What it usually is
A tank that gives only a short hot shower may have a failed lower element, a broken dip tube or lots of sediment. Age matters, and an old tank may not be worth the repair.
What to do first
Check the age on the tank label and note how long the hot water lasts. Send us a photo of the label.
The flat rate that covers it
- Diagnosis / service call (plumbing or electrical): $79
- Water heater install, 40–50 gal tank (your unit): $500 labor
Des Moines is a Puget Sound waterfront city with a marina, hillside homes and a mix of mid-century and newer housing. Des Moines homes on the bluff and near the water can be on slopes with long sewer runs, and salt air is hard on exposed fittings.
Flat rates for Des Moines
Our posted prices. The price you see is the price, confirmed before any work starts. Travel is calculated at booking.
| Service | Our price |
|---|---|
| Diagnosis / service call | $79 |
| Drain clearing | $189 |
| Toilet repair | $179 |
| Toilet replacement (your unit) | $349 |
| Faucet replacement (your fixture) | $229 |
| Garbage disposal replacement (your unit) | $249 |
| Accessible pipe leak repair | from $225 |
| Water heater install, 40-50 gal tank - labor (your unit) | $500 labor |
| Outlet or switch replacement | $129 |
| GFCI outlet install | $149 |
| Light fixture replacement (your fixture) | $149 |
| Ceiling fan install (your fan, existing box) | $199 |
| Smart thermostat / video doorbell install | $129 |
| Breaker replacement | $179 |
| Electrical troubleshooting (diagnosis) | $79 |
| Whole-house rewire - labor | $4,000 labor |
| Make-ready / turn service | from $995 |
| Hourly work - describe the job | $90/hr |
“Your unit” or “your fixture” means you supply the item and the price is for the work. Prices are for typical, accessible conditions; anything unusual is quoted and confirmed before work starts.
Tell Doug what is wrong
Name, number and a line about the problem. You get the flat price before anyone knocks. Or call or text (253) 349-2907, or book now and see your exact price.
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