When your 50-gallon tank quits, you need 50-Gallon Water Heater Replacement in Carrollton without a week of cold showers. We pull the old unit, haul it off, and set a new Rheem, A. O. Smith, or Bradford White tank on the same visit. Our licensed plumbers work Carroll County homes daily and carry the fittings, dielectric unions, and expansion tanks to finish in one trip.
50-Gallon Water Heater Replacement in Carrollton is a full swap of a failed or failing 50-gallon tank for a new one, including removal, disposal, and code-correct hookup of water, gas or electric, venting, and the T&P valve. A 50-gallon unit holds roughly 50 gallons of hot water and serves three to five people. Most jobs take two to four hours. We drain the old tank with a water heater drain pump, cut out corroded nipples with a tube cutter, and rebuild the connections with copper pipe or PEX tubing, brass fittings, and new flexible connectors.
Carrollton homes call us for the same reasons: a leaking tank at 30117, rusty water in a 1990s subdivision off Belt Line, or popping noises from sediment buildup. If you are searching for 50-gallon water heater replacement near me, we run same-day 50-gallon water heater installation Carrollton Georgia appointments and stock the common sizes on the truck. We test the T&P valve, check the anode rod, and confirm the gas flex connector and venting meet NFPA 54 before we leave.
Every 50-gallon water heater replacement and installation Carrollton GA job covers the full swap, not just the tank. Here is what is standard, and what we quote separately if your setup needs it.
We drain the old 50-gallon tank with a water heater drain pump, disconnect the gas or electrical, and haul it off for recycling. You do not move a 150-pound tank or pay a separate disposal fee. The pan gets wiped down before the new unit goes in.
We rebuild the hot and cold lines with copper pipe or PEX tubing, brass fittings, Teflon tape, and pipe dope. New dielectric unions and flexible connectors go on every job to stop electrolysis between the tank and your home's piping.
Gas units get a new gas flex connector and a leak test to NFPA 54. Electric units get a multimeter check on the heating element, thermostat, and amperage draw. We confirm the breaker or shutoff is sized for the new 50-gallon tank.
A new temperature and pressure relief valve goes on every replacement, with the discharge pipe run to code. If your expansion tank is old or waterlogged, we replace it at the same time so pressure spikes stop dripping at the valve.
We inspect the flue or PVC venting, confirm clearances, and correct anything that fails the Uniform Plumbing Code or International Plumbing Code. That includes the drain pan, the vent slope, and the combustion air opening on gas units.
We fill the tank, purge the air, and fire it up. The tech tests the T&P valve, sets the thermostat, checks for leaks, and shows you the drain valve and anode rod location. You get a plain explanation of the manufacturer warranty and our workmanship coverage.
You call (943) 469-0029 and describe the tank: gas or electric, age, and what it is doing. We ask for the ZIP, confirm whether it is a 50-gallon unit, and give you a price range on the phone. If you are in 30118 or 30116, we can often book a same-day window.
The tech shuts off the gas or the breaker, closes the supply valve, and hooks up a water heater drain pump to empty the tank. We disconnect the gas flex connector or the electrical whip, cut out the old nipples with a tube cutter, and check the venting for corrosion before it comes out.
We pull the old 50-gallon tank out, haul it off, and recycle it. That includes the expansion tank and any failed parts. You do not need to drag a 150-pound tank to the curb or pay a separate disposal fee, which is one reason customers call us instead of a general handyman.
The new tank goes in level on the pan. We build the water connections with copper pipe or PEX tubing, brass fittings, Teflon tape, and pipe dope, then install new dielectric unions and flexible connectors. Gas units get a new flex connector and a leak test; electric units get a multimeter check on the element and thermostat.
We fill the tank, purge the air, and fire it up. The tech tests the T&P valve, confirms the thermostat setting, checks for gas leaks or amperage draw, and shows you the anode rod and drain valve location. You get the old parts gone, the new tank running, and a plain explanation of the warranty.
You call (943) 469-0029 and describe the tank: gas or electric, age, and what it is doing. We ask for the ZIP, confirm whether it is a 50-gallon unit, and give you a price range on the phone. If you are in 30118 or 30116, we can often book a same-day window.
Empties a 50-gallon tank in minutes instead of letting it gravity-drain for an hour. It also keeps the floor dry during removal, which matters in closets and crawlspaces.
Cuts copper pipe cleanly and forms flare fittings where the line needs a mechanical joint. Clean cuts mean fewer leaks at the new dielectric unions and flexible connectors.
Breaks loose old nipples and solders new copper connections. We use them together when the existing piping is sound enough to reuse instead of rebuilding the whole run.
Confirms the heating element, thermostat, and amperage draw on electric units, and checks that the new temperature and pressure relief valve opens at the right setting.
Absorbs thermal expansion and stops electrolysis between the steel tank and copper piping. Both go on every replacement so the new 50-gallon unit is not fighting the plumbing.
A 12-year-old gas 50-gallon tank was leaking from the shell into the pan. The anode rod was gone, the T&P valve was dripping, and the closet floor was wet. The homeowner was taking cold showers and worried about water reaching the hallway.
After: We drained the tank with a pump, removed it, and installed a new Rheem 50-gallon unit with new dielectric unions, flexible connectors, a gas flex connector, and a new T&P valve. The job took three hours and the floor was dry by evening.
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A family of four was getting rusty hot water and popping noises from a 10-year-old electric 50-gallon tank. The heating element was scaled up and the thermostat was running hot to compensate. Showers were running cold by the third person.
