What does a new water heater cost in Tulsa? AO Smith tank water heaters installed start at $2,575 for a 40-gallon, $2,755 for a 50-gallon and $5,259 for a 75-gallon. Navien tankless installations start at $5,999. We can usually do a same-day swap on a standard 40- or 50-gallon tank, haul the old one away and bring the setup up to code. Your exact flat-rate price is quoted upfront before any work starts.
Water Heater Installation
Family-owned since 2017, Acts of Service Plumbing provides expert water heater installation and replacement services throughout Tulsa, Bixby, and neighboring communities. Our crew arrives wearing shoe covers and putting down protective tarps to handle standard tank and tankless water heater setups. We offer upfront pricing so the price we give you when we walk in the door is the price with no hidden fees.
What we see in Tulsa-area homes
- Leaking water heater supply lines spraying water overnight.
- Water heaters leaking internally or showing signs of gas leaks.
- Units improperly spaced too close to walls or missing required code updates.
- Water pooling in closets or near units due to tank leaks or clogged floor drains.
- Old standard and tankless water heaters needing full replacement.
How we fix it
- Inspect the existing water heater setup and provide an upfront estimate for repair or replacement.
- Safely disconnect and remove old tanks, gas lines, and worn supply connections.
- Install new standard or tankless water heaters while bringing the setup up to current code requirements with expansion tanks and hammer arrestors.
- Rebuild water manifolds and connect necessary drainage or condensation lines for proper access and safety.
Signs it's time to call
- Water pooling around the base of your water heater or inside the utility closet.
- Supply lines or fittings developing pinhole leaks or spraying water.
- Inconsistent hot water temperature or a complete lack of hot water at your fixtures.
- Utility companies or inspections flagging potential gas leaks or code violations on your unit.
Recent jobs like this
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Tank or tankless?
| AO Smith tank | Navien tankless | |
|---|---|---|
| Installed price | Starts at $2,575 (40 gal), $2,755 (50 gal), $5,259 (75 gal) | Starts at $5,999 |
| Typical life | About 10 to 15 years | 25+ years (stainless heat exchanger) or 15 to 20 (copper) with a yearly flush; not a guarantee |
| Hot water | Limited to the tank size | Endless hot water |
| Maintenance | Flush yearly, anode rod every 2 to 3 years | Yearly flush of the heat exchanger by a licensed plumber |
| Install day | Usually same-day for a standard tank | Water, gas and vent lines rerun |
Hard water and your new tank
According to the City of Tulsa, Tulsa water averages 5.2 to 8.2 grains per gallon of hardness depending on the treatment plant. That is why we add a yearly maintenance reminder to our system when we install your tank.
Repair before replace, explained by Michael
We don't start with a sale. "A lot of times you can just repair them versus replacing, which is cheaper." When it does need replacing, Michael is straight about why our techs don't push it: "If your water heater can be repaired or needs to be replaced, technician gets paid the same."
Real water heater installation jobs across the Tulsa area
Catoosa, OK
- Gas Water Heater Replacement in Catoosa — The replacement gas heater was fitted with a moisture-sensing shutoff, and the kitchen faucet was repaired during this job. Work at the Catoosa, OK 74015 home was completed September 2, 2026.
Glenpool, OK
- 50-Gallon Gas Water Heater Replacement in Glenpool — Water and gas connections were updated as part of installing the replacement 50-gallon gas tank. This Glenpool, OK 74033 installation was completed September 4, 2026.
Owasso, OK
- 75-Gallon Gas Water Heater Replacement in Owasso — We removed the aging gas water heater and installed a 75-gallon replacement at this Owasso, OK 74055 home. Our crew completed the tank replacement on November 3, 2026.
Sapulpa, OK
- Gas Water Heater Replacement in Sapulpa — A tank leak was the reason for this gas-heater replacement in Sapulpa, OK 74066. We installed a new 40-gallon tank, completing the job on January 30, 2026.
See how we handled it on real jobs
These water heater stories come from our crew's actual job records. Each write-up includes real before-and-after photos, so you can see the old setup and the replacement we installed at that home.
