Water Heater Repair in San Francisco, CA

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Get Hot Water Flowing Again—Fast with Premier Water Heater Services

A broken water heater can throw off your entire day. From cold morning showers to dishes piling up in the sink, reliable hot water is essential to comfort and function at home. At Heise's Plumbing, we offer expert Water Heater Repair in San Francisco, CA, and surrounding areas. Whether you have a traditional tank system or a high-efficiency tankless model, we’ll restore your hot water quickly and affordably.

Call now for fast, affordable water heater repair—reach us at (415) 333-0704.

Why Locals Trust Heise's Plumbing

When it comes to water heater repair, you need more than guesswork. Our licensed technicians bring decades of experience, transparent pricing, and solutions that last. We work on all major makes and models and always come prepared to get the job done right on the first visit. Whether it’s a leaking tank, failed pilot light, or faulty thermostat, we’ve got you covered.

Repair Services for Tanked and Tankless Systems

We repair both traditional tank water heaters and newer tankless units with equal skill and care. Our goal is to help you avoid unnecessary replacements and extend the life of your equipment whenever possible. We’ll assess the issue, explain your options, and get to work with minimal disruption to your home.

Our water heater repair services cover:

  • No hot water or inconsistent temperatures
  • Pilot light or ignition issues
  • Leaks from the tank or fittings
  • Sediment buildup reducing efficiency
  • Strange noises or odors
  • Faulty thermostats or heating elements
  • Tankless unit maintenance and repair

We’ll also provide honest advice on when a repair makes sense—and when it’s time to consider replacement.

Call Today for Water Heater Help

Your water heater plays a big role in your daily comfort. At Heise's Plumbing, we make sure it works the way it should with fast, effective repairs you can count on. From diagnosis to fix, our team treats your home with respect and your time with urgency.

Don’t wait around for hot water—call (415) 333-0704 today for expert Water Heater Repair in San Francisco, CA, and surrounding areas.

