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Old 12-08-2023, 04:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Topspinmo View Post
That $875 probably electric water heater? which most anybody can replace with minimum skills. But, in Florida you probably have to get permit. In another state I replaced my own water heater, then they was 4 0r 5 hundred bucks.
Yes, it is for a 40-gallon electric water heater. Personally, I think it is a good price. Most homeowners could not even lift and remove the old tank. And then, you need to do the electrical and plumbing work to hook up the new one, including an expansion tank. I would gladly pay $875.