Where we do this work
The same crew that completed the replacement jobs above installs water heaters across our Tulsa-metro service area. We work under Oklahoma license #035596. For tank and tankless installation, we serve Tulsa, Broken Arrow, Bixby, Owasso, Jenks, Collinsville, Catoosa, Coweta, Glenpool, Sand Springs, Sapulpa, Claremore and Skiatook.
Local pages for this service: Water heater replacement in Broken Arrow.
A replacement already waiting under warranty
The homeowner on this Broken Arrow job had already arranged a 75-gallon warranty replacement through Home Depot. Casey and Jared handled the transport: they took the failed Rheem to the store, collected the AO Smith and brought it back to install. New stainless flex connectors, water hammer arrestors and a ProPress shutoff with adapters completed the connections. Read the warranty replacement story for what our crew handled alongside the homeowner's store arrangement.
A narrow closet still needed the supporting parts
The Glenpool 50-gallon gas replacement sat beside a furnace in a narrow utility closet. We worked around overhead venting, water piping and the gas connection. Along with the new tank, the work included a drip pan, an expansion tank, water hammer arrestors, stainless flexible water connectors and a main shutoff valve. The gas side received a new flex connector and drip leg. We removed and disposed of the old tank. See the Glenpool closet installation.
Straight Answers
What are your operating hours for water heater services?
For water heater installations, our hours are Open 24 hours Monday–Saturday · Closed Sunday. Call or text (918) 891-1737 to arrange your visit and discuss the installation.
How do you price your work?
Before your heater installation begins, we quote the flat-rate amount upfront. That pricing applies throughout the Tulsa metro, and a home inside our service area does not have a separate trip fee added. You know the price before work starts.
Do you offer upfront pricing?
The water-heater price stated at your door is the price for the work. There are no hidden fees waiting to be added to that quoted amount.
What areas do you service?
We serve Tulsa, Bixby, Broken Arrow, Owasso, Catoosa, Glenpool, and surrounding communities with offices in Tulsa and Bixby.
Can you bring older water heater setups up to code during installation?
Yes, our crew installs necessary components like expansion tanks, hammer arrestors, and proper flex connectors to bring your water heater setup up to code.
How much does a new water heater cost?
Installed AO Smith tank pricing starts at $2,575 for the 40-gallon size. The starting figures are $2,755 for a 50-gallon tank and $5,259 for a 75-gallon tank. A Navien tankless installation starts at $5,999. Those are starting prices, not a quote for every house: gas versus electric, the venting, the heater's location and any code updates can affect your installation cost. We give your home's exact flat-rate price upfront before starting any work.
Can you replace my water heater the same day?
Yes. We can usually do a same-day replacement for a standard 40- or 50-gallon tank, and we haul away the old one.
What code updates come with a water heater replacement?
Usually a new ball valve, water hammer arrestors, an expansion tank, a drip pan under the tank so a leak doesn't flood the house, and a drip leg on the gas line.
What warranty comes with an AO Smith water heater?
AO Smith tanks come with a standard six-year warranty. You can upgrade to a ten-year warranty by having a second anode rod installed, which helps protect the tank.
How do I make my water heater last longer?
Flush it once a year and change the anode rod every two to three years. We add a yearly maintenance reminder to our system when we install your tank.
What if I buy my own water heater?
We can install it, but a tank you supply doesn't get the tank warranty you get when we provide it. You get a limited warranty on the parts we use.
Should I get a tank or tankless water heater?
A tank costs less up front and lasts about 10 to 15 years. A Navien tankless costs more, gives endless hot water and can last 25+ years with a stainless heat exchanger (15 to 20 with copper) with a yearly flush, typical rather than guaranteed. We'll walk you through both.
Do your techs earn more if I buy a new water heater?
No. Our technicians are paid hourly, not on commission, so they get paid the same whether your water heater is repaired or replaced.
Can installation include collecting a warranty replacement tank?
Yes; on the Broken Arrow job, our crew took the failed tank to Home Depot and brought the warranty replacement back for installation.
Was the old tank removed on the Glenpool 50-gallon replacement?
Yes; that installation included removing and disposing of the old tank.
