Taysom Plumbing
A plumber fitting a new tank water heater in a garage

Water heaters · Orange County, CA

Water heater repair and replacement.

Repair, replacement, tank or tankless. We tell you honestly which one your home actually needs.

(949) 919-7103
  • Licensed in California
  • Price before we start
  • Respect for your home
  • We stand behind it

Signs your water heaterneeds a look.

Two Taysom plumbers working on the connections at the top of a water heater
Gloved hands tightening a copper fitting on top of a new water heater

  1. Running out of hot water

    Showers going cold sooner than they used to. Often sediment building up in the tank or a heating part wearing out.

  2. Rusty or discolored hot water

    Brown or reddish water from the hot tap only can mean the inside of the tank is starting to corrode.

  3. Rumbling or popping

    Sediment hardening at the bottom of a tank makes it knock and pop as it heats. It also makes the heater work harder.

  4. Water around the base

    Pooling, dripping or damp flooring near the heater is worth a look before a small leak becomes a big one.

  5. Pilot or burner trouble

    On a gas heater, a pilot that won’t stay lit or a burner that won’t fire leaves you with no hot water at all.

  6. Too hot, or never hot enough

    Water that swings between scalding and lukewarm can point to a thermostat or valve that isn’t doing its job.

Sound like yours?

Gas, electric or tankless?Three good answers, for different homes.

  • 01
    A gas tank water heater with its flue and gas valve

    Gas tank

    A gas burner heats a tank of water and keeps it ready, so hot water is there the moment you open a tap.

    • Heats back up quickly after heavy use
    • Works with an existing gas line and vent
    • Straightforward like-for-like swap

    Best for: Homes that already have gas and want a dependable replacement.

  • 02
    An electric tank water heater

    Electric tank

    Electric elements heat a tank of water. No gas line and no flue, so it fits where gas can’t.

    • No gas line or venting needed
    • Simple to install and run
    • Usually less to buy up front

    Best for: Homes without gas, or where a vent isn’t practical.

  • 03
    A wall-mounted tankless water heater

    Tankless

    Heats water as it flows through, so there’s no tank of water kept hot around the clock.

    • Hot water on demand, no tank to reheat
    • Mounts on a wall, frees up floor space
    • No heat lost keeping a tank warm

    Best for: Homes that keep running out of hot water, or want the space a tank takes up.

Not sure which?That’s what the visit is for.

We tell you honestly which one your home actually needs.

(949) 919-7103
Eric Taysom in a Taysom Plumbing work shirt, arms crossed, smiling

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Programs change often. Each program’s own page has today’s details and the full rules.

Last checked September 2026

  • Open for 2026

    Gas tankless water heaters

    Up to $1,500

    $80 to $1,500, depending on the heater’s efficiency (UEF)

    • ENERGY STAR certified tankless
    • Replacing a tank water heater
    • SoCalGas residential customer
    Check eligibility on SoCalGas
  • Open for 2026

    Gas tank water heaters

    Up to $575

    $300 to $575, depending on the heater’s efficiency (UEF)

    • High-efficiency gas tank, 20 to 55 gallons
    • Not bought at a big-box store (Home Depot, Lowe’s, Best Buy)
    • SoCalGas residential customer
    Check eligibility on SoCalGas

  • TECH Clean California & HEEHRA

    Fully reserved

    Heat pump water heaters

    Single-family budgets are fully reserved statewide; new funding is in development

    Watch for new funding

  • IRS

    Ended Dec 31, 2025

    Federal tax credit (25C)

    Only claimable for qualifying installs completed in 2025, on your 2025 return

    Details on IRS.gov

How it works

Four steps. No surprises.From the first call to the final walkthrough.

  1. 01

    Tell us what’s going on

    Call or book online. You don’t need to know what it’s called.

    A phone showing a call button, with a speech bubble beside it
  2. 02

    We look, then we explain

    Your options and the price, before anything starts.

    A tablet showing a checked-off estimate, next to a handheld leak detector
  3. 03

    We do the work

    Covers down, done properly, cleaned up after.

