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Your morning shower works again. Your dishes get clean. Your laundry gets done without waiting for lukewarm water to trickle out.
More than that, though—you’re not mopping up water damage or wondering if that small leak is about to flood your utility room. You’re not dealing with mold growing behind your walls because a slow drip went unnoticed for weeks. And you’re not replacing flooring or drywall because a tank finally gave out at 2 a.m.
When we repair or replace your water heater, you get reliable hot water and peace of mind. The unit works efficiently, your energy bills stop creeping up, and you’re not sitting around hoping it lasts another month. If it’s time for a replacement, we’ll walk you through options that make sense for your home and your budget—whether that’s a traditional tank or a tankless system that saves space and energy.
Drain Wizard is a family-owned plumbing company based in Cocoa, serving Merritt Island and the rest of Brevard County for nearly two decades. We’re fully licensed and insured, and our team brings over 40 years of combined plumbing experience—plus 20 years of military service that taught us to show up on time, do the job right, and stand behind our work.
We know what salt air does to water heaters around here. We know how hard water builds up in tanks and shortens their lifespan. And we know that when your hot water heater stops working, you don’t want a sales pitch—you want it fixed.
That’s what we do. Honest pricing, no surprises, and real solutions for the plumbing problems Merritt Island homeowners actually face.
First, we pick up the phone. If it’s an emergency, we can usually get someone to your home the same day. If it’s not urgent, we’ll schedule a time that works for you.
When we arrive, we’ll take a look at your water heater—whether it’s gas or electric, tank or tankless—and figure out what’s going on. Leaking from the bottom? Corrosion from coastal humidity? Thermostat issue? Sediment buildup? We’ll diagnose it and explain what we found in plain terms.
Then we’ll give you an upfront price for the repair or replacement. No hidden fees, no upselling you on stuff you don’t need. If it makes more sense to replace the unit than repair it, we’ll tell you why and walk through your options.
Once you approve the work, we get it done. We clean up after ourselves, test everything to make sure it’s working, and guarantee our work for a full year. You get hot water back, and we make sure the job’s done right.
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We handle all types of hot water heaters—gas, electric, traditional tanks, and tankless units. If your water heater is leaking, making strange noises, not heating water properly, or just old and inefficient, we can help.
For repairs, we fix faulty thermostats, replace heating elements, stop leaks at pressure relief valves, flush out sediment buildup, and address corrosion issues common in Merritt Island’s coastal climate. Salt air accelerates rust and corrosion on metal components, especially in older units. If you’ve noticed discolored water or your tank is sweating, that’s often a sign corrosion is taking hold.
If your water heater is more than 10 years old and needs a major repair, replacement usually makes more sense. Newer models are more energy-efficient, which means lower utility bills. Tankless water heaters are also an option if you want endless hot water and a unit that takes up less space.
We also offer emergency plumbing services for water heater failures that can’t wait. A leaking tank can dump gallons of water into your home in a short amount of time, damaging floors, walls, and anything stored nearby. If you’re dealing with an active leak, don’t wait—call us and we’ll get there fast.
If your water heater is less than 8 years old and the repair is minor—like a faulty thermostat or heating element—fixing it usually makes sense. These are straightforward repairs that can add years to the unit’s life without a huge expense.
But if your water heater is over 10 years old, leaking from the tank itself, or showing signs of serious corrosion, replacement is often the smarter move. Tanks don’t last forever, and once the inner lining starts to fail, leaks and rust follow quickly. Repairing an old, corroded unit might buy you a few months, but you’ll likely be calling us back soon for another issue.
We’ll always be straight with you about what makes the most sense. If a repair gets you a few more good years, we’ll tell you. If you’re throwing money at a unit that’s on its last legs, we’ll tell you that too.
Salt air is a big one. Living near the coast means your water heater is constantly exposed to humid, salty air that accelerates corrosion on metal tanks and fittings. Over time, that corrosion weakens the tank and causes leaks—especially around the bottom where sediment collects.
Hard water is another common cause. Merritt Island’s water supply has a high mineral content, which leads to sediment buildup inside the tank. That sediment sits at the bottom, traps heat, and causes the metal to deteriorate faster. Eventually, you get a pinhole leak or a crack.
Sometimes it’s just age. Water heaters are built to last 8 to 12 years on average. After that, the anode rod that protects the tank from rust wears out, and the tank itself starts breaking down. Pressure relief valves can also fail, and if they’re leaking, that’s a sign the unit is under stress.
If you see water pooling around your water heater, don’t ignore it. Even a small leak can turn into a big problem fast.
Yes. If your water heater is leaking, completely out, or causing water damage, we treat that as an emergency and do everything we can to get to you the same day.
A leaking water heater isn’t something you can put off. Depending on where the leak is and how bad it is, you could be looking at serious water damage to your floors, walls, and belongings. Mold can start growing within 24 to 48 hours in the right conditions, and once that happens, you’re dealing with a much bigger and more expensive problem.
We’re available 24/7 for emergency plumbing services in Merritt Island and throughout Brevard County. When you call, we’ll ask a few questions to understand what’s happening, and then we’ll get someone out to you as quickly as possible. Our goal is to stop the damage, fix the issue, and get your hot water back on without dragging it out.
It depends on what’s wrong and what type of water heater you have. A simple fix like replacing a heating element or thermostat might run a few hundred dollars. A more involved repair—like fixing a gas valve or replacing a pressure relief valve—will cost more.
If the tank itself is leaking or the unit needs to be replaced, you’re looking at the cost of a new water heater plus installation. Tank water heaters generally cost less upfront than tankless models, but tankless units are more energy-efficient and last longer, which can save you money over time.
We give you an upfront price before we start any work. No surprises, no hidden fees. You’ll know exactly what it costs and why, and you can decide if you want to move forward. If there are options—like repair vs. replace, or standard vs. high-efficiency—we’ll explain the pros and cons so you can make the call that’s right for your situation.
Yes. We work on both gas and electric water heaters, as well as traditional tank models and tankless systems. Each type has its own set of common issues, and we’ve seen and fixed just about all of them.
Electric water heaters usually have problems with heating elements or thermostats. Gas water heaters can have issues with the pilot light, gas valve, or burner assembly. Tankless units sometimes need descaling if you have hard water, or they might have sensor or ignition problems.
No matter what type of water heater you have, we’ll diagnose the issue, explain what’s going on, and fix it. We carry common parts on our trucks, so in many cases we can complete the repair the same day without needing to order anything or come back later.
Regular maintenance is the best way to extend the life of your water heater and catch problems before they turn into emergencies. Flushing the tank once a year removes sediment buildup, which is especially important in Merritt Island because of our hard water. That sediment causes hot spots that wear out the tank faster.
Checking the anode rod every few years is also smart. The anode rod is designed to corrode so the tank doesn’t, but once it’s worn out, the tank starts rusting. Replacing the anode rod is cheap compared to replacing the whole unit.
If you have a tankless water heater, descaling it annually keeps the heat exchanger clean and efficient. And for any water heater, keeping an eye out for leaks, strange noises, or changes in water temperature can help you catch issues early.
We offer maintenance services if you’d rather have a professional handle it. A little preventive care goes a long way, especially in a coastal environment where salt air and hard water are constantly working against your plumbing.
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