Best Water Heater Repair Pros in Canton
#1Strong Hire
Blind & Sons
4.7Water Heater Repair: 89/100
“arrived right on time, were friendly and professional”
#2Conditional Hire
Doug Mullaly Plumbing
4.5Water Heater Repair: 85/100
“He spent 2 1/2 hours. Knew exactly what he was doing, no hesitation. A lot of plumbing had to be redone and a new faucet.”
All Water Heater Repair Pros in Canton
Blind & Sons
4.7·5.5k reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.7Google
Strengths
Reviewers describe step-by-step explanations and education
Same-day quote-to-install on water heaters and electronic air…
Old-equipment fitment problems handled without leaving customers…
Concerns
Only 5 reviews used in scoring
Doug Mullaly Plumbing
4.5·31 reviews·
In CantonGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.5Google
Strengths
Same-weekend water heater replacement (Friday call, Sunday…
Solves jobs other plumbers couldn't
Reasonable pricing called out by multiple reviewers on water…
Concerns
Callback reliability flag: a customer logged 3 contact attempts…
JEM Plumbing, Inc
4.9·653 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
13 reviews mention same-day scheduling
10 reviews mention water heaters;
Tech Carson ran a drain camera and jetted lines and helped…
Concerns
One review under the slow_response theme
Plumbing 911
4.5·203 reviews·
In CantonGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.5Google
Strengths
Quotes ran $1,500+ below a competitor on a water heater…
Same-day gas valve replacement after 3 other plumbers were less…
Sunday emergency response for backed-up basement with same-visit…
Concerns
24-hour emergency claim contested: one reviewer rescheduled twice…
Sump pump job billed $1,600 for what reviewer estimated as a…
19 one-star reviews out of 100 analyzed
Pricing complaints recur: one reviewer paid "almost double what…
That Plumber
4.7·104 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
Next-day scheduling shows up repeatedly, including…
After-hours water pressure call was restored within hours at no…
Crews prep the area and leave no mess on bigger jobs like a hot…
Concerns
Pricing transparency complaint: 3-star reviewer felt overcharged…
Workmanship concern on a recent 1-star: caulk-only repair of a…
A 1-star tub-overflow call describes caulk used instead of a real…
Quickflow Plumbing
5·270 reviews·
In CantonGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Honored the original quote when a job grew larger than expected…
Monday call to Thursday water softener and filtration install at…
Quote-and-install in 24 hours — quote one day, full job the next
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
J&J Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electric
4.8·3.8k reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
After-hours dispatch is real
Same-day emergency for burst pipes; David C.
Techs present pros/cons before recommending replacements (drain +…
Concerns
A 1-star reviewer alleges the tech said 'no real fix needed' on a…
One reviewer reports a $100 standard trip fee plus an attempt to…
Blind & Sons
4.9·605 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Next-day appointment scheduling on leaking water tanks and…
Provides no-pressure quotes across multiple configurations on…
Multi-trade coverage means one company handles plumbing, furnace,…
Concerns
Quote-vs-fix gap: an $8K drain estimate followed by a $100 fix…
Quote inflation flag: an $8,000 drain re-routing estimate was…
$1,000 quote for what one reviewer described as a 1-hour job,…
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services
4.8·2.3k reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day response on plumbing emergencies confirmed by recent…
Took ownership of a complex sewage-backflow situation caused by a…
Repeat-customer trust on larger projects with no upsell pressure
Concerns
$15,000+ charged for two of three sewer line sections;
One Yelp reviewer alleges threatening phone calls and the owner…
7 one-star reviews of the 73 analyzed
Schedule and arrival communication is uneven
Prestige Plumbing
5·25 reviews·
In CantonGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Same-day garbage disposal replacement the day before a graduation…
Honest pricing: no-charge service call for a no-water issue where…
Cost transparency: plumber explained the work and gave the cost…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Coblentz Plumbing
4.7·526 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.7Google
Strengths
Tech John Becker named for whole-house water and drain line…
Tankless gas water-heater swap replacing a 28-year-old electric…
Main water-break repair completed quickly per the reviewer
Concerns
Reviewer says crew left a leak from a $30 dishwasher supply line…
1-star follow-up review reports a $500 quote to fix a dishwasher…
Plumbing 911
4.9·3.5k reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Tech Shane gave a no-fee estimate and applied partial credit from…
Crew scoped the entire line after a repair to confirm no other…
Same tech (Shane Duncan) handled two toilets with different…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.9·2.2k reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day arrivals within hours are documented (Zachary same-day,…
Techs explain the root cause and care procedures before leaving…
Quick fixture replacements
Concerns
Yelp reviewer noted 'The price was a little high but we knew what…
Miracle Plumbing and Heating
4.6·640 reviews·
In CantonGoogle Verified
+1 more
Avoid4.6Google
Strengths
Same-day quote on a main stack repair/replacement at a price the…
Multi-faucet replacement plus restoring kitchen hot water in a…
Repeat commercial customer (Ohio Hot Tub & Sauna) calls out…
Concerns
Pricing transparency: $350+ on a warranty heating-element…
Property damage during a gas-line install (buried sand cherry…
Pattern of unprofessional dispatch interactions across years and…
Trip-fee complaints: $69 quoted dispatch fee plus an additional…
FlowPros Sewer, Drain, & Repair Service
4.9·763 reviews·
In CantonGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Basement water emergency: arrived within an hour of the call and…
Late-evening calls get a next-morning visit, e.g.
Crews keep the work area clean and explain each step and cost on…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Common Water Heater Repair Scenarios
No Hot Water
Complete loss of hot water from a tank or tankless unit. Could be a failed heating element, thermostat, or gas valve issue.
Leaking Water Heater
Water pooling around the base of your tank is urgent — it can mean a failing tank that could rupture and flood your home.
Strange Noises or Smells
Popping, banging, or rumbling from your water heater signals sediment buildup. A sulfur smell may indicate a failing anode rod or gas leak.
Water Heater Replacement
Units over 10-12 years old that need frequent repairs are usually better replaced. Modern units are more efficient and reliable.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does water heater repair cost in Canton, OH?
Water heater repair in Canton typically costs $150-$500 for common fixes like thermostat or element replacement. Full water heater replacement runs $1,200-$3,500 installed, depending on tank vs tankless and fuel type. Get multiple quotes from plumbers listed below.
Should I repair or replace my water heater?
If your water heater is over 10 years old and needs a repair costing more than $500, replacement is usually the better investment. Newer models are more energy-efficient and come with warranties. Plumbers in Canton can help you evaluate the best option.
How long does water heater installation take?
A standard tank water heater replacement takes 2-4 hours. Tankless installations can take 4-8 hours due to additional venting and gas line work. Most plumbers in Stark County can complete same-day installation if the unit is in stock.
Can I get emergency water heater service in Canton?
Yes — several plumbers serving Canton offer same-day and emergency water heater repair. A leaking tank is urgent and should be addressed immediately to prevent water damage. Check the plumber ratings below for responsiveness scores.
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