Water Heater Replacement & Plumbing in West Hills
We work all over West Hills, from the streets off Fallbrook to the homes up against the hills. Water heater replacement and repair is most of what we do here, along with leaks and general plumbing.
SureFix Plumbers Inc. · Licensed plumbing contractor, CSLB #1134329 · Based in Van Nuys
Water heaters in West Hills homes
West Hills is mostly 1960s and 70s single-family homes, with the water heater in the garage in nearly all of them. A lot of these homes still have their original copper or galvanized lines going into the heater, along with older shut-off valves that don't fully close. We replace those connections when we swap the heater so you're not left with a weak spot.
Because most West Hills water heaters are in roomy garages, many homes here are a good fit for a heat pump water heater.
Rebates for West Hills homes
West Hills is in the City of Los Angeles, so most homes get electricity from LADWP and gas from SoCalGas. That decides which rebates you can use.
LADWP heat pump water heater rebate
LADWP lists rebates of $1,500 to $2,500 on qualifying heat pump water heaters, depending on tank size and efficiency.
San Fernando Valley heat pump water heater program
West Hills is one of the program's priority communities. The program opens November 2, 2026, and lists incentives of $2,000 to $3,500 per home. Funding is limited. We're confirming with both programs whether it can be combined with the LADWP rebate.
SoCalGas tankless rebate
SoCalGas offers rebates on qualifying tankless water heaters when you replace a tank water heater in a single-family home.
Rebate amounts and rules come from each program and can change or run out of funding. Check the official pages: LADWP, San Fernando Valley program, SoCalGas. Text us your address and we'll tell you which ones look like a fit for your home.
Permits
West Hills permits go through the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS), and the Valley office is at 6262 Van Nuys Blvd. Water heater replacements need a permit and an inspection. We pull the permit and meet the inspector, so you don't have to deal with it.
What we do in West Hills
- Water heater replacement: tank swaps, earthquake straps, new venting and gas or water lines as needed
- Water heater repair: no hot water, pilot or burner problems, leaks, noisy tanks
- Heat pump water heaters: switching from gas, including the 240V circuit and permit
- Tankless water heaters: gas tank to tankless conversions
- General plumbing: leaks, drains, fixtures, shut-off valves
Questions West Hills homeowners ask
Should I replace my water heater before it fails?
If it's past 12 years old, showing rust or making popping sounds, planning ahead is usually cheaper than an emergency replacement after it floods the garage.
How do I know my water heater is about to go?
Rusty water, rumbling or popping, water around the base, or not enough hot water are the common signs. Send us a photo of the label and we can tell you how old it is.
Is West Hills in the San Fernando Valley heat pump program?
Yes. West Hills is listed as one of the program's priority communities.
Can you replace the shut-off valve too?
Yes. If the valve above your water heater is old or stuck, we replace it during the install.
Need a plumber in West Hills?
Call or text SureFix Plumbers at 818-209-7900. Send a photo of your water heater and its label if you can, and we'll tell you what we see.
Serving West Hills 91304, 91307