Most water heaters we replace in Southwest Florida are electric tank heaters between 30 and 50 gallons. Over the past year, half of our customers paid between $2,250 and $2,900 to replace one, including installation, removal of the old heater and any add-ons on the job.
The numbers below come from our own invoices and our current price book. Want a different kind of heater? See our tankless water heater cost guide.
What our customers paid
Each range is the middle half of our jobs: half of our customers paid within it, a quarter paid less and a quarter paid more. These are whole-job totals from our invoices dated November 1, 2025 to October 31, 2026, including add-ons, permits and any discounts on the job, rounded to the nearest $50.
| Water heater | Jobs | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Electric, 30 to 50 gallons (standard) | 350 | $2,250 to $2,900 |
| 30 gallons or smaller | 49 | $2,200 to $2,550 |
| 40 gallons | 146 | $2,200 to $2,900 |
| 50 gallons | 151 | $2,250 to $3,150 |
| Electric Marathon, 40 to 50 gallons | 40 | $3,900 to $4,550 |
| Electric, 80 gallons | 11 | $6,150 to $7,550 |
| Natural gas or propane tank | 13 | $2,900 to $4,200 |
Today’s prices for common options
From our price book on November 2, 2026. Each price includes removing and disposing of your old heater, the new heater, hot and cold water connections (up to 5 feet of pipe) to your existing shut-off valves, and reconnecting your existing electric or gas. Extra electrical work needed to bring wiring up to code is not included unless your estimate lists it.
| Water heater | Price |
|---|---|
| Electric, 30 to 50 gallons (regular, tall or low-boy) | $2,401 to $2,649 |
| Electric Marathon (non-metal tank), 40 to 50 gallons | $4,022 to $4,247 |
| Electric, 80 gallons | $5,929 |
| Hybrid (heat pump) electric, 50 or 80 gallons | $6,270 or $8,721 |
| Natural gas or propane, 40 to 50 gallons, standard vent | $3,327 to $3,602 |
| Natural gas or propane, power vent | $6,030 to $6,507 |
Add-ons, only when your home needs them:
| Add-on | Price |
|---|---|
| Expansion tank (2 gallon) | $372 |
| Drain pan (22 to 24 inch) | $584 |
| Electrical disconnect box | $537 to $861 |
| Hardwired electrical connection | $241 |
| Permit, when required | $175 |
| Optional extended warranty, 8 or 10 years | $479 or $579 |
What changes the price
- Size and type. A bigger tank, a Marathon, an 80 gallon or a hybrid heat pump model costs more than a standard 30 to 50 gallon electric heater.
- Gas or electric. Gas and propane heaters need gas and vent connections. Power-vent models cost more than standard-vent models.
- Where it sits. Low-boy models fit under counters. A heater in an attic or closet may need a drain pan to protect your home from a leak.
- Bringing it up to code. Some homes need an expansion tank, a new electrical disconnect or new shut-off valves.
- Permit. If your job needs one, the permit is listed as its own line on your estimate.
Repair or replace?
If the tank itself is leaking, it cannot be repaired, and the heater needs to be replaced. Many other problems can be fixed. Today’s price-book prices for common repairs:
| Repair | Price |
|---|---|
| Heating element replacement (electric) | $487 |
| Temperature and pressure relief valve replacement | $451 |
| Anode rod replacement | $565 |
| Expansion tank replacement (2 gallon) | $372 |
| Flush and inspection | $123 |
If your heater is older and needs a costly repair, ask your technician to price both the repair and a replacement so you can compare.
Southwest Florida factors
- Hard water. Our water is high in minerals, which settle in the bottom of the tank as sediment. A flush and inspection ($123) clears it out.
- Garages, closets and attics. Homes here are usually built on a concrete slab with no basement, so the water heater is often in a garage, closet or attic. Where a leak would damage your home, a drain pan is worth it.
- Hurricane season. Hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30. If floodwater reaches your water heater, do not use it until it has been checked.
- Permits. Collier County, Lee County and cities like Naples, Fort Myers, Cape Coral and Bonita Springs run their own permits and inspections. If your job needs a permit, it is on your estimate.
How to get an exact price
Call (239) 215-3330 or send us a message. A technician will check your current heater and show you your options and prices before any work starts. Ask for the estimate in writing if you would like time to decide. Financing is available with approved credit.
More about our water heater services, tankless water heaters and how our pricing works.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to replace a water heater in Southwest Florida?
For a standard 30 to 50 gallon electric tank heater, half of our customers paid between $2,250 and $2,900 from November 2025 to October 2026, including installation and add-ons. Today’s price-book price for that installation is $2,401 to $2,649.
Why does a gas water heater cost more?
Gas and propane heaters need gas and vent connections, and power-vent models need extra equipment. In our current price book, standard-vent gas and propane heaters are $3,327 to $3,602 and power-vent models are $6,030 to $6,507.
Is removing my old water heater included?
Yes. Our water heater replacement prices include removing and disposing of your old heater.
Do I need an expansion tank?
Some homes do. Your technician will tell you whether yours does. A 2 gallon expansion tank is $372 in our current price book.
Can a leaking water heater be repaired?
If the tank itself leaks, no, it needs to be replaced. Leaks from a valve or fitting can often be repaired.
Do you offer financing?
Yes, with approved credit. See our financing options.
Prices on this page were last checked on November 2, 2026.