Tank Water Heater Installation in Lakeland, FL.

Stuart’s Plumbing handles tank water heater installation in Lakeland, FL, along with repair and replacement of conventional storage tanks. The traditional tank is still the most common water heater in Lakeland homes, and we help you choose a unit sized to your household.

Tank Water Heater Services.

We handle tank water heater installation, repair, and replacement across the Lakeland area.

Installation.

New tank water heater installation for upgrades, replacements, and switching fuel types.

Repair.

Service for leaks, no hot water, and failed parts on your storage tank.

Replacement.

Conventional water heater replacement when an aging tank is no longer worth repairing.

Tank water heaters, or traditional storage tank heaters, are a type of conventional water heater that relies on a conventional heating system for your hot water needs and have been around for over 100 years. Remember the Norwegian immigrant inventor Edwin Ruud? Conventional water heaters still follow the design he patented back in 1897.

How Does It Work?

Traditional storage tank water heaters have two main components: the storage tank and the element. An electric heater has two elements, while a gas heater uses a single burner plate method. Tank heaters also have a thermostat you can use to set or adjust water temperature heat levels. When your water goes into the tank, heating begins at your preset temperature. Then, when all the water has been heated, the heater shuts off. If the hot water runs out or cools, the heater will automatically resume its duties.

What We Love.

Since these kinds of heaters have been around for so long, they are more affordable. This means if you are looking to install conventional heaters you will not have to worry about a hefty upfront investment.

Common Tank Water Heater Problems.

A storage tank usually shows warning signs before it quits. Call us if you notice no hot water, not enough hot water, water taking too long to heat, leaking from the tank or its connections, rumbling or popping noises, rust-colored or odd-smelling hot water, or hot water that runs warm then cold. Our experienced technicians diagnose the cause and recommend the fix.

Repair or Replace Your Tank?

A single failed part, like a thermostat, heating element, or pilot assembly, is often a reasonable repair. Replacement tends to make more sense when the tank itself leaks, the unit is well past its useful life, or repairs are adding up. We give you an honest recommendation and the cost before you decide.

Sizing and Choosing Your Tank.

Choosing the right storage tank comes down to your household’s hot-water demand, the tank capacity, the space available, your energy source, and efficiency. A 40-gallon tank suits smaller households, and a 40 gallon water heater installation is a common pick for one or two people, while larger families usually do better with a 50 or 80-gallon unit. We confirm the right size before any tank water heater installation so no one runs out during back-to-back showers.

Our Recommended Tank Units.

For your tank water heater installation, we recommend these units:

Proline Master 50-Gallon Electric Water Heater: The Proline Master celebrates the environment with its premium insulation that reduces standby heat loss. The heater comes with a first-hour rating of 62 gallons, perfect to serve homes with high hot water demand. Empowered by the Core Gard sacrificial anode, the tank is also corrosion protected. The manufacturer will back your Proline purchase with an 8-year warranty.
Cyclone Mxi Gas Tank Water Heater: The Cyclone with iCOMM Remote Monitoring is one of the finest gas tanks on the market. Its modulating gas valve allows you to adjust the firing rate so you can control energy consumption levels.

Gas vs. Electric Tank Water Heaters.

Both fuels work well in a storage tank. An electric tank costs less upfront and installs easily, while a gas tank recovers hot water faster and keeps working during a power outage. For a full comparison, see our gas water heaters and electric water heaters, or compare every type on the main water heaters page.

Why Choose Stuart's Plumbing?

Stuart’s Plumbing has served Lakeland and Central Florida for over 30 years. For tank water heater installation, you get an experienced team, upfront pricing you approve first, respect for your home, and a money-back Peace-of-Mind Guarantee on the work we perform.

Tank Water Heater FAQs.

It only makes sense to have a few questions regarding water heaters. And it is only fair that we have answers.

How long does a storage tank water heater last?

Many conventional tanks last about 10 to 15 years. Flushing the tank once a year helps it reach the top of that range.

What size tank do I need?

As a rough guide, 40 gallons suits one to two people, 50 gallons suits a small family, and 80 gallons suits a larger household. We confirm the right size before your tank water heater installation.

Should I choose a gas or electric tank?

Electric costs less upfront and is simpler to install, while gas recovers faster and works during outages. We help you decide based on your home and hot-water use, then handle the tank water heater installation.