Water Heater Installation
Water heater installation across the DMV by a licensed Master Plumber. Serving DC, Maryland, and Virginia from Suitland, MD.
When a water heater finally quits, you want it replaced right the first time, by someone who knows the code and keeps your warranty intact. That is what we do. Brandon has installed more water heaters across the DC metro than he can count, tank and tankless, gas and electric.
We size the unit to your household, haul the old one away, and set the new one up clean so you get hot water back the same day whenever we can.
What we install
A water heater is not a one-size job. The right unit depends on your home’s fuel, your hot-water demand, and how much room you have. We walk you through the options honestly before we quote a price, and we install on most major brands so your manufacturer warranty stays good.
- Standard tank water heaters, gas and electric
- Tankless (on-demand) units that never run out and save floor space
- Direct-swap replacements for a failed unit, same day when possible
- Code-compliant venting, gas, and connections, permitted where required
- Old unit hauled away and the space left clean
What to expect on the day
When we arrive, the first thing we do is listen and look, because the visible symptom is not always the real problem. We diagnose the actual cause, explain it to you in plain language, and give you an honest price before any work starts. You approve it, and only then do we begin. When the work is done, we test it, walk you through what we did, and leave the space clean. That is the same process on every job, whether it is a small repair or a major replacement.
Whatever the job, you get one licensed Master Plumber from start to finish, an honest price before we begin, and a plumber who cleans up after himself. Ready to get it handled? Request a free quote or call us at any hour. Want to see the kind of work we do? Take a look at our recent projects.
Sized right, installed to code
A water heater installed by someone cutting corners is a call-back waiting to happen. We do the venting, the gas or electrical, and the connections to code, then we test it before we leave.
Not sure whether to go tank or tankless? We give you a straight answer based on your house, not on what makes us the most money.
- Right-sized for your household demand
- Most major brands, warranty kept intact
- Tested and cleaned up before we go
Why the DMV calls Jackson Plumbing
There are plenty of plumbers in the Washington metro. What sets us apart is not a slogan, it is how the work actually gets done. When you call, a real person picks up, 24 hours a day. When we come out, we give you a real arrival window instead of a vague promise to show up sometime. And when we diagnose the problem, we put an honest price on it before we touch anything, so there are never surprise line items on the invoice.
Brandon Jackson has spent nearly three decades in this trade, and he built the business around a simple idea: treat people the way you would want to be treated in your own home. That means explaining what is wrong in plain language, giving you honest options instead of the most expensive one, and leaving the space cleaner than we found it. It is why so much of our work comes from repeat customers and neighbor-to-neighbor referrals across DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
We are a licensed Master Plumber, license PLM40000116, fully credentialed in Maryland (109495), Virginia (2710083375), and with WSSC (P-83640), plus ASSE certification and a BBB A-rating. That licensing matters: the code-sensitive work, the permitting, and the connections all get done right, so your plumbing passes inspection and holds up for years. Whether the job at your home is a quick repair or a major replacement, you get the same experienced plumber and the same honest standard.
It also means we stand behind what we do. If something we installed or repaired ever acts up, you call us and we come back, because our reputation across the DMV is worth more than any single invoice. That is the difference between a plumber who is here today and a plumber who has spent nearly thirty years building a name he intends to keep. We would rather do one job right and earn a customer for the next twenty years than rush through three and lose all of them.
Honest pricing, no hidden fees
The part people dread most about calling a plumber is the bill, because too many outfits hide fees, pad the invoice, or quote one number and charge another. We do not work that way. You get a clear, honest price before any work begins, and that is the price you pay. No surprise line items, no mystery charges, no upsell to the most expensive option when a simpler fix will do. If we think a repair will hold, we tell you, even when a replacement would earn us more. That kind of straight dealing is rare in this trade, and it is exactly why our customers keep calling and keep referring their neighbors. When you are ready to get it handled, call (202) 840-1998 any hour, or tell us what is going on and Brandon will get right back to you.
See Why Clients Recommend Us
Brandon Jackson is one of the best plumbers I have ever met. He is professional, honest, and did great work.
Celestine RobinsonGoogle ReviewsHe is a man of his word. He shows up when he says he is coming and he cleans up behind himself.
T. T.Google ReviewsTheir service was prompt, professional, and reliable. The pricing was fair, with no hidden fees.
Wesline ReynaGoogle ReviewsBrandon was extremely knowledgeable and professional from the moment he arrived.
M. Owens JonesGoogle ReviewsStraight Answers
How long does a water heater install take?
Most standard tank swaps are done in a few hours. A first-time tankless install or a fuel conversion takes longer because of the venting and gas work. We give you a real time window before we start.
Should I get a tank or a tankless water heater?
A tankless unit heats water on demand, never runs out, and frees up floor space, but costs more up front. A tank is cheaper to install and fine for most homes. We tell you honestly which fits your house and your budget.
Do you install on my brand?
We install and service most major water heater brands, which keeps your manufacturer warranty intact. Tell us what you have or what you are considering and we will confirm.
Can you install it the same day?
Often, yes. If it is a straight replacement of a common unit, we can usually get your hot water back the same day. Call (202) 840-1998 and we will tell you what is realistic.
Are you licensed to do the gas and venting?
Yes. Jackson Plumbing is a licensed Master Plumber (PLM40000116). We handle the gas, venting, and connections to code and pull permits where the county requires them.
Need a plumber you can trust?
Honest work, a fair price, and no hidden fees. Call your 24/7 Master Plumber for the DMV.