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Water Heater Replacement (Tank) Cost in Honolulu, HI

Mixed Copper/PVC – 2 Bath

The average cost of water heater replacement (tank) in Honolulu, HI with Mixed (Copper/PVC) pipes (2-bath, 1,500 sq ft) is $1,390, with most homeowners paying between $1,150 and $1,700 depending on access difficulty, permit requirements, and contractor availability.

Cost Breakdown - Honolulu, HI

Parts & Materials
$690
Mixed (Copper/PVC) profile
Labor
$600
3.7 hrs x $138/hr
Permits & Misc
$100
permits, disposal, parts
Total Estimate
$1,390
Range: $1,150-$1,700

* Estimates based on Honolulu area labor rates ($138/hr). Actual costs vary. Get 3 quotes.

Home Profile

Pipe Material
Mixed (Copper/PVC)
Bathrooms
2 Bath
Home Size
1,500 sq ft
Local Labor Rate
$138/hr

Signs You Need This Service

  • !No hot water or only lukewarm water
  • !Rusty or discolored hot water
  • !Water heater older than 10 years
  • !Rumbling or popping sounds from tank
  • !Water pooling around the base of unit

What is Included

  • +Shut off gas/electric and water supply
  • +Drain and disconnect old unit
  • +Install new tank water heater
  • +Reconnect gas or electric supply
  • +Test pressure relief valve
  • +Haul away old unit

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Use this estimate as your baseline. Get at least 3 quotes and ask each plumber to itemize parts, labor, and permits separately.

Fair range: $1,150 to $1,700

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does water heater replacement (tank) cost in Honolulu, HI?

The average cost of water heater replacement (tank) in Honolulu, HI is $1,390, with most homeowners paying between $1,150 and $1,700 depending on home conditions and contractor availability.

How long does water heater replacement (tank) take?

Most water heater replacement (tank) jobs take 3.7 hours for a 2-bathroom home with Mixed (Copper/PVC) pipes. Complex jobs or older homes may require additional time.

Can I do water heater replacement (tank) myself?

This job requires a licensed plumber due to permit requirements, complexity, or safety considerations.

What affects water heater replacement (tank) cost in Honolulu?

Key cost factors include pipe material (Mixed (Copper/PVC)), home size (1,500 sq ft, 2 baths), local labor rates ($138/hr in Honolulu), and permit fees.

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