Water heater installation in Decatur
Our home base since 2013
We install gas, electric and tankless water heaters in Decatur, and replace worn tanks with removal included.
Signs it's time for a new water heater in Decatur
What you might be seeing
Seeing one of these? Call (256) 221-2847 and tell us which number. It helps us plan the visit.
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The tank is ten years old or more
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Rust or a leak coming from the tank itself
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Repairs keep adding up
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You run out of hot water more than you used to
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You want a tankless heater or a bigger tank
Water heater installation for Decatur homes
A leaking tank leaves water near a utility closet, garage, or service space. Decatur homes range from older houses with established plumbing to newer construction. The replacement must fit the unit’s space and leave room for service. Years of heating water wear the tank until a seam leaks. A failed heating part may still be repairable, so we check the heater and its connections first. Then we recommend water heater repair in Decatur or replacement. You hear the repair plan and cost before work begins.
Gas and electric water heater replacement in Decatur
A replacement needs the right connections for the gas or electric tank already in your home. For gas units, we check the vent path and connect the new heater to a sound vent. We inspect the shut-off valve and water lines on both types. The plumbing setup tells us if an expansion tank or drain pan is needed. A pan needs a clear path for water to drain, so room layout matters. When the old tank has failed, we drain it, move it out, and haul it away.
New tankless water heater installation in Decatur
A tankless unit needs wall space and connections that suit its installation. We install tankless heaters and new gas or electric tank water heaters. Tankless work covers installation only. Compare a tank replacement with a new install through our water heater installation service. We check the proposed unit’s fit and connection needs before installation.
Water heater service from Decatur to nearby towns
A heater that leaks or stops working needs the right connection work. ABD Plumbing is based in Decatur, on the south bank of the Tennessee River beside Wheeler Lake. We install water heaters across Decatur and serve nearby Hartselle and Athens. Homeowners and rental property managers hear which connections the job needs. We explain when the setup calls for a drain pan or expansion tank before installation. The job connects the water supply and energy source, checks for leaks, and confirms the heater runs. For other plumbing needs in town, see plumbing in Decatur.
How a water heater installation job goes in Decatur
From the first call to clean-up
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Step 1: Match the heater
We look at the fuel, the space, the venting and how much hot water your house uses, then recommend a size.
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Step 2: Price it up front
You hear the price for the heater and the install, including any new valves or an expansion tank.
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Step 3: Swap the tank
We drain and disconnect the old tank, set the new one, and connect water, gas or power and venting.
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Step 4: Fire it and haul off
We fill it, bring it up to temperature, check for leaks and take the old tank with us.
Recent water heater installation jobs
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Water heater set above a new mop sink
Reviews from north Alabama customers
5.0 out of 5 from 38 Google reviews
ABD Plumbing, Everything was a mess, until I called ABD Plumbing. Gerald came right away.Gave me a great estimate and was very professional…
I needed a water heater quickly as my 17 year old gas water heater was leaking. I got a quote in a few days for a reasonable price. My new Bradford White water heater was installed the next day…
Water Heater replacement. Called and they were here within 1 hour. Replaced with very good water heater. Very knowledgeable, professional and organized…
Water heater installation in nearby towns
From our base in Decatur
Questions about water heater installation service in Decatur
Do you install a tankless water heater in Decatur?
Yes. We install tankless water heaters in Decatur homes. We check the space and connections so the new unit fits the plumbing setup.
What happens to my old tank during replacement?
We disconnect and drain the old water heater, then haul it away. We connect and check the replacement before finishing.
Does a Decatur gas water heater need venting checked?
Yes. We check the vent path and connect the new gas heater to it. We also check nearby plumbing and whether the setup needs an expansion tank or drain pan.
Do you replace electric water heaters in Decatur rentals?
Yes. We replace electric tank water heaters in rental homes and owner-occupied houses. We check the connections and heater location before setting the replacement.
What are your hours?
Monday to Friday, 8am to 8pm. Weekends by appointment. Call (256) 221-2847 to set a time.
Who owns ABD Plumbing?
Gerald Farrish Jr. owns and runs ABD Plumbing. He is an Alabama master plumber and started the company in 2013.
Need water heater installation service in Decatur?
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