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You’re not thinking about your water heater until it stops working. Then suddenly you’re dealing with cold showers, a flooded utility room, or both.
Here’s what changes when your system actually works: your morning routine runs on schedule. Your energy bill stops climbing for no reason. You’re not wondering if that puddle near the tank is going to turn into a bigger problem.
Most homes in South Cocoa Beach were built around 1980. If your water heater is original or even from the 90s, you’re on borrowed time. The average lifespan is 8 to 12 years. After that, you’re not just risking inconvenience—you’re risking damage to walls, floors, and everything stored nearby. Mold growth follows water damage, and that’s a whole different expense.
When your water heater is properly sized, installed to code, and maintained, you get consistent temperature, lower utility costs, and peace of mind that the thing isn’t going to fail at the worst possible time.
Drain Wizard is a family-owned plumbing company based in Cocoa. We’ve been serving Brevard County for over 18 years, and our team brings more than 40 years of combined plumbing experience to every job.
Our approach comes from 20+ years of military service—honesty, hard work, and doing the job right the first time. We’re not the cheapest option, and we don’t try to be. You’re paying for certified master plumbers who show up on time, diagnose the real problem, and fix it without upselling you on things you don’t need.
We’re A+ rated with the Better Business Bureau. We offer same-day service when you need it and 24/7 emergency response when things go wrong after hours. Every estimate is free, and our pricing is by the project—not by the hour—so you know what you’re paying before we start.
First, we schedule a time that works for you. We’ll come out, assess your current water heater, and figure out whether you need a repair or a full replacement. If it’s repairable and makes financial sense, we’ll tell you. If it’s time for a new unit, we’ll explain why and what your options are.
Once you approve the work, we handle everything: pulling permits if needed, removing the old unit, installing the new one to code, and testing it to make sure it’s working properly. Most installations take a few hours. You’ll have hot water the same day.
We’ll also walk you through what to expect from your new system—how to adjust the temperature, what maintenance looks like, and how long you can expect it to last. If something goes wrong after we leave, we guarantee our work. You call us, we come back.
The goal is simple: get your hot water running again without dragging the process out or leaving you guessing what’s happening next.
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We handle repairs, replacements, and new installations for both tank and tankless systems. If your water heater is leaking, making noise, or just not heating water like it used to, we’ll diagnose the issue and give you a straight answer about whether it’s worth fixing.
For replacements, we’ll help you choose the right size and type for your home. A lot of homes in South Cocoa Beach don’t have the electrical capacity for tankless electric heaters, so we’ll assess your setup and recommend what actually works—not what’s trendy. Gas conversions are an option if it makes sense for your property.
Every installation includes removal of your old unit, proper disposal, code-compliant installation of the new system, and a full walkthrough of how it operates. We also check for any underlying issues—like sediment buildup, corrosion, or venting problems—that could shorten the life of your new water heater.
If you’re dealing with discolored water, inconsistent temperatures, or rising energy bills, those are signs your system is failing. Catching it early means you can plan the replacement instead of scrambling when it floods your laundry room at 9 PM on a Saturday.
If your water heater is less than 8 years old and the problem is minor—like a faulty thermostat or a worn valve—repair usually makes sense. You’re looking at a few hundred dollars instead of a few thousand.
But if your unit is over 10 years old, leaking from the tank itself, or constantly needing fixes, replacement is the smarter move. Older tanks develop internal corrosion that can’t be repaired. Once that starts, it’s only a matter of time before the tank fails completely.
Other signs it’s time to replace: rusty or discolored water, loud banging or popping noises that don’t go away after flushing, and water that takes forever to heat up or never gets hot enough. If you’re seeing any of those, call us for an assessment. We’ll give you an honest answer about whether it’s worth repairing or if you’re better off replacing it now before it becomes an emergency.
It depends on how many people live in your home and how much hot water you use at once. A household of one or two people can usually get by with a 40-gallon tank. Three to four people typically need 50 gallons. Larger families or homes with high hot water demand—multiple bathrooms, frequent laundry, long showers—may need 75 gallons or more.
Tankless systems are sized differently. They’re rated by flow rate, measured in gallons per minute. You’ll need to calculate how many fixtures might run at the same time—shower, dishwasher, washing machine—and make sure the unit can keep up.
Here’s the catch: most older homes in South Cocoa Beach don’t have the electrical panel capacity to support a whole-home tankless electric heater. You’d need a significant electrical upgrade, which adds cost. Gas tankless heaters are an option if you have gas service or can add it. We’ll assess your home’s setup and recommend what actually works for your situation, not just what sounds good on paper.
Most standard tank water heater replacements take between two and four hours. That includes removing the old unit, installing the new one, connecting it to your water and power or gas lines, and testing everything to make sure it’s working properly.
If we’re installing a tankless system or doing a fuel conversion—like switching from electric to gas—it can take longer. Tankless installations often require additional venting, upgraded gas lines, or electrical work. Plan on a full day for those.
Repairs are usually faster. If it’s something simple like replacing a heating element or a pressure relief valve, we can often knock it out in under an hour. More complex repairs—like addressing a leak or flushing a heavily clogged tank—might take a couple of hours. Either way, we’ll give you a time estimate upfront so you know what to expect.
Tank water heaters store hot water in a large tank—usually 40 to 80 gallons—and keep it heated so it’s ready when you need it. They’re reliable, affordable to install, and easy to repair. The downside is they can run out of hot water if you use more than the tank holds, and they use energy to keep that water hot even when you’re not using it.
Tankless water heaters heat water on demand. When you turn on a faucet, cold water flows through the unit and gets heated instantly. You never run out of hot water, and you’re not paying to keep a tank heated 24/7. They’re more energy-efficient and take up less space.
But tankless systems cost more upfront—often two to three times the price of a tank system when you factor in installation. They also require adequate electrical capacity or gas supply, which many older South Cocoa Beach homes don’t have without upgrades. If you’re in a home built in the 80s or earlier, a tankless system might not be practical without significant additional work. We’ll walk you through what’s realistic for your property.
Leaks usually come from one of three places: the pressure relief valve, the drain valve, or the tank itself. If it’s the valve, that’s often a simple fix—either tightening a connection or replacing the valve. If water is pooling around the base of the tank, that’s a bigger problem.
When the tank itself is leaking, it means the inner lining has corroded through. That’s not repairable. The tank is compromised, and it needs to be replaced before it fails completely and floods your space.
Don’t ignore a leak, even if it’s small. Water damage adds up fast—ruined flooring, damaged drywall, mold growth. If you catch it early, you can plan the replacement on your schedule instead of dealing with an emergency. Turn off the water supply to the heater if you can, and call us. We’ll come out, assess the situation, and let you know whether it’s a quick fix or time for a new unit.
A standard tank water heater replacement typically runs between $1,200 and $2,500, depending on the size of the unit and any additional work needed—like upgrading venting or bringing things up to current code. Tankless systems start around $3,000 and can go higher if electrical or gas line upgrades are required.
The price includes the unit itself, labor, removal and disposal of the old heater, and any permits. If your home needs modifications to support the new system—like a larger gas line or an expanded electrical panel—that adds to the cost.
We give free estimates, and our pricing is by the project, not by the hour. That means you’ll know the full cost before we start, with no surprises. We’re not the cheapest option in Brevard County, but we’re also not going to cut corners or leave you with a system that barely meets code. You’re paying for certified plumbers with decades of experience who do the job right the first time.
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