Reputable Plumbing & Repair Services
At Valley Rooter Plumbing & Drainage, we handle water heater repair and installation across Abbotsford, Chilliwack, and the Fraser Valley. Our licensed, bonded, and insured plumbers work on all types of water heaters: conventional storage tanks, tankless on-demand units, and pilot light or thermostat components. We have been locally owned and operating since 2004, and we offer flat-rate pricing with no overtime charges on every job.
If your water heater is under eight years old and the problem is a faulty thermostat, a worn pressure relief valve, or a leaking fitting, repair is almost always the right call. If your unit is over ten years old (for a tank) or over fifteen years old (for a tankless system), or if the tank itself is leaking, replacement is usually the more practical choice. We assess each situation on its own terms and tell you plainly which option makes sense before any work begins.
We work on all water heater makes and models. Common problems we resolve include:
Any of these is a signal that something needs attention. Some issues, like a failed thermostat or a corroded anode rod, are straightforward repairs. Others, like an actively leaking tank, call for replacement. We carry common replacement parts and can handle most repairs in a single visit.
Conventional storage tanks are the most common water heater type in Fraser Valley homes. They are reliable, straightforward to service, and relatively affordable to replace when the time comes. We repair and replace tanks from all major brands, including Rheem and Bradford White. Services include thermostat replacement, pressure relief valve replacement, anode rod service, and full tank replacement with a permit-ready installation.
A standard tank replacement takes a few hours. We handle the permit application, remove and dispose of the old unit, and install and test the new one before we leave.
Tankless water heaters heat water on demand rather than storing it, which eliminates standby heat loss. They are wall-mounted and compact, which works well in smaller mechanical rooms or strata units. Tankless units also have a longer service life than conventional tanks, lasting well into the fifteen to twenty-year range with regular annual maintenance.
We install and service tankless units for both homes and businesses across the Fraser Valley. If you are upgrading from a tank to a tankless system, we assess whether your existing gas line and venting setup can support the new unit and handle any required modifications as part of the installation.
Annual descaling is essential for tankless systems, particularly in areas with harder water. Skipping it leads to mineral buildup in the heat exchanger that reduces output and shortens the unit’s life. We offer flushing and maintenance visits for existing tankless units in Abbotsford and Chilliwack.
Conventional tank water heaters typically last ten to fifteen years with regular maintenance, including annual flushing. Tankless units generally last fifteen to twenty years or longer when descaled annually. Age is the starting point for any repair-or-replace decision.
For most Fraser Valley households, yes. Tankless units eliminate standby heat loss, last longer than tanks, and take up far less space. The upfront cost is higher and some older homes require gas line or venting upgrades at installation. We walk through the specifics with you before any commitment.
We handle the full process: sizing the right unit for your household, pulling any required permits, removing and disposing of the old unit, completing the installation, and testing the system before we leave. We do not subcontract and we show up on time.
Valley Rooter Plumbing & Drainage has been providing comprehensive plumbing and drainage services—plumbing services, drainage services, sewage/waterline services, septic system services, renovation plumbing, and water heater repair and installation services—in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, and the surrounding areas since 2004.
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