Water Heater Repair
in Waltham, MA
No hot water, rusty water or a leaking tank? Our plumbers repair and replace tank and tankless water heaters so you have reliable hot water again. Our team serves Waltham and nearby Watertown and Newton.
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Water Heater Repair for Waltham Homes
Need water heater repair in Waltham, MA? Our licensed technicians serve Waltham and the surrounding Greater Boston communities. No hot water, rusty water or a leaking tank? Our plumbers repair and replace tank and tankless water heaters so you have reliable hot water again.
In Waltham, 53% of occupied homes heat with utility gas, 19% with fuel oil and 24% with electricity. We repair gas and electric water heaters and replace them with the right fuel type for your home.
We serve ZIP codes 02254, 02451, 02452, 02453, 02454 and 02455 and every community within 25 km of Waltham, and our nearest neighboring service areas for water heater repair include Watertown, Newton and Belmont.
Waltham, MA at a glance
- Homes heated with utility gas
- 53%
- Homes heated with utility gas
- Homes heated with fuel oil
- 19%
- Homes heated with fuel oil
- Average January low
- 21.7°F
- Average January low
- Heating degree days / year
- 5,780
- Heating degree days / year
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates; Open-Meteo historical weather (2015–2024).
Signs Your Water Heater Needs Service
Noticed one of these? Catching it early usually means a simpler repair — call us before a small issue turns into an emergency.
- 01
No or little hot water
Hot water runs out quickly or never gets hot at all.
- 02
Leaks around the tank
Water pooling at the base or dripping from fittings and valves.
- 03
Rusty or discolored water
Brown or cloudy hot water coming from your taps.
- 04
Popping or rumbling
Loud noises from the tank as it heats.
Plumbing in Waltham: What's Local
What the data says about homes in Waltham — and what it means for water heater repair.
How local homes are heated
In Waltham, 53% of occupied homes heat with utility gas, 19% with fuel oil and 24% with electricity. We repair gas and electric water heaters and replace them with the right fuel type for your home.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimatesWater supply
Waltham's water: MWRA-supplied water from the Quabbin and Wachusett reservoirs. We flush sediment and check anode rods as part of water heater service.
Source: mwra.comGas service
Natural gas in Waltham is supplied by National Grid; gas water heater installations require proper gas connections and venting.
Source: s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.comHomes in Waltham
Waltham has about 26,728 housing units, from single-family homes to apartment buildings — we size replacement water heaters to the household, not just the old tank.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates
Good to know about water heater repair
DOE notes heat pump water heaters can be two to three times more energy efficient than conventional electric water heaters, and an ENERGY STAR certified model uses 70% less electricity than a standard electric model.
energy.govMass Save's 2026 residential rebate sheet lists a $750 per unit instant incentive for ENERGY STAR certified heat pump water heaters (UEF 3.30 or higher) replacing oil, propane, natural gas or electric resistance water heating, applied at checkout from participating distributors.
nationalgridus.comInstalling or replacing a water heater is plumbing (and, for gas units, gas fitting) work that requires a permit from the local Inspector under 248 CMR 3.05; permits are issued only to properly licensed individuals.
law.cornell.edu
Simple, Stress-Free Service
From your first call to the final walkthrough, you always know what's happening and what it costs.
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Call or book online
Tell us what's happening. For emergencies, our line is answered 24/7.
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Diagnosis & upfront price
A licensed plumber finds the cause and explains the fix and the price before work starts.
- 3
Professional repair
We complete the repair with the right parts and tools, keeping your home clean.
- 4
Test & walkthrough
We test everything, clean up and walk you through what we did.
Our Water Heater Services
We work on both traditional tank water heaters and tankless units.
- Tank water heater repair
- Tankless water heater repair
- Water heater replacement and installation
- Leak and valve repair
- Pilot, burner and heating element troubleshooting
- Connections to existing water and gas lines
Need help right now?
Call (555) 123-HUNT — 24/7Plumbing Service You Can Trust
24/7 emergency service
Plumbing and heating emergencies don't wait for business hours, and neither do we.
Upfront and honest pricing
You get a clear explanation and the price before any work begins.
Licensed and insured
Your home is in the hands of licensed, insured plumbing and heating technicians.
Clean and professional service
We respect your home, protect your floors and clean up when the job is done.
Serving Waltham & Nearby Towns
Waltham is in Middlesex County, part of the Greater Boston area. We provide water heater repair in these ZIP codes:
- 02254
- 02451
- 02452
- 02453
- 02454
- 02455
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Waltham Water Heater Repair Questions
Still have a question? Call (555) 123-HUNT — 24/7 for emergencies.
Yes. Hunt Plumbing And Heating INC provides water heater repair throughout Waltham (02254, 02451, 02452, 02453, 02454, 02455) and nearby Watertown, Newton and Belmont. Call (555) 123-HUNT or request service online.
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