What it usually is
A drip at a fitting or the relief valve can sometimes be repaired. Water coming from the bottom of the tank usually means the tank itself has failed and needs replacing.
What to do first
Shut off the cold water supply to the tank. For electric units, switch off the breaker; for gas, turn the gas valve to off. Send a photo of the tank and its label.
The flat rate that covers it
- Water heater install, 40–50 gal tank (your unit): $500 labor
- Diagnosis / service call (plumbing or electrical): $79
Steilacoom is a small historic waterfront town next to Lakewood, with older homes and a compact downtown. Older Steilacoom homes often have a mix of old and updated pipe and wiring, which is worth a look before we price a change.
Flat rates for Steilacoom
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.
Related problems in Steilacoom
- Faucet dripping
- Low water pressure
- Sump pump failed
- Running toilet
- Light switch not working
- GFCI will not reset
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