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Plumbers in Knoxville, TN
24 local plumbers serving Knoxville and the surrounding area. Knoxville is a mid-size city with steady demand for home work. See typical Tennessee costs and a free DIY-or-hire breakdown before you reach out. We never sell your info and never take kickbacks.
Population
~190,740
Pros within 35 mi
24
Nearest listed
2 mi
Typical water heater replacement cost in Tennessee: hiring runs $1,100–$3,200, DIY about $500–$1,600. Calibrate it to Knoxville before you call.
Plumbers near Knoxville
Tennessee Standard Plumbing and Drain
Plumber · Knoxville, Tennessee · 2 mi
Hard Knox Plumbing
Plumber · Knoxville, Tennessee · 2 mi
The Plumbing Authority
Plumber · Knoxville, Tennessee · 2 mi
Pipe Wrench Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
Plumber · Knoxville, Tennessee · 2 mi
Pipe Wrench Plumbing
Plumber · Knoxville, Tennessee · 4 mi
865 HVAC & Plumbing
Plumber · Knoxville, Tennessee · 6 mi
Dean Plumbing Heating & Cooling
Plumber · Knoxville, Tennessee · 9 mi
A & L HVAC & Plumbing
Plumber · Maryville, Tennessee · 21 mi
Broadway Plumbing Co.
Plumber · Maryville, Tennessee · 21 mi
Eco Home Solutions
Plumber · Lenoir City, Tennessee · 21 mi
BYG Home Improvement
Plumber · Lenoir City, Tennessee · 21 mi
Permits & rules in Tennessee
Permit rules for water heater replacement vary by city and county in Tennessee. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the Tennessee guide for specifics. Varies by municipality Tennessee water heater replacement costs are calibrated from the national average using Tennessee's regional price parity (0.91) and local labor index (0.90).
See Tennessee permit details →Plumbers in Knoxville: common questions
How much does it cost to hire a plumber in Knoxville, Tennessee?
In Tennessee, water heater replacement typically runs $1,100 to $3,200 when you hire a pro, and about $500 to $1,600 if you do it yourself. Knoxville prices track the Tennessee range, with larger metros toward the high end. Size it to your own home with our free calculator.
Do I need a permit for water heater replacement in Tennessee?
Permit rules for water heater replacement vary by city and county in Tennessee. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the Tennessee guide for specifics. Varies by municipality Always confirm with the Knoxville or Tennessee building department before work begins.
Should I DIY or hire a plumber in Knoxville?
Water heater replacement is rated moderate for a DIYer. Doing it yourself can save the gap between $500 to $1,600 and $1,100 to $3,200, but plumbers bring tools, permits, and a warranty. For a large or time-sensitive job, a local pro in Knoxville is usually the safer call. Our free DIY-or-hire calculator walks through it.
How many plumbers serve Knoxville?
We currently list 24 plumbers within about 35 miles of Knoxville, the nearest about 2 miles out. We never sell your information and never take kickbacks.