North Texas · Updated June 2026
Best Water Heater Installers in North Texas (2026)
The top-rated water heater installation and replacement plumber serving North Texas in 2026 is Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric (4.9★, 14,192 reviews), followed by Berkeys Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical and Legacy Plumbing. We compared 10 Dallas–Fort Worth companies that install tank and tankless water heaters on verified ratings, experience, licensing and service depth — every figure sourced from public profiles, no paid placement.
How we ranked them
Scored on verified ratings and review volume, years in business, Texas plumbing licensing and water-heater service depth (tank, tankless, gas and electric) — figures from each company's public Google, BBB and website profiles as of June 2026. Water heater installation is licensed plumbing work in Texas, so we list each company's master plumber (M-####) or responsible master plumber (RMP-####) license where we could verify it. No company paid for placement. Full method: how we rank.
North Texas's best water heater installers, ranked
Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric
- Runs dedicated water-heater installation crews — multiple customers report same-day tank and tankless replacements with floors tarped and full cleanup
- Family-operated since 1945 — 80 years in DFW, one of the metro's longest-running plumbing companies; 4.9 stars across 14,192 reviews per Best Pick Reports
- Background-checked, drug-tested technicians; Angi Super Service Award 2025 and BBB accreditation
Berkeys Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical
- Southlake's original plumber since 1975 — 50 years serving North Texas, with a 4.9-star Google rating across 1,300+ reviews
- Repairs and installs all major water-heater brands and helps homeowners size and choose new tank or tankless systems
- BBB A+ accredited; state-licensed, background-checked plumbers; multi-award "Best in DFW People's Choice" recognition
Legacy Plumbing
- 4.9 stars across ~2,288 Google reviews (Birdeye breakdown), one of the highest-volume top-rated plumbers in the northern suburbs
- Dedicated water-heater, tankless and PRV replacement service with flat-rate pricing; Responsible Master Plumber Theron Young (M-37588)
- 20 years serving North Texas; A+ BBB rating with BBB Torch Award and Angie's List Super Service recognition
Public Service Plumbers
- Founded 1959 — one of Dallas's oldest plumbing companies, reflected in its very low master license number (M-2250)
- Installs and replaces standard tank and tankless systems; 4.9-star rating across ~1,779 reviews per third-party directory snapshots
- BBB A+ accredited with licensed plumbing, HVAC, and electrical divisions and 24/7 emergency availability
O'Bryan Plumbing Services
- Replaces and installs traditional and tankless water heaters; owner is a master plumber since 1982 and a former city plumbing inspector (2001–2007)
- Family-owned since 1982 (operating in North Texas since 1994); site advertises 5/5 based on 680+ reviews
- 100% customer satisfaction guarantee plus the O'Bryan Family Plan membership with annual safety inspections
billyGO Air Conditioning & Plumbing
- Tankless and tank water-heater installation is a core plumbing service; 4.8 stars across ~865 Google reviews
- Founded 2018 by Billy Stevens; Texas family-owned with both a plumbing license (M-38424) and HVAC license (TACLB41879E)
- Fully licensed and insured with same-day service and transparent, upfront pricing
Smith and Son Plumbing
- Third-generation family business since 1970 with 50+ years of water-heater experience — has installed thousands of tank, tankless, gas and electric units
- Veteran-owned and operated; claims an 85% customer retention rate and free estimates on water-heater replacements
- Transparent upfront pricing; 4.8 stars on Google (209 reviews) with 350+ five-star reviews cited
Lex's Plumbing
- Certified tankless water heater specialist — installs Bradford White, Rinnai and Navien systems
- 4.9 stars across ~632 Google reviews; same-day service model with stocked trucks for one-visit installs
- Locally owned since 2008; Nextdoor 2023 Neighborhood Faves winner
AugerPros Plumbing and Drain
- Installs gas, electric and tankless water heaters; 5.0-star Google rating across ~1,417 reviews — exceptional volume for a company founded in 2018
- "Best of the Best" national plumbing-industry winner three years running (2022–2024)
- Family-owned with upfront pricing; BBB accredited; trademarked "The Plumbing Company Women Trust"
Bewley Plumbing, LLC
- Serving McKinney since 1947 — one of the oldest continuously operating plumbers in Collin County; replaces and installs tank and tankless units
- Woman-owned, family-operated; plumbers are not paid on commission and no service agreements are pushed
- BBB A+ rating; free estimates on water-heater replacements plus senior, teacher, and military discounts
Compared at a glance
| Company | Rating | Reviews | Years | License/Cert |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric | 4.9★ | 14,192 | ~80 | M-30505 |
| Berkeys Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical | 4.9★ | 1,300+ | ~50 | M-37968 |
| Legacy Plumbing | 4.9★ | 2,288 | ~20 | M-37588 |
| Public Service Plumbers | 4.9★ | 1,779 | ~67 | M-2250 |
| O'Bryan Plumbing Services | 5.0★ | 680 | ~44 | M-12755 |
| billyGO Air Conditioning & Plumbing | 4.8★ | 865 | ~8 | M-38424 |
| Smith and Son Plumbing | 4.8★ | 209 | ~55 | M-41185 |
| Lex's Plumbing | 4.9★ | 632 | ~18 | RMP-38693 |
| AugerPros Plumbing and Drain | 5.0★ | 1,417 | ~8 | M-39680 |
| Bewley Plumbing, LLC | 4.8★ | 109 | ~79 | 41117 |
Figures from public profiles as of June 2026; verify current details with each company.
More licensed companies serving North Texas
- bluefrog Plumbing + Drain of North Dallas · Frisco-based · TX-licensed plumbers
Water-heater replacement specialist with 24/7 emergency service and ~778+ Google reviews; BBB accredited since 2022 (972) 363-5907
Know the costs before you call
A new water heater is a permitted plumbing job in most DFW cities, and the installer's license and warranty matter as much as the unit. Compare two or three written bids, and see how we score companies on our methodology page. For related trades, see our best plumbers, best electricians and best roofers rankings.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the best water heater installer in North Texas?
Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric is the highest-scored in our 2026 ranking (4.9★, 14,192 reviews) and runs dedicated water-heater installation crews. Berkeys and Legacy Plumbing also score strongly. The right choice depends on your city, fuel type (gas vs. electric) and whether you're going tank or tankless — get two or three written bids.
Do I need a licensed plumber to install a water heater in Texas?
Yes. Water heater installation and replacement is licensed plumbing work in Texas and usually requires a city permit and inspection. Look up the master plumber (M-####) or responsible master plumber (RMP-####) license on the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners (TSBPE) database and confirm it is current. Every company in our list shows the license number we found, or a dash where we could not verify one.
How were these companies ranked?
Each company is scored on verified Google/BBB ratings and review volume, years in business, Texas plumbing licensing, and water-heater service depth (tank, tankless, gas and electric). Figures come from public profiles as of June 2026, are re-checked monthly, and no company paid for placement.