    A pipe wrench, copper pipe and fitting, and a coil of PEX tubing on a folded drop cloth
  4. 04

    Final walkthrough

    You see the finished work before we leave.

    A new brushed-gold faucet with a single water drop, beside a folded towel

Reviews

What homeowners sayafter we leave.

Yelp rating5.03 reviews onYelp

  • “Work was done with great quality and quickly for a good price!”

    Got to talk to Eric about my project, he was straightforward, honest and accommodating. Logan called and gave me a ETA before showing up. Work was done with great quality and quickly for a good price! I plan on using them again.

    Zachery D.October 2026Read onYelp

  • “There was no beating around the bush when it came to pricing.”

    Taysom was awesome! Showed up on time got straight to the point. There was no beating around the bush when it came to pricing. It was clear and straightforward. I had a clog in my bathroom shower. They knew exactly what to do, were in and out within a few hours, and they smelled clean. Highly recommend to anyone looking for excellent service at a great rate

    Josh WestDrain Cleaning & Repairs · October 2026Read onGoogle

  • “They were super responsive and right in time.”

    I highly recommend Taysom plumbing. They were super responsive and right in time. Logan did a great job fixing my toilet.

    J K.October 2026Read onYelp

  • “They even noticed a heavy package sitting on our front porch and brought it inside for us.”

    We recently had Taysom Plumbing do some work on our bathroom shower, and we had a great experience. The pricing was fair, the work was done well, and they cleaned everything up when they were finished. They were all so kind and polite! They even noticed a heavy package sitting on our front porch and brought it inside for us. It was such a thoughtful gesture and definitely went above and beyond. We're really happy with the work and would absolutely recommend Taysom Plumbing to anyone looking for a plumber you can trust. We'll definitely be calling them again when we need plumbing work in the future!

    Katie RichardsonOctober 2026Read onGoogle

  • “Taysom plumbing was exceptional!”

    I have no complaints. Will definitely be using their services again. Professional in all areas of their business.

    Phillip BirneyOctober 2026Read onGoogle

  • “Eric Taysom was there for us every step of the way.”

    We had an absolute plumbing disaster in our home, and Eric Taysom was there for us every step of the way. From the very beginning, he was incredibly responsive, available, and genuinely compassionate about what we were going through. He took the time to carefully assess the situation, explain our options, and come up with thoughtful solutions rather than just trying to get the job done as quickly as possible. …

    Kristen WilsonSeptember 2026Read onGoogle

  • “Taysom Plumbing is the real deal.”

    Honest, trustworthy, knowledgeable, and genuinely care about doing a good job. They’re the kind of people you feel comfortable recommending to friends and family—which is especially important when your plumbing decides to ruin your day... Highly recommend!

    Josh MooreSeptember 2026Read onGoogle

  • “Everything was done by the end of the day which was a huge relief.”

    Had a really good experience with Taysom Plumbing. We could hear water running somewhere in our bathroom and then noticed it was starting to leak into the garage. Called them and they were able to come out that same day, find where the leak was and repipe that section. Everything was done by the end of the day which was a huge relief. …

    Derek CampanileRepipe · September 2026Read onGoogle

Questions

Water heater questions.Straight answers.

Still wondering?

We’d rather you ask than guess.

Call (949) 919-7103Or book a visit
Should I repair or replace my water heater?

It depends on what’s wrong, how old the heater is and what the repair would take. We look at the problem first, explain what we found, and give you the options with a price for each. Nothing starts until you’ve agreed to it.

Tank or tankless: which is right for my home?

It comes down to how much hot water your household uses, the space you have, and your gas or electric setup. Taysom Plumbing looks at all three, then tells you honestly which one your home actually needs.

How can I tell if my water heater is leaking?

Look for water or rust around the base, damp flooring nearby, or a drip from the pipes and valves on top. If you see any of that, give us a call and we’ll take a look.

Which areas do you cover?

All of Orange County: 41 cities and communities, from La Habra down to San Clemente. If you don’t see yours on the list, call us and ask.

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