Fast Water Heater Company services all of Huntington Beach and nearby towns. If you’ve woken up to the surprise of a leaking water heater or a cold shower, as long as you call by noon, we guarantee same-day service. Our hours are 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday-Friday and 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday.
We’re homeowners too and know emergencies don’t conveniently occur just during the week; we’re open seven days a week and don’t charge extra for weekend service calls.
Whether you need a repair, installation, general maintenance, you’re looking for codes or water heater rebates, we’re here to help and we offer free estimates without the hassle of a “trip fee” like most plumbing companies.
All our certified technicians are background-checked and have years of water heater experience before they ever step foot into your Huntington Beach home.
Try to find the water heater model number and serial number before you call so we can identify the age, warranty and any other pertinent information about your existing unit. (This info can be found on a large sticker usually on the side of the water storage tank.)
Huntington Beach requires a permit for the installation of a hot water heater (this will not delay any work, just will schedule a safety inspection at a later date).
Local Water Heater & Plumbing Permits – Hungtington Beach, CA
You may be wondering, “Do I need a permit to replace my water heater in Huntington Beach?”
Currently, Huntington Beach does require a permit for a water heater replacement. The good news is we can pull the permit for you, and it will not slow down any work on our end.
Every few years, Huntington Beach water heater codes change to adopt new installation and safety measures. While implemented to increase your overall home safety, these code requirements can result in extra installation charges.
Some customers scoff at the idea of paying for a permit for a water heater replacement, but the fact of the matter is water heaters can be dangerous if not installed correctly. In fact, water heaters cause more property damage than any other home appliance. And if the unit is not installed to code by a licensed professional and causes damage, your home insurance could reject any claims. That’s why we put a premium on safety and doing everything by the book.
Your expert technician will go over an item-by-item checklist of all applicable safety codes needed for your installation prior to any work being completed, or cost to you.
We try to keep this information as up-to-date as possible, but your Huntington Beach installer can answer any specific questions you have.
Local Water Heater & Plumbing Permits – Hungtington Beach, CA
Approved Location – The majority of water heaters cannot be located in a bathroom, bedroom, or closet (unless the closet is used only for storage of the water heater). This requirement prevents accidents and averts human contact of Carbon Monoxide (CO), small amounts of which spill from gas water heater vents. This is currently enforced in Huntington Beach.
Earthquake Straps – The California Plumbing Code requires water heaters to have two earthquake straps (located on the top and bottom thirds of the tank). As California is classified as an earthquake zone, the majority of Huntington Beach inspectors enforce this for your safety.
Venting – Gas water heaters emit dangerous carbon monoxide (CO), which requires venting for safety. The size of the vent is established by the size of the hot water heater. If the vent becomes hot while operating, there must be adequate clearance from flammable/combustible surfaces. This is actively enforced in Huntington Beach.
Pans and Drains – If the water heater is located in the interior or on a built-in platform with a possibility for damage from leaking water, the city requires a pan be placed under the heater. There is also a CA Plumbing Code requiring a drain line running from the pan to the exterior. Huntington Beach requires this.
Pressure and Temperature Relief Drain (P&T Drain) to the Exterior – The CA Plumbing Code requires the P&T relief drain to be run to the exterior. This requirement is in place to prevent accidental scalding when the P&T relief is discharging. This is currently being enforced by Huntington Beach.
Dedicated Water Shutoff – This shutoff is required for use with a hot water heater. The shutoff enables you to turn off the water to the water tank, if necessary, while maintaining water in the rest of the house. This is enforced by Huntington Beach.
Grease pack Gas Valve Replacement – On inspection of your water heater the dedicated gas valve to the tank is also inspected. If the heater has a grease pack valve we will have it replaced. The grease pack valve is known to fail and is not approved by the California Plumbing Code. This item is enforced by Huntington Beach.
Expansion Tanks – In 2008, the California Plumbing Code began to require expansion tanks for a ‘closed plumbing system.’ This system has a backflow preventer between the house and water main. Heated water increases by about 2% causing pressure build-up, with a rapid drop in pressure when a faucet is turned on, causing deterioration of the plumbing, fixtures and hot water heater.
Eventually this can lead to failure of the water heater. Expansion tanks are required on closed systems and it is strongly recommended that you install one if you have a closed system. Huntington Beach does enforce this code.
With more than two decades experience, we have installed countless water heaters in single-family homes, condos, apartments and townhouses all over Huntington Beach. All our skilled-technicians are background-checked, thoroughly experienced and trained to efficiently and safely install your new water heater.
Whether you’re replacing a broken, old unit, being proactive and installing a new model, or switching to a tankless water heater, our skilled technicians can answer any of your questions and, if you call by noon, install your new water heater the same day you contact us.
Most importantly, our technicians are local to the area, which means they are up-to-date on all local plumbing codes, safety regulations and regional installation trends.
We install Rheem water heaters, and are an official Rheem service provider for Huntington Beach.
Even in Huntington Beach, water heaters are constantly operating, heating and storing hot water for your use. They’re built to last, but if yours starts leaking or you’re out of hot water, you may need to have your water heater repaired.
Typically, a water heater comes with a warranty of 5-15 years on parts. Therefore, if you start having issues, find your water heater model & serial numbers on the rating plate so we can determine if it is still under warranty. Our service technicians are local to Huntington Beach and are familiar with most regional heater applications, brands and models.
It’s important to note, if your existing model is more than 10 years old, it’s probably nearing its last legs. Considering the cost of labor, rather than repairing it, a more prudent financial choice might be to just replace the water heater.
In Huntington Beach, common water heater repairs and maintenance include:
Fast Water Heater Company frequently partners with utility companies around Huntington Beach to offer savings on more energy efficient water heating solutions, in the form of rebates.
These rebates are great because the water heaters utilize energy more efficiently, and save you money as a result.
Check below for water heater specials and rebates in the greater Huntington Beach area:
SoCal Gas Water Heater Rebates
*Tankless water heaters do not qualify
**Must be replacing storage tank water heater
See all SoCalGas Energy Rebates
