$1,800 – $6,000+

Water Heater Installation & Repair in Calgary, AB

A failed water heater is one of those things you don't think about until it's a problem — usually at the worst possible time. Whether your tank has given up, you're tired of running out of hot water, or you're ready to upgrade to a tankless system, Chickadee handles water heater installation and repair with the same honest, owner-operated approach as everything else we do.

Hot Water Tank vs. Tankless — Which Is Right for You?

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Traditional Hot Water Tank

Stores and continuously heats a tank of water (40–60 gallon typically). Simpler, lower upfront cost, and easy to replace.

✔ Lower installation cost
✔ Simple, proven technology
✔ Easy same-day replacement
✔ Good for most Calgary homes
· Standby heat loss (heats water 24/7)
· Can run out during high demand

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Tankless (On-Demand) Water Heater

Heats water only when you need it. Higher upfront cost, but no standby heat loss and endless hot water.

✔ Endless hot water
✔ No standby energy waste
✔ Longer lifespan (20+ years)
✔ Space-saving wall mount
· Higher upfront cost
· May need gas line upgrade

Pricing

Traditional Hot Water Tank

$1,800 – $2,500

Supply and installation of a standard 40–60 gallon natural gas water heater. Includes gas permit and removal of old unit.

✔ Gas permit included✔ Disposal of old tank✔ New T&P valve and fittings✔ Same-day when available

Tankless Water Heater

$4,000 – $6,000+

Supply and installation of a wall-mounted on-demand gas water heater. May require gas line upgrade depending on existing setup.

✔ Navien or equivalent brand✔ Gas permit included✔ Gas line assessment included✔ Condensate drain connection

Water Heater Repair

If your water heater is acting up but not dead yet, Nolan can diagnose and repair most common issues. The same flat $125 diagnostic applies — you'll know what's wrong and what it costs before any work starts.

✔ No hot water

✔ Not enough hot water

✔ Water too hot or too cold

✔ Pilot light failure

✔ Thermocouple replacement

✔ T&P valve issues

✔ Sediment buildup / flushing

✔ Leaking tank or fittings

✔ Igniter or control board faults

✔ Tankless error codes

When to repair vs. replace?

A traditional hot water tank that's under 8 years old and needs a minor repair is usually worth fixing. Over 12 years old, starting to leak, or needing a major component — replacement typically makes more sense. Tankless units have longer lifespans (20+ years) so repair is more often the right call. Nolan will give you a straight answer.

A note on home insurance

Many home insurance policies limit or exclude coverage for water damage caused by tanks over 10 years old. If your tank is approaching that age, it's worth checking your policy — and potentially factoring replacement into your plans before an issue forces your hand.

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