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Water heater repair & replacement in Peachland
Cold showers, a tank weeping at the base, or a heater that's simply old? We fix and replace water heaters in Peachland, matched to your household and set up for the District's moderately hard water.
Anderson Plumbing and Gas Fitting · owner-operated · last updated
Gas contractor licensed with Technical Safety BC (LGA0212697)
Quick answer
For water heater repair or replacement in Peachland, call Anderson Plumbing and Gas Fitting at (250) 859-3548. We work on gas and electric tanks, tankless units and heat pump water heaters, and pull the Technical Safety BC permit for gas installs.
Peachland's water comes from Peachland Creek, filtered and disinfected with UV and chlorine at the District's treatment facility, with Okanagan Lake kept for emergencies. The District's 2024 report puts hardness at about 97 to 108 mg/L: moderately hard.
For a water heater that means slow scale build-up. A tank benefits from a flush once a year, and a tankless unit should have isolation valves so its heat exchanger can be descaled on the manufacturer's schedule. When we install either, we set it up for that maintenance from day one.
Gas water heaters in Peachland are permitted through Technical Safety BC. Under our gas contractor licence (LGA0212697), we pull the permit with the job.
Water heater repair & replacement in Peachland
Tank swaps
Gas or electric, sized for how many people and bathrooms you have, with new shut-offs, connectors and a properly piped relief valve.
Diagnosis and repair
Pilot, thermocouple, gas valve, element, thermostat and anode problems fixed, with an honest view on whether the tank is worth it.
Tankless
New installs with gas and venting checked first, and descaling for units already in place.
Heat pump water heaters
Where there is room for airflow and a condensate drain. The dedicated circuit they usually need is wired by an electrician.
Before we get there
No hot water: is it worth repairing or replacing?
If you have no hot water, the age of the tank matters most: tanks are usually worth replacing once they're past 10 to 12 years old. Inside that range a repair often makes sense; past it, replacing usually does. Call Anderson Plumbing and Gas Fitting at (250) 859-3548 and we'll assess it on site and tell you honestly which one makes sense for yours.
Read the guideLicence and how we work
Gas contractor licensed with Technical Safety BC (LGA0212697).
- Owner-operated. The owner quotes every job and is on site for the work.
- A fair, upfront price first. You get the price before any work starts, so you can say yes or no before you are committed.
- Gas work under permit. We pull the permit on gas work, and we can put the permit number and our licence number on your invoice.
- Honest repair-or-replace advice. We assess the job first and explain your options in plain language. If a repair makes more sense than a new unit, that's what we'll tell you.
If you smell gas, leave right away and call FortisBC's 24-hour emergency line at 1-800-663-9911 (or your propane supplier) or 911 from outside. Then call us for the repair.
About usReviews
What customers say
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“Dylan installed a new water heater for us the same morning I contacted him. …”
“We had a great experience with Dylan replacing our water heater. He was professional, friendly, and arrived right on time. The installation was done efficiently and with great attention to detail. He communicated clearly throughout the process, and the whole job was so seamless we hardly even knew he was here! It’s clear he takes pride in his work and provides excellent customer service. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Dylan to anyone needing his services. Thanks again!”
“Excellent workmanship. Dylan replaced 100% of the Poly b plumbing in my mobile home plus installing the gas and water lines to the new hot water heater. Dylan communicated every step and completed the work on time. The quote was very reasonable and he stayed on budget. I absolutely recommend Dylan for any plumbing and gas fitting needs. Working under a mobile home is an awful experience and he was a true professional from start to finish. Thanks again Dylan”
Questions, answered
Do I need to descale a tankless water heater in Peachland?
Yes, from time to time. At about 97 to 108 mg/L of hardness, scale builds up gradually in the heat exchanger. Isolation valves make descaling a quick service visit; follow the manufacturer's interval.
Where does Peachland's water come from?
Peachland Creek, treated at the District of Peachland's water treatment facility. An Okanagan Lake pump station is kept for emergency use only.
Who issues the permit for a gas water heater in Peachland?
The District of Peachland handles building and plumbing permits, but gas permits come from Technical Safety BC. Under our gas contractor licence (LGA0212697), we pull it.
Should I repair or replace my water heater?
If the tank is fairly new and a part has failed, repair it. If it's past 10 to 12 years and leaking from the body, replace it. When it's close, we give you both prices.
Sources
The public records behind the local facts on this page.
- District of Peachland, Annual Drinking Water Report 2024
- District of Peachland, Building and plumbing permit application
- Technical Safety BC, Gas installation permit and safety jurisdiction in BC
- Hardness scale: USGS (soft 0 to 60, moderately hard 61 to 120, hard 121 to 180, very hard over 180 mg/L), as listed in Health Canada's Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality: Operational Parameters, Table 2
Get an honest answer and a fair, upfront price
We are open 24/7 and tell you honestly when we can be there. You get the price before any work starts.