Water Heater Replacement

When the old unit has run its course, get the right replacement installed correctly — the first time.

A water heater that is leaking from the tank, consistently failing to produce enough hot water, or pushing past the 10 to 15 year mark is telling you something. At that point, repair costs start adding up fast and the risk of a tank failure — and the water damage that comes with it — becomes real. When replacement is the right call, the decision that matters most is getting the right unit installed correctly. At Black Cat Electric and Plumbing, we help Nashville homeowners choose the right water heater for their household size and usage, then install it safely and up to current Tennessee code requirements.

Every water heater replacement starts with an honest conversation. We look at your existing unit, assess the condition of the connections and surrounding plumbing, and make sure the replacement unit is properly sized for your home's demand. Whether your home runs on an electric water heater or a gas unit, Kyle Tapia handles the full scope of the replacement — disconnecting and removing the old unit, making any necessary updates to the connections or venting, installing the new unit, and testing everything before the job is considered done. Nothing gets handed off. Nothing gets rushed.

Proper installation also matters for your warranty. Most water heater manufacturers require professional installation by a licensed plumber to keep the warranty valid. Black Cat Electric and Plumbing is a licensed plumbing contractor serving Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, Nolensville, and surrounding Middle Tennessee communities. If your water heater is giving out, call (615) 479-0327 — we will assess the situation, give you a clear recommendation, and get the replacement handled efficiently.

What We Offer:

Electric & Gas Water Heater Replacement – Full replacement of both electric and gas residential water heaters, with all connections properly handled and tested before the job is complete.
Old Unit Removal & Disposal – We disconnect, remove, and dispose of your old water heater as part of the replacement scope — no leftover unit sitting in your garage or utility room.
Proper Unit Sizing for Your Home – Before recommending a replacement unit, we assess your household's hot water demand to make sure the new unit is sized correctly — not too small to keep up and not oversized for what you actually need.
Connection Updates & Code Corrections – When existing connections, shutoff valves, or venting do not meet current code requirements, we address those as part of the replacement so the new unit is installed into a system that is ready for it.
Pressure Relief Valve & Expansion Tank Installation – Where required by current plumbing code, we install or replace the temperature and pressure relief valve and thermal expansion tank as part of every water heater replacement.
Gas Line Inspection & Connection – For gas water heater replacements, we inspect the existing gas line and connections and make sure the new unit is properly connected, leak-tested, and vented before it is put into service.
Post-Installation Testing & Walkthrough – After installation, we test the unit for proper operation, check all connections for leaks, and walk you through the new unit's settings and maintenance basics before we leave.

Why Choose Black Cat Electric and Plumbing for Water Heater Replacement

Right-Sized Unit, Not Just the Fastest Option – The most common mistake in water heater replacement is installing the same size unit that came out without checking whether it was ever the right size for the home. We assess your household's actual demand before making a recommendation so you end up with a unit that performs the way you expect it to.

Licensed Installation That Protects Your Warranty – Water heater manufacturers require professional installation by a licensed plumber to keep the unit's warranty valid. Kyle Tapia is a licensed plumber, and every replacement is installed to Tennessee code standards — protecting both your warranty and your home.

Full Scope, No Handoffs – Kyle handles the removal, the installation, the connection updates, and the testing personally. There is no rotating crew, no subcontracted labor, and no gaps in accountability. The same person who gives you the assessment is the one doing the work.

Code Corrections Handled as Part of the Job – Older homes often have water heater connections, venting, or shutoff configurations that no longer meet current code. We identify and address those issues as part of the replacement rather than installing a new unit into a system that is not ready for it.

Serving Nashville and Middle Tennessee – Black Cat Electric and Plumbing handles water heater replacements across Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, Nolensville, Spring Hill, Smyrna, Murfreesboro, Columbia, and surrounding communities. Locally owned, directly accountable, and invested in the work we leave behind in every home we visit.