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HEISES PLUMBING replaced a 40-gallon tank water heater with a high-efficiency tankless system in San Francisco, California. The team installed an expansion tank, updated connections, and ensured the system met plumbing and safety standards. This upgrade improves hot water availability, lowers energy use, and increases usable space in the home.
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Heises Plumbing repaired a 40-gallon AO Smith water heater at a residence in San Francisco, California. The team replaced the burner and gas control valve, then tested the unit to confirm proper operation.
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Heises Plumbing installed an expansion tank at a residential property in San Francisco, California. The crew connected the tank to the system, tested all fittings for leaks, and confirmed proper pressure control. The work ensured the plumbing system operated safely and efficiently.
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Heises Plumbing installed a new 50-gallon water heater at a residence in Menlo Park, California. The team connected new supply lines and added a shut-off valve for the expansion tank. All fittings were tested, and the system showed no leaks. The installation is complete and functioning correctly.
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Heises Plumbing replaced an aging 40-gallon water heater in Palo Alto, CA. The original unit showed signs of internal failure and produced unsafe water temperatures. Technicians removed the old heater, installed a new AO Smith model, replaced fittings, flushed sediment, and confirmed safe, clear water flow.
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Heises Plumbing installed a 40-gallon water heater at a residential property in San Francisco, California. The work included new copper fittings, piping, and a plywood base for support. Technicians re-soldered the return line, added water supply lines, and confirmed the system operated correctly with no leaks after testing.
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Heises Plumbing replaced a failed pressure reducing valve and restored hot water service to an eight-unit apartment building in San Francisco, California. The emergency repair addressed dangerously high water pressure and a water heater shutdown, restoring full functionality to the system.
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Heises Plumbing replaced a water heater in Menlo Park, California. The technician installed a 40-gallon shorty model, added seismic straps, soldered a 1 MIP fitting, replaced the gas flex line, secured the flue pipe with self-tapping screws, and tested all systems for function, gas safety, and venting integrity.
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A technician in San Mateo, CA repaired a Navien tankless water heater that had stopped producing hot water. The service included correcting a gas supply issue, rerouting the condensation drain line, and resetting the system. The unit resumed normal function and delivered consistent hot water the same day.
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Heises Plumbing repaired a 50-gallon Bradford White water heater in San Francisco, California. The team diagnosed a failed gas control valve and pilot assembly. They replaced both parts to restore ignition and hot water service.
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Heises Plumbing replaced a 75-gallon AO Smith water heater at a home in South San Francisco, California. The team removed the old unit, installed new supply lines, reconnected the circulating pump, and verified system functionality. The tank was secured with proper strapping, and the area was cleaned before leaving the site.
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Heises Plumbing replaced an outdoor tankless water heater in Burlingame, California. The team installed new isolation valves, ran a new gas line, completed pressure testing, and hard-wired the electrical connection. They verified proper operation and confirmed hot water flow with no leaks detected.
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Heises Plumbing installed a 50-gallon water heater at a single-family home in San Francisco, California. The work included new hot and cold supply lines, earthquake safety straps, system testing, and responsible removal of the old unit. This service improves hot water reliability and meets local safety standards.
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Heises Plumbing replaced a leaking 50-gallon water heater in a Hillsborough, CA garage. Technicians removed the failed unit, installed a new high-efficiency model, upgraded venting and safety components, and ensured all connections passed pressure and leak tests. The installation meets Hillsborough seismic and plumbing codes for improved safety and function.
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Heises Plumbing installed a new AO Smith 40-gallon water heater in a single-family home in San Francisco, California. The project included new hot and cold supply lines, a gas line, and pressure-tested connections. A follow-up visit will add a 2x4 support structure for earthquake safety straps to meet California code requirements.
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Heises Plumbing installed a 50-gallon AO Smith water heater in San Francisco, California. The team removed the old unit, added earthquake straps meeting California codes, and reconnected gas, water, and vent lines. All connections were tested to confirm proper operation. The installation site was left clean and the system fully functional.
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Heises Plumbing removed a leaking water heater and installed a 40-gallon AO Smith unit in a San Francisco home. Technicians updated water and gas connections, secured the tank with safety straps, and tested the system to ensure correct heating and no leaks. Hot water service was fully restored.
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Heises Plumbing installed a 50-gallon gas water heater during an emergency service at a single-family home in San Francisco, California. The team removed and recycled the old unit, secured the new one with earthquake straps, and tested all connections. Hot water service was restored the same day.
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Heises Plumbing installed a 50-gallon gas water heater at a single-family home in San Mateo, California. The team re-piped the drain line, replaced the gas and water shutoff valves, and added earthquake safety straps. All gas, water, and vent connections were tested for leaks and verified for proper operation.
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Heise's Plumbing repaired a 50-gallon Rheem water heater in San Francisco, California. The technician replaced a faulty chamber sensor under the manufacturer’s warranty. The repair restored safe burner function and stable water temperature in a single-family home.
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Heise's Plumbing replaced a 50-gallon water heater and multiple faucets in a San Francisco home. The team installed a kitchen faucet, two lavatory faucets, a P-trap, and angle stops. Technicians connected new supply and gas lines and tested all systems for leaks and proper water flow. Full hot and cold water service was confirmed.
