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Summary: Electric vs Gas Water Heater Average Costs
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Electric water heaters range in cost as little as $300 to as much as $1,500<\/strong>, not including installation costs. Gas water heaters average in cost from around $400 to as high as $2,000<\/strong>, not including labor fees. Installation typically costs about as much as the water heater.<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t
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*Source: Homeadvisor.com users<\/p>\n Electric water heater costs depend on the size of the unit, whether it has a storage tank, and the difficulty of installation. Though electric heaters typically have lower upfront costs than gas models, they cost more to operate in most places.<\/p>\n
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\n<\/ul>\n Gas water heater costs also depend on whether it has a storage tank, the unit’s size, and the difficulty of the installation. While gas models cost more upfront, they generally offer lower operational costs in comparison to electric heaters.<\/p>\n Tell us some details about your needs and get connected to pre-screened companies in your area. Compare free price quotes from multiple companies and save time and money instantly! No obligations to hire or purchase ever!<\/p>\n Find a Water Heater Pro >><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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\n<\/ul>\n If your current gas line needs to be extended or you do not have a gas line, expect to pay more for the cost of that labor. Prices vary depending on the difficult of extension or installation.<\/p>\n You want a water heater that offers the best possible energy efficiency for your budget and needs. The easiest way to do this is to use the yellow Energy Guide label found on most appliances. In the top left corner your will find the capacity first hour rating (FHR). The goal is to find a unit with an FHR that matches within one or two gallons of your peak hour demand. You may also use this calculator to figure out the energy cost of current or potential water heaters.<\/p>\n A gas water heater runs on natural gas or propane and requires a gas line running to the home. Gas units offer lower operational costs, but can be expensive to install if you do not have a gas line.<\/p>\n
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\n <\/ul>\n Tell us some details about your needs and get connected to pre-screened companies in your area. Compare free price quotes from multiple companies and save time and money instantly! No obligations to hire or purchase ever!<\/p>\n Find a Water Heater Pro >><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Electric water heaters run off electricity and are a great option if you do not have a gas line or do not want to pay the high cost of installing one.<\/p>\n
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\n <\/ul>\n Around 18 percent of your home’s energy use comes from water heating, which often means higher costs. Luckily, there are always additional steps you can take to help reduce water usage and save on expenses over the life of your water heater.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n Boston, MA<\/td>\n 02108<\/td>\n $1,271<\/td>\n
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