After: We replaced the 50-gallon tank with a high-efficiency A. O. Smith unit, installed a new heating element and thermostat, and flushed the hot water lines. Recovery time improved and the rust cleared within a day.
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A landlord needed a 50-gallon replacement between tenants with only one open day. The old tank was 14 years old, the drain valve was clogged with sediment, and the gas flex connector was out of code. The unit had to be rent-ready fast.
After: We scheduled the swap for the turnover day, drained and removed the old tank, and installed a new Bradford White 50-gallon unit with a code-correct gas flex connector and T&P valve. The closet was clean and the warranty paperwork went out the same evening.
Book this service →Most Carrollton calls come down to one of these failures. A replacement fixes the cause, not just the symptom, and gets your hot water back on a predictable schedule.
Ask a pro →We shut off the supply, drain the unit with a pump, and replace the 50-gallon tank the same day. We also check the pan, the drain line, and the T&P valve so the new install does not repeat the problem.
We test the element, thermostat, and gas controls. If the tank is past its service life, we replace the 50-gallon unit with a new Rheem or A. O. Smith tank and new controls, so you are not paying twice.
We inspect the anode rod and test the water. When the shell is failing, we swap the 50-gallon tank, install a fresh anode rod, and flush the lines so the rust clears out of your hot water.
We replace the 50-gallon tank, install a new T&P valve and expansion tank, and confirm the discharge pipe runs to code. The popping stops because the sediment and the old valve are gone.
$900 - $1,800 installed, depending on tank type, access, and code corrections
Typical 2026 pricing in this area runs $900 to $1,800 for a 50-gallon replacement, installed. Electric swaps with a standard tank sit near the low end. Gas units, power vent models, crawlspace installs, and jobs that need new venting or a shutoff valve push toward the top. We quote the job upfront, so the number you hear on the phone is the number you pay unless we find something hidden behind the tank.
The price covers removal, disposal, new connections, a new T&P valve, testing, and the manufacturer warranty on the tank. You are not paying twice for a repair that fails in six months, and you are not hauling a 150-pound tank to the curb.
Electric 50-gallon tanks are usually cheaper to buy and install. Gas units cost more because of the flex connector, leak test, and venting check. Power vent and direct vent models add more because of the blower and PVC venting.
Get a quote ↗A standard Rheem or A. O. Smith 50-gallon tank sits at the base price. Longer-warranty models and premium brands like Bradford White cost more upfront but can last longer, which changes the cost per year of ownership.
Get a quote ↗A garage or wide closet swap is straightforward. Crawlspace installs, tight utility closets, and second-floor locations take longer and need more labor. We tell you the access surcharge before we start, not after.
Get a quote ↗If the venting, gas line, drain pan, or T&P discharge pipe does not meet the Uniform Plumbing Code or International Plumbing Code, we correct it during the swap. That adds cost but keeps the install insurable and inspection-ready.
Get a quote ↗“Our 50-gallon tank started leaking into the pan on a Friday. They had a tech out the same afternoon, drained it with a pump, and set a new Rheem. Two and a half hours start to finish. He showed me the old anode rod, which was gone, and explained the warranty. Hot water was back before dinner.”
Marcus T.Homeowner, Downtown Carrollton
✓ Verified“We had rusty water and popping noises for weeks. They confirmed the tank was done and replaced our 50-gallon unit the next morning. The price matched the phone quote, and they replaced the expansion tank and T&P valve too. No more noise, no more rust.”
Denise R.Homeowner, Trinity Mills
✓ Verified“I manage a duplex and needed a 50-gallon swap between tenants. They worked around my turnover schedule, replaced the tank and the gas flex connector, and left the closet cleaner than they found it. Paperwork for the warranty was in my inbox that evening. I will use them again.”
Alan P.Landlord, Belt Line area
✓ VerifiedMost 50-gallon replacements in Carrollton run $900 to $1,800 installed, depending on gas or electric, tank brand, and whether the venting or shutoff valve needs work. A basic electric swap with a standard Rheem or A. O. Smith tank sits near the low end. Gas units, code upgrades, and crawlspace installs push toward the top. We give you a firm number before we start.
We do. Our licensed plumbers install 50-gallon tanks across Carrollton and Carroll County, including 30117, 30116, and 30118. We carry Rheem, A. O. Smith, and Bradford White units on the truck, so you are not waiting on a special order. Call (943) 469-0029 and we will confirm the size and book a window.
A standard swap takes two to four hours from arrival to hot water. That covers draining the old tank, removal, setting the new unit, rebuilding the water and gas or electrical connections, and testing. Crawlspace installs, power vent replacements, or jobs that need new venting can run five to six hours. We tell you the expected window before we start.
A 50-gallon tank fits three to five people in most Carrollton homes. It delivers roughly 60 to 70 gallons of hot water in the first hour on a gas unit, which covers back-to-back showers and a dishwasher. Households with five or more people, or a large soaking tub, often move up to a 75-gallon tank instead.
One call gets a licensed plumber to your door with the right tank on the truck. We quote the job upfront, haul the old unit away, and test everything before we leave. Call (943) 469-0029 and get hot water back today.
Call Now (943) 469-0029 →Reach us at (943) 469-0029 any time, day or night. We answer live, ask a few questions about your tank, and get a plumber headed your way. Regular appointments run Monday through Friday, and emergency calls are covered 24/7 across Carrollton and Carroll County.