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Heise's Plumbing completed an emergency 50-gallon AO Smith water heater installation at a single-family home in San Francisco, California. The team replaced a failed 10-year-old unit, connected gas, water, and vent lines to code, and tested the system to restore hot water service within hours.
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Heise's Plumbing installed AO Smith commercial water heaters in a multi-unit residential building in San Francisco, California. The team removed old systems, connected new high-efficiency units, and ensured proper gas, vent, and relief valve compliance. All lines were tested for performance and safety. The property manager received system operation and maintenance guidance.
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Heise's Plumbing replaced a 40-gallon water heater in San Francisco, CA. The team removed the old unit, installed a new gas shut-off valve, added supply hoses and MIP fittings, and secured the new heater with a seismic strap kit. The installation included testing and was completed in about two hours.
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Heise's Plumbing completed an emergency water heater replacement and full repipe in San Francisco, California. The team removed a 40-gallon unit, installed a new model, added MIP fittings, supply hoses, a strap kit, a fluted fitting, a brass gas shutoff valve, and a gas flex hose to restore hot water service.
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A licensed plumber installed a 40-gallon AO Smith water heater in Daly City, California. The service included removing the old unit, connecting the new heater to water, gas, and venting lines, securing it with earthquake strapping, and performing safety checks and startup testing to ensure proper operation.
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Heise's Plumbing installed a 50-gallon A.O. Smith water heater in San Francisco, California. The team replaced the water valve and gas valve, added earthquake strapping to meet local code, and tested the system for proper operation.
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Heise's Plumbing replaced a leaking 40-gallon AO Smith water heater in San Francisco, California. The team drained and removed the old unit, installed the new one, and added earthquake straps. They also replaced the existing water shut-off valve. After reconnecting all lines, they tested the system to ensure proper operation with no leaks.
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Heise's Plumbing installed a 50-gallon gas water heater in San Francisco, California. The team secured the unit with earthquake strapping, replaced the gas and water supply lines, installed a new gas control valve, repaired the venting, and tested the system to ensure safe and proper operation.
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A plumber in San Francisco replaced a faulty gas control on a Bradford White water heater. The team removed the damaged component, installed a new control kit, and tested the unit to confirm proper heating and safe operation. This repair restored full functionality to the residential water heater.
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Heise's Plumbing completed an emergency water heater repair in San Francisco, CA. The technician replaced the burner assembly and gas pilot on a 40-gallon unit. They restarted the system, tested the operation, and confirmed the water heater was functioning correctly.
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HEISE'S PLUMBING installed a 50-gallon water heater in San Francisco, California. The team removed the old unit, connected new supply lines, installed a shut-off valve, and reconnected gas and electrical components. They tested the system for leaks, ensured proper function, and hauled away the previous unit.
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Heise's Plumbing flushed a residential water heater and resolved rusty water issues in San Francisco, California. The technician drained the tank, cleared out sediment and rust, refilled the system, and restarted the unit. Clear water flow was confirmed at multiple fixtures, and the heater was verified for safe and efficient operation.
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A plumber in San Francisco, CA repaired a Rheem 50-gallon water heater during an emergency service. The technician replaced the control assembly, relit the pilot light, and restored hot water for the household. Service was completed on a Sunday to ensure the home's hot water system returned to full operation.
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A plumber in San Francisco, California completed a water heater repair by replacing hot and cold water supply lines, installing a new 3/4" shutoff valve, and adding two 3/4" copper male adapters to ensure secure pipe connections.
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Licensed plumbers installed a 50-gallon gas water heater in San Francisco, California. They removed the old unit, secured the new tank with earthquake strapping, and verified all plumbing and gas connections. The installation met safety and building codes. The team tested the system to confirm proper hot water flow and energy efficiency.
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Heise's Plumbing replaced a leaking galvanized water heater pipe with new copper piping in Palo Alto, CA. The team installed new hot and cold water lines, replaced the gas line, upgraded all shutoff valves, and tested the system to confirm leak-free operation. All work complied with current plumbing code.
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HEISE'S PLUMBING installed a 50-gallon water heater in San Francisco, California. The work included removing the old unit, connecting new water and gas lines, installing proper venting and an expansion tank, securing the tank with earthquake straps, and testing all components to meet California safety standards. The team completed full setup and thorough cleanup.
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Heise's Plumbing installed a 50-gallon A. O. Smith gas water heater in San Francisco, CA. The team removed the old unit, replaced the water supply and gas lines, installed a new gas control valve, added earthquake strapping and a pressure relief valve, and tested the system for leaks and proper function.
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Heise's Plumbing installed a 40-gallon water heater in San Francisco, California. The team connected new water supply lines, added a gas flex, and secured the unit with a new seismic strap to meet safety code. The system was tested and works properly.
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A plumbing technician in Palo Alto, CA replaced a faulty pilot assembly on a 40-gallon Bradford White water heater. They re-lit the unit, tested gas pressure, and restored burner function. The system was confirmed to operate safely, and hot water service was restored during the emergency repair visit.
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Heise's Plumbing installed a new 40-gallon A.O. Smith water heater in San Francisco, California. The team removed and recycled the old unit, replaced the gas supply line and valve, and tested the system for leaks. They filled the tank, set the temperature, and confirmed proper operation before leaving the area clean.
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