Need a new water heater? We install conventional and tankless water heating systems and help homeowners choose equipment that fits their household's hot water needs.
A reliable water heater is one of the most important systems in your home. When an older unit can no longer meet your hot water needs, replacing it with properly selected equipment can improve reliability, performance, and peace of mind.
At John Owens Services, we follow the John Owens Way: maintain first, repair when needed, replace last. We do not recommend replacement unless it makes practical sense. When installation is the right choice, we help homeowners understand their options and choose equipment that fits their household.
Our team installs both conventional tank-style water heaters and tankless systems. We evaluate your hot water usage, discuss your goals, and recommend solutions designed for long-term performance.
Since 1986, homeowners throughout Marin and Sonoma County have trusted us for honest recommendations and quality plumbing workmanship.
Choosing a new water heater involves more than simply replacing the old unit. Our water heater service team helps you compare options, understand capacity requirements, and select equipment that matches your home’s needs. We focus on practical recommendations and long-term value rather than one-size-fits-all solutions for your home’s plumbing.
We evaluate the age, condition, repair history, and overall performance of the system. If repair remains practical, we’ll explain that. If replacement offers better long-term value, we’ll explain why.
The right choice depends on household size, hot water usage patterns, available space, and long-term goals. We help homeowners compare both options.
Lifespan varies by equipment type, maintenance history, water quality, and usage. A professional evaluation can help determine the condition of your current system.
In many cases, yes. We can evaluate your home’s plumbing and discuss whether a tankless system is a good fit.
Proper sizing depends on the number of occupants, fixtures, appliances, and hot water demand within the home.
Installation projects typically include removal of the existing equipment. Specific project details should be confirmed during the estimate process.
From the Marin coast to Sonoma wine country, we bring honest plumbing, heating & cooling to homeowners across both counties — based locally since 1986.