Water Heater Repair & Replacement

When the hot water quits, you want it back today. We find out why, tell you whether a repair makes sense or the heater is done, and install the replacement cleanly when it's time.

What we handle

Tank water heater repair
Water heater replacement
Tankless water heater installation
Annual flush and sediment removal
Pilot, thermocouple and gas valve repair
Expansion tanks and code upgrades

Signs you need it

No hot water, or it runs out fast
Water pooling around the base of the tank
Rumbling or popping from the tank
Rusty or smelly hot water
The heater is 10+ years old

Tuskin plumber working on a gas water heater in an outdoor closet

Water heater flushfrom $199

Water heater repairfrom $799

Best for

Homes with a failing, leaking or aging water heater, and anyone switching to tankless

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Plumbing emergency?

What to do right now

24/7: (562) 200-1065

1
Shut off the water
Close the fixture's valve or the main shutoff where the line enters the house or at the meter.
2
Protect the house
Kill power to wet areas at the breaker, move valuables and photograph damage for insurance.
3
Smell gas? Get out
Leave first, then call the gas company or 911 from outside. Don't flip switches.
4
Call Tuskin
We answer emergencies 24/7 and talk you through it while a plumber heads over.

Why Tuskin Plumbing

The herd you can count on

01
Same-day service
Most calls get a plumber the same day, so a leak or a backup doesn't turn into a bigger repair.
02
Clear communication
You'll hear what's wrong, what it takes to fix and what it costs before we start. No surprises on the bill.
03
Done right the first time
Reliable work every time, so you aren't calling a second plumber to fix the first one's job.
04
Part of The Herd
Every customer gets treated like part of The Herd: respected, protected and never left behind.

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FAQ

Water heaters questions

All 34 answers

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Should I repair or replace my water heater?

As a general rule, a tank water heater lasts about 8 to 12 years. If yours is in that range and leaking from the tank, replacement is usually the better value. Younger heaters with a bad thermocouple, gas valve, element or thermostat are usually worth repairing. Tuskin Plumbing will give you both options and an honest recommendation.

Do you install tankless water heaters in Los Angeles?

Yes. Tuskin Plumbing installs tankless water heaters, including the gas line, venting and water connections a tankless unit needs. Tankless heaters take less space and make hot water on demand, though they cost more up front than a tank.

How often should I flush my water heater?

Most manufacturers recommend flushing a tank water heater about once a year, and Southern California's hard water makes it more important. Sediment buildup makes the heater noisy, less efficient and shorter-lived. A water heater flush from Tuskin Plumbing starts at $199.

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