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ABD Plumbing
Bradford White water heater on a hanging platform with a pan, a Watts expansion tank and copper supply lines

Water heater installation in Madison

About 15 miles from our Decatur base

We install gas, electric and tankless water heaters in Madison, and replace old tanks with removal included.

(256) 221-2847 Mon–Fri 8am–8pm
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Signs it's time for a new water heater in Madison

What you might be seeing

Seeing one of these? Call (256) 221-2847 and tell us which number. It helps us plan the visit.

  1. The tank is ten years old or more

  2. Rust or a leak coming from the tank itself

  3. Repairs keep adding up

  4. You run out of hot water more than you used to

  5. You want a tankless heater or a bigger tank

Water heater replacement around Madison

Madison homes range from established houses to newer subdivisions, with varied heater locations and plumbing layouts. A tank in a garage, closet or utility space needs a replacement that fits its connections and clearance. A failed valve or heating part calls for water heater repair in Madison. We identify the work and cost before work starts.

New water heater options for Madison homes

If your old tank is due for replacement, gas, electric and tankless models are options. Tankless units need a different setup from a standard tank, so the space and connections shape the installation. The water heater installation overview explains the service across the area. During replacement, we remove and haul away the old tank.

Gas water heater installation details

A gas heater needs a sound vent path, secure water connections and a safe spot for the tank. Existing venting and heater connections get checked and updated for the new unit. In a garage or utility closet, a drain pan directs leaks toward a drain when the layout allows. An expansion tank handles pressure changes in a closed plumbing system when needed. Electric heaters need the right water connections and electrical hookup for the selected unit. The room and existing setup guide the work.

Installation service from Decatur to Madison

Madison’s suburban setting includes compact utility spaces and larger garages, so access and tank placement matter during a swap. That mix affects how the old unit comes out and where the replacement fits. Garage access also affects removal and placement. ABD Plumbing is based in Decatur, about 15 miles from Madison, and serves Madison County. During installation, we disconnect and drain the old tank, then move it out. We set the replacement and reconnect the plumbing and gas or electrical supply. We check for leaks and test operation. Nearby service includes Huntsville and Meridianville.

For other plumbing work in town, see plumbing in Madison.

How a water heater installation job goes in Madison

From the first call to clean-up

  1. 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.

  2. Step 2: Price it up front

    You hear the price for the heater and the install, including any new valves or an expansion tank.

  3. Step 3: Swap the tank

    We drain and disconnect the old tank, set the new one, and connect water, gas or power and venting.

  4. 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

  • Small water heater and expansion tank mounted above a new mop sink in a metal-walled utility room Water heater set above a new mop sink

Reviews from north Alabama customers

5.0 out of 5 from 38 Google reviews

Feb 2025 · Google

ABD Plumbing, Everything was a mess, until I called ABD Plumbing. Gerald came right away.Gave me a great estimate and was very professional…

Linda L.
May 2026 · Google

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…

C W.
Mar 2019 · Google

Water Heater replacement. Called and they were here within 1 hour. Replaced with very good water heater. Very knowledgeable, professional and organized…

Cinda R.

Water heater installation in nearby towns

From our base in Decatur

Questions about water heater installation service in Madison

Can you replace a gas water heater in a Madison home?

Yes. We replace gas tank water heaters, connect the new unit, and check its venting and nearby plumbing as part of the installation.

Do you install electric and tankless water heaters in Madison?

Yes. We install electric tank heaters and tankless units in Madison homes. A tankless unit is sized for the home's hot-water use and the gas line or electric service already there.

What gets checked when a heater is replaced in Madison?

We check the water connections, shutoff and drain setup, plus the vent on a gas unit. We add an expansion tank or drain pan when the installation calls for one.

Does ABD Plumbing serve Madison from Decatur?

Yes. Madison is about 15 miles from our Decatur base. We also serve nearby Huntsville and Meridianville.

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 Madison?

Tell us what's going on and we'll set a time. Or send the form and we'll call you back.

(256) 221-2847 Mon–Fri 8am–8pm
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(256) 221-2847 Mon–Fri 8am–8pm