Last updated: September 24, 2026
What affects the price
The final price for a new water heater depends on a few moving parts. First, you have to choose the right fuel source—gas or electric—and decide if you want to stick with a standard tank or upgrade to a tankless model. We also look at the physical space where it sits and whether your current venting or gas lines meet modern safety codes. If we need to move the unit or upgrade plumbing to get it up to speed, that shifts the labor involved. Exact pricing confirmed free on the call.
About this service
Rinnai systems provide on-demand hot water, but internal components like flow sensors or igniters can eventually wear down. If your unit is making unusual sounds or failing to provide steady heat, it is time for a professional assessment. We identify the root cause of the performance drop to restore your system’s efficiency. Costs vary based on the specific part replacement needed. Exact pricing confirmed free on the call.
While you might not think about hot water as much in the summer, it is a great time to evaluate your system’s health. Because the incoming groundwater is warmer, your heater doesn't have to work as hard, making it a stress-free window to replace an aging unit before you hit the busy autumn season.
Frequently asked in St. Louis
How long do hot water heaters typically last?
Traditional tank water heaters usually last 10-15 years, while tankless units like your Rinnai can perform well for 20 years or more with proper maintenance. Factors such as water quality and usage patterns in St. Louis can influence their lifespan. Regular check-ups are recommended.
What is the average cost of putting in a water heater?
What is the most efficient type of water heater?
Tankless water heaters, such as your Rinnai, are highly efficient because they heat water only when it's needed, eliminating standby energy losses. This on-demand heating can lead to significant energy savings for St. Louis households over the lifespan of the unit.
What are signs I need a new water heater?
Look for signs like a dwindling supply of hot water, inconsistent temperatures, unusual noises such as banging or popping, visible leaks around the unit, or discolored water. If you notice these issues in your St. Louis home, it's time to have it inspected.
What is the most common problem with a hot water heater?
For tankless units like Rinnai, common issues can include mineral buildup, igniter problems, or vent obstructions that affect performance. Traditional tanks often face sediment accumulation and anode rod depletion. A professional can swiftly diagnose and resolve these in St. Louis.
Is it worth it to repair a hot water heater?
Repairing a water heater is often a cost-effective solution, especially for newer units or less severe problems. A professional assessment of your Rinnai tankless water heater will determine if a repair is more economical than a replacement. They'll provide expert advice for your St. Louis property.
Also serving nearby: O Fallon · Springfield · Columbia · Champaign · Peoria
More on this: DOE water heating — efficiency and sizing.
Service area details
Serving all of St. Louis — population 281,754; about 4,565 residents per square mile across 61.7 sq mi.
Neighborhoods served in St. Louis: The Hill, Central West End, Soulard, Lafayette Square, Tower Grove South — and every surrounding area.
Areas we serve
Browse by state, then city.
Alabama (4)
All of Alabama · Birmingham · Huntsville · Mobile · Montgomery
Alaska (1)
Arizona (9)
All of Arizona · Chandler · Gilbert · Glendale · Mesa · Peoria · Phoenix · Scottsdale · Tempe · Tucson
Arkansas (1)
California (32)
All of California · Anaheim · Bakersfield · Chula Vista · Elk Grove · Fontana · Fremont · Fresno · Garden Grove · Glendale · Huntington Beach · Irvine · Lancaster · Long Beach · Los Angeles · Modesto · Moreno Valley · Oakland · Oceanside · Ontario · Oxnard · Palmdale · Rancho Cucamonga · Riverside · Sacramento · San Bernardino · San Diego · San Francisco · San Jose · Santa Ana · Santa Clarita · Santa Rosa · Stockton
Colorado (4)
All of Colorado · Aurora · Colorado Springs · Denver · Fort Collins
District of Columbia (1)
Florida (10)
All of Florida · Cape Coral · Fort Lauderdale · Hialeah · Miami · Orlando · Pembroke Pines · Port St. Lucie · St. Petersburg · Tallahassee · Tampa
Georgia (3)
All of Georgia · Atlanta · Augusta-Richmond County · Columbus
Hawaii (1)
Idaho (1)
Illinois (2)
Indiana (2)
Iowa (1)
Kansas (2)
Kentucky (2)
All of Kentucky · Lexington-Fayette · Louisville/Jefferson County
Louisiana (3)
Maryland (1)
Massachusetts (2)
Michigan (2)
Minnesota (2)
Missouri (3)
Nebraska (2)
Nevada (4)
All of Nevada · Henderson · Las Vegas · North Las Vegas · Reno
New Jersey (2)
New Mexico (1)
New York (4)
All of New York · Buffalo · New York · Rochester · Yonkers
North Carolina (7)
All of North Carolina · Cary · Charlotte · Durham · Fayetteville · Greensboro · Raleigh · Winston-Salem
Ohio (4)
All of Ohio · Akron · Cincinnati · Cleveland · Toledo
Oklahoma (1)
Oregon (3)
All of Oregon · Eugene · Portland · Salem
Pennsylvania (2)
Rhode Island (1)
South Dakota (1)
Tennessee (6)
All of Tennessee · Chattanooga · Clarksville · Knoxville · Memphis · Murfreesboro · Nashville-Davidson metropolitan government (balance)
Texas (16)
All of Texas · Amarillo · Arlington · Brownsville · Corpus Christi · El Paso · Fort Worth · Frisco · Garland · Grand Prairie · Houston · Irving · Laredo · Lubbock · McKinney · Plano · San Antonio
Utah (1)
Virginia (5)
All of Virginia · Chesapeake · Newport News · Norfolk · Richmond · Virginia Beach
Washington (4)
All of Washington · Seattle · Spokane · Tacoma · Vancouver
