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New hot water tank installed by Rhino Plumbing

HOT WATER TANKS

Hot Water Tanks Installation, Repair & Maintenance Services

Nobody notices a hot water tank until the shower runs cold. A standard swap takes us about 4 hours — old tank hauled away, new one quoted upfront.

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  • 24 hr emergency
  • Upfront pricing
  • Licensed & Insured
  • Upfront Pricing — No Hidden Fees
  • 24/7 Emergency Service
  • Local & Family-Run Since 2018

The short version

  • Same-day swaps — about 4 hours, start to finish
  • Correct sizing so you never run short
  • Annual maintenance that adds years to the tank
  • Licensed, insured, upfront pricing — no hidden fees

Hot water runs everything from the morning shower to the dishwasher, and around here it works against a handicap: hard water. The mineral sediment it drops inside a tank is the main reason units die early. We install, repair and maintain tank water heaters across Morinville, St. Albert and Sturgeon County — and we'll tell you honestly whether yours needs a fix, a flush, or a replacement.

Installation & replacement

We size the new tank to your actual household — people, bathrooms, habits — hook it up to code with quality gear from the leading brands, and haul the old unit away. A standard replacement takes about 4 hours. If you're weighing options, we quote across the range: conventional gas or electric tanks, condensing units, and tankless on-demand systems.

Repair

Lukewarm water, rusty or discoloured flow, popping and rumbling, leaks at the fittings, pilot trouble — most of it is diagnosable fast and fixable the same visit. Catching a $150 valve now beats a flooded utility room later.

Warranty

Check your water heaters Warranty: For Bradford White heaters : Bradford White

For GSW, A.O Smith or John Wood heaters: Warranty Checker

Maintenance

An annual service — full tank flush, anode rod inspection, valve and pressure check, thermostat verification — clears out the sediment, slows corrosion and keeps the energy bill where it should be. It's the difference between an 8-year tank and a 12-year one.

Which type is right for you?

  • Traditional storage tank — lowest upfront cost, simple and proven, gas or electric. Downsides: it can run out, and it takes floor space.
  • Tankless on-demand — unlimited hot water, lower running costs, wall-mounted. Higher upfront price, 20+ year lifespan.
  • Boiler-fed storage — pairs with a boiler system for big-household demand in a compact footprint.

Why Choose Rhino Plumbing in St Albert?

  • Fast, often same-day tank replacements — about 4 hours start to finish.
  • Correct sizing so you're not paying to heat water you never use.
  • Licensed, insured, local and family-run since 2018.
  • Upfront pricing with no hidden fees, plus 24/7 emergency service.

Contact Us Today at Rhino Plumbing Today

Need a hot water tank repaired or replaced? Call 780.939.4975 or request a free quote and we’ll take care of it — Morinville, St. Albert, Legal, Onoway, Bon Accord, Westlock and Edmonton.

HOT SIDE — FROM THE FIELD

Technician strapping in a new hot water tank next to the old unit marked for haul-away
OLD UNIT HAULED — NEW STRAPPED IN
New hot water tank installed by Rhino Plumbing
TANK SWAP — 4-HOUR JOB
Hot water tank annual flush and service
ANNUAL FLUSH — SEDIMENT OUT
Technician checking hot water tank valves
VALVE & ANODE CHECK

4 steps

From your call to fixed — in four steps

No mystery, no runaround. Here's exactly how a job goes.

  1. Step 1: Call or request a quote

    A real person answers, 24/7 — no phone tree, no callback lottery.

  2. Step 2: Get your upfront price

    The full cost in writing, agreed before any work begins.

  3. Step 3: Licensed repair or install

    Clean, code-compliant work. Floors protected, mess cleaned up.

  4. Step 4: Peace of mind

    Done right and backed by a local crew. No surprise invoice.

Our promise

In writing, every job

Four things we'll hold to whether it's a $200 valve or a $6,000 boiler. If we get one wrong, call and we'll make it right.

  • The price we quote is the price you pay If something changes behind the wall, the job stops until you've seen the new number and said yes.
  • We protect your home and clean up Drop cloths down, boots off the carpet, and the work area left the way we found it.
  • Licensed & insured — every job, every tech You're never liable for work done in your home, and it's done to code.
  • Straight answers, not upsells We fix what needs fixing and tell you when a repair beats a replacement — even when it's the smaller ticket.

Straight answers

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a hot water tank last?
Most tank water heaters last 8–12 years. If yours is leaking, rusty, or not keeping up, it may be time for a replacement. Tankless units, by comparison, can run 20+ years.
How fast can you replace a hot water tank?
A straightforward swap takes about 4 hours, and in many cases we can do it same-day or next-day. Call 780.939.4975 and we’ll get your hot water back fast.
What size hot water tank do I need?
It depends on your household size and usage. We’ll recommend the right capacity so you’re not paying to heat water you don’t use.
How often should a tank be maintained?
A yearly flush clears the mineral sediment Alberta’s hard water leaves behind, and an anode rod check catches corrosion before it eats the tank. It’s the cheapest way to add years to the unit.
What are the warning signs a tank is failing?
Water that runs lukewarm or rusty, rumbling or popping sounds, and any moisture around the base. A leaking tank never gets better — call before it lets go.

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What Our Customers Say

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Quick response, reasonable price & professional quality of work.
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Absolutely amazing service and amazing prices as well.
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My first experience was replacing a hot water tank. Showed up on time, clean work, and the price was exactly what was quoted. Will be calling again.
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