Water Heater Services

Repair, maintenance, and installation of traditional and tankless water heaters.

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4.9 ★ on Google (2178 reviews) · Verified Mar 9, 2026

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Why Choose Albemarle for Your Water Heater Needs

Same-Day Hot Water Restoration

Our fully-stocked service vehicles and experienced technicians resolve most water heater issues in a single visit, restoring your hot water fast.

Energy Cost Savings

High-efficiency water heater installations reduce your energy bills by 20-30% while providing better performance and longer equipment life.

Expert System Sizing

We properly calculate your household's hot water demand to recommend perfectly-sized systems that never leave you without hot water.

Extended Equipment Life

Our preventive maintenance programs add 3-5 years to your water heater's lifespan through professional sediment flushing and component inspection.

Warranty-Approved Service

Licensed technicians perform manufacturer-compliant installations and repairs that preserve your equipment warranty and ensure safe operation.

Tankless Expertise

We specialize in modern tankless water heater installation with proper gas line sizing, venting, and descaling maintenance for optimal performance.

About Albemarle Heating & Air

Albemarle Heating & Air has been serving Charlottesville, VA and the surrounding counties since 1988 with one guiding mission: to make a difference in people's lives through exceptional heating, cooling, and plumbing services. Founded as a locally-owned and operated business, they've built a reputation for reliability, professionalism, and customer-first service that has earned them a 4.9-star rating from over 2,100 Google reviews. Their team of fully licensed, insured, and highly trained technicians treats every home as if it were their own, delivering the top-tier service that Charlottesville homeowners deserve.

What People Are Saying

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

“Our 11-year-old water heater started leaking on a Saturday morning. Called Albemarle and they had a technician here within 3 hours. He explained the tank had corroded and recommended replacement. They installed a new high-efficiency tank that same day. Hot water was back before dinner and our energy bill has already dropped. Professional service from start to finish.”

— Michael Patterson

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

“We upgraded to a tankless water heater and couldn't be happier. The installation took about 7 hours because they had to upgrade our gas line, but the crew explained everything clearly. Now we have endless hot water for our family of five and no more fighting over shower schedules. Worth every penny for the convenience and energy savings.”

— Jennifer Caldwell

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

“My water heater was making terrible popping noises and barely producing hot water. The technician diagnosed sediment buildup and a failed heating element. He flushed the tank, replaced the element, and tested everything thoroughly. Total cost was $340 and my 7-year-old heater is running like new again. Honest service at a fair price.”

— Robert Nguyen

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4.9 ★ avg rating · Verified Mar 9, 2026