Right.
Tank or tankless, replacement or first install — S.W.A.T. Plumbing handles the sizing, the gas line, the venting, the permit, and the inspection. Standard tank swaps complete same-day; tankless conversions inside one full day.
Choose Your System
Tankless or tank.
Both done right.
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Tankless Water Heaters
Tankless heaters deliver endless hot water in a fraction of the space — when they're sized, gas-fed, and installed correctly. S.W.A.T. Plumbing handles the install the right way: load calc, gas line resizing, vent path, and city sign-off.
- Tankless water heater installation (whole-house gas)
- Tank-to-tankless conversion
- Tankless replacement (existing unit failure or upgrade)
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Tank Water Heater Installation
When the old tank starts leaking, you need it gone today — not in three days. S.W.A.T. Plumbing carries standard residential tanks on the truck, pulls the permit, installs to code, and most swaps complete same-day.
- Standard gas tank water heater install (40, 50, 75-gallon)
- Electric tank water heater install
- Power-vent and direct-vent gas tank install
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Side-By-Side
Tank vs Tankless.
Honest tradeoffs.
No sales spin. The decision depends on your household, ownership horizon, and budget — here's what each system actually costs and delivers.
Why S.W.A.T.
Heater install
done the right way.
Same-Day Swaps
- Standard tanks on truck
- Most replacements 4–6 hours
- Hot water restored same day
Permits + Sign-Off
- City permit pulled
- T&P, expansion tank, vent to code
- Inspection included
Brand-Agnostic
- Rinnai, Navien, Rheem, A.O. Smith
- Recommendation by warranty + reliability
- No installer-rebate pushing
Common Questions
Answered before
you have to ask.
Should I replace my tank water heater with another tank or upgrade to tankless?
Honest answer: depends on the household. A tank-to-tank swap is faster, cheaper, and a known quantity. Tankless is the upgrade if you want unlimited hot water, lower long-term operating costs, smaller footprint, or longer service life (20+ years vs 8–12 for tanks). For most homes staying in place 7+ years, tankless pays back. For shorter ownership horizons or low-demand homes, tank is the smarter financial call. We'll be honest about your specific case.
How long does a water heater installation take in Aledo or Fort Worth?
A standard same-unit tank replacement runs 4–6 hours from shut-off to hot water restored. A tank-to-tankless conversion is typically one full day on site, with hot water restored before we leave. Tankless-replacing-tankless installs run 5–7 hours. Fuel-type changes, venting upgrades, or relocations add time — we give a realistic estimate before approval.
Do I need a water softener with a tankless water heater?
Strong recommendation in North Texas. Hardness in Aledo, Weatherford, and unincorporated areas runs 10–15 grains per gallon — enough to scale tankless heat exchangers within 12–18 months without treatment. Manufacturers void warranties on scale-damaged heat exchangers. A whole-house softener pays for itself in tankless longevity. We test and discuss before committing.
What size water heater do I need for my home?
Tank rule of thumb: 40-gallon for 1–2 person households, 50-gallon for 2–4 person, 75-gallon for 4+ or homes with jet tubs or multi-head showers. Tankless sizing is by GPM (gallons per minute) at peak simultaneous use — a 9 GPM unit handles two showers + a sink simultaneously in North Texas climates. The right answer depends on simultaneous-use patterns; we'll ask the right questions before recommending.
How long does a water heater last in North Texas?
Standard residential tanks: 8–12 years for gas, 10–15 years for electric. North Texas water chemistry (moderate-to-high hardness, varying chloride) shortens tank lifespan compared to softer-water regions. Annual sediment flushes and anode rod inspection at year 5 can stretch lifespan considerably. Tankless heaters last 20+ years with annual descaling and softened water. We flag unit age on every maintenance visit so replacement can be planned.
What customers say about our
Water Heater Services.
Live“My A/C was leaking because of a backup in the main drain pipe. The tech Tyler was beyond communicative, patient, and tenacious to fix this. He stayed until almost 6p troubleshooting and sticking with the plan of action that freed the issue. Great guy and great service. As a bonus, I requested the soonest available service and when there was a cancellation that pulled my appointment forward by one day. One earlier day with A/C in Mya in Texas. Win! I was provided them through my home warranty service. I will definitely request them again. Tyler was the man!”
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