Water Heater Repair & Replacement in Riverside, CA

Plumbing MATTers Rooter & Plumbing Services

No hot water, a tank that’s leaking, or a heater making noises it never used to make? We repair and replace every kind of water heater, including tank, tankless, gas, electric and heat pump, and install them to code with earthquake strapping and permits.

Call (909) 714-2207 for water heater service. Water heater leaking right now? We take emergency calls 24/7.

Signs your water heater needs attention

No hot water, or it runs out faster than it used to
Water that’s lukewarm or swings between hot and cold
Water pooling around the base of the tank
Rusty or discolored hot water
Rumbling, popping or banging from sediment buildup in the tank
A rotten egg smell from the hot water
The pilot light keeps going out on a gas heater
The heater is 10+ years old. Most tank heaters are nearing the end of their life by then

Repair or replace?

A repair often makes sense when the heater is fairly young and the problem is a part, like a thermostat, heating element, gas valve, thermocouple or pressure relief valve. Replacement usually makes more sense when the tank itself is leaking, the heater is old, or repairs are adding up. We’ll tell you honestly which way we’d go.

Water heaters we install and repair

Tank water heaters

Gas and electric tank heaters in all common sizes.

Tankless water heaters

Endless hot water on demand and a smaller footprint. Gas and electric tankless units, including gas line upgrades when needed. See gas line services.

Heat pump water heaters

A high-efficiency electric option that uses far less energy than a standard electric tank.

Brands

We install and service the major brands, including Rheem, Bradford White, A.O. Smith, Navien and Rinnai.

Installed to code

Every water heater replacement includes what California code requires:

Earthquake strapping to secure the heater
Expansion tank where required
Permits pulled for the installation
Proper venting, gas and water connections, and a working pressure relief valve

Water heater maintenance

A little maintenance extends the life of your heater and keeps it running efficiently:

Tank flushing to clear the sediment that causes noise and wears out the tank
Tankless descaling to remove mineral buildup from hard water
Anode rod replacement. The anode rod protects the tank from rusting from the inside

What our customers say

We have a 5.0 rating from more than 450 Google reviews.

“Awesome service from Matt and his team. I called first thing in the morning for a water heater replacement and he was at my house literally 10 minutes after we spoke on the phone. He quoted me a good price to replace my failing water heater and also found a leak that I did even know I had going into the water heater.”
Chris H., Google review

“Matt installed a new water heater for me. He was very helpful and polite. He responded quickly and he was extremely knowledgeable.”
Doug G., Google review

Water heater FAQs

How long does a water heater last?

Tank water heaters typically last around 8 to 12 years. Tankless units often last longer with regular descaling.

Tank or tankless: which should I get?

Tank heaters cost less up front. Tankless heaters provide endless hot water, take up less space and use energy only when you need hot water. We’ll help you weigh it for your household.

Why is my water heater making noise?

Usually sediment that’s settled at the bottom of the tank. Flushing can help. If it’s old and loud, replacement may be the better call.

Do you pull permits for water heater replacement?

Yes. We pull the required permits and install with earthquake strapping and an expansion tank where required.

My water heater is leaking. What should I do?

Turn off the cold water valve on top of the heater, switch off the gas or the breaker, and call us. We take emergency calls 24/7.

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Need water heater service in Riverside or the Inland Empire? Call Plumbing MATTers at (909) 714-2207.

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When we perform plumbing services, you can rest assured that they are done right! Plumbing MATTers Rooter & Plumbing Services is a fully licensed and insured plumbing contractor in the great state of California. Our plumbers are highly skilled, knowledgeable, and will communicate throughout the entire project with patience and understanding. We are also well-equipped to handle any plumbing needs—from drain cleaning to faucet repair to re-routes, leak detection and more.

We know what it is like to have the misfortune of an unexpected plumbing situation. Our friendly plumbers will arrive at your door on time, in clean uniform, ready to work. Rest assured we will always respect you and your property – we won’t leave a mess behind, and always clean up once the job is finished.

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Client Testimonials

Matt installed a new water heater for me. He was very helpful and polite. He responded quickly and he was extremely knowledgeable. He offered a great value for the services he performed, his quotes are much cheaper than his competitors. He was extremely professional. He arrived on time, got the job done quickly and explained everything thoroughly, and cleaned up afterwards. I would definitely hire him again for any future plumbing needs.

Matt was awesome! He was at my house within 30 minutes, instead of enjoying his day off. He repaired my leak at the water meter. He was cordial, professional, timely and reasonably priced. I have a list of other items I want him to fix! I would recommend him to anyone looking for a great plumber! Lyn, Corona resident

I came home from work to a massive leak coming from my water heater and tried calling about a million other plumbers with no luck! I called Plumbing MATTers Rooter and Plumbing Services and was greeted by a pleasant gentleman who was available within the hour! Matt was able to replace my water heater that same day too and at a great price! He was very knowledgeable and professional, I will 100% be recommending to friends and family!

I found Plumbing Matters Rooter and Plumbing services online via Yelp. I filled out the quick quote survey and Matthew responded almost immediately. He was very straightforward, provided a quote right then and there and said if he’s not able to unclog my toilet then there’s no charge to me. He also happened to be in the area so he swung over the same day like 30 minutes later. Matthew was awesome - very professional, courteous and friendly. Got my toilet back up and running after he got out a toothbrush (of all things!) that my son must have flushed down the toilet. He also showed me how I can fix issues like this in the future on my own by buying a tool at Home Depot. I would definitely definitely recommend these guys!!

Matthew Hodkinson of Plumbing MATTers came over and replaced my toilet! He also explained everything to me as he went along. He was professional and gave me a really good price! I will definitely use him in the future for any of my plumbing needs!! Thanks, Kathy!

What a great plumbing company! Matt came out to my home right away and took care of a big sewer problem. All my toilets were backed up! Matt was knowledgeable and cleared the sewer line from the roof vent. I am so glad I called Plumbing MATTers. The pricing is fair and the costumer service is outstanding! I highly recommend.