Water Heater Repair & Replacement Services. Fast, Honest & Same-Day
Your water heater is one of those appliances you only think about when it stops working — which is usually at the worst possible time. At Riviance HVAC, we handle water heater repairs and replacements across Washtenaw County, on all major tank and tankless systems, with the same same-day response and honest pricing we bring to every other job.
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Water Heater Services
Most homeowners do not think about their water heater until it stops working. We service, repair, and replace both tank and tankless water heaters across Washtenaw and Wayne Counties. Catching a problem early is almost always cheaper than the alternative, and same-day service is available throughout our coverage area.
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Signs Your Water Heater Needs Attention
Any of these is worth having checked before the situation worsens. In most cases, the earlier we look at it, the more options you have.
Our Water Heater Services
Tank Water Heater Replacement
When replacement is the right move, we help you select the right tank size, fuel type, and efficiency rating for your household's hot water demand. We remove and properly dispose of your old unit, install the new one, test all connections and controls, and make sure you have reliable hot water before we leave.
Tankless Water Heater Installation & Service
Tank vs. Tankless — What's Right for Your Home
Tank water heaters have a lower upfront cost, straightforward installation, and familiar operation. They’re the right choice for most households with standard hot water demand and a reasonable utility room footprint. A quality tank unit lasts 8–12 years with proper maintenance.
Tankless water heaters cost more upfront but provide unlimited hot water on demand, have a longer typical lifespan (15–20 years), and qualify for federal energy tax credits. They’re an especially good fit for larger households where running out of hot water is a recurring issue, or homeowners planning to stay in the home long-term.
We’ll help you run the actual numbers — upfront cost, operating cost over time, and available rebates — so your decision is based on your situation, not a sales pitch.
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Furnace Service Gallery
Why Choose Riviance HVAC for Your Furnace
- Trained & Certified Our technicians hold Michigan LARA mechanical contractor credentials and are trained on every major furnace brand. When it comes to gas systems specifically, proper certification isn’t optional — and ours are always current.
- No Pressure, Ever We’ll tell you honestly whether your furnace is worth repairing or needs to be replaced — even if the replacement would earn us more. You get the full picture and you make the call.
- One Company, Everything You Need From emergency midnight repairs to complete new installations, we handle it all. Free estimates and flexible financing mean you always have options.
- We Actually Show Up. Same-day furnace service is our standard. Our 24/7 emergency line connects you directly to a technician — not a recording, not a queue, not a callback window.
FAQ
Tank water heaters last 8–12 years on average with proper maintenance. Tankless units typically last 15–20 years. If your unit is approaching or past these ranges and starting to cause problems, replacement is usually more cost-effective than repair.
If your unit is under 8 years old and the repair cost is modest, repair usually makes sense. If it's over 10 years old, has had repeated issues, or the repair cost approaches 50% of a replacement — replacement is generally the smarter long-term decision. We'll walk you through both options honestly.
In most cases, a standard tank water heater replacement can be completed in 2–3 hours. Tankless installations vary depending on whether any gas line, venting, or electrical modifications are needed.
High-demand tankless units often require a larger gas line than a standard tank unit. We'll assess your existing gas supply as part of the estimate process and let you know if any upgrades are needed before you commit.
Yes. Heat pump water heaters currently qualify for a federal tax credit of up to 30% under the Inflation Reduction Act. Additionally, DTE Energy and Consumers Energy offer rebates on qualifying high-efficiency water heaters. We'll identify every applicable incentive for your installation.
We work with all major residential water heater brands including Rheem, Bradford White, A.O. Smith, Navien, Rinnai, and more. Our recommendation is always based on reliability, warranty, and what fits your home — not brand preference.
Hot Water Shouldn't Be Something You Have to Think About.
We keep it that way — with fast repairs, honest replacements, and installations done right the first time.
Riviance HVAC — Ann Arbor's Trusted Heating & Cooling Company