Water Heaters

There’s nothing like consistent hot water, particularly during cold South Dakota winters. If you’re unhappy with your hot water supply, it’s time to call a professional plumber. At Smith Plumbing, we offer a comprehensive range of water heater installation, repair and replacement. Call or text us at 605.224.1400 or use the request service form below for a fast friendly solution.

Have you ever thought about the significant role your home’s water heater plays in your daily life? From showering to washing dishes, it’s an essential part of your household. So, when it’s time to replace your water heater, make sure you choose one that suits your home’s needs and lasts for years to come.
Surprisingly, you may have more options for water heaters than you realize, depending on your home. On top of that, technology has evolved considerably over the years. Factors like the fuel source, size, and type of water heater not only affect the initial cost but also your energy and water expenses. Hence, it’s crucial to consider these aspects before making a decision.
If you have any questions regarding the best water heater for your home, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help!

Types Of Water Heaters

When you’re buying a new water heater, there are two key things to think about: the type of fuel it uses and whether you should go for a traditional tank water heater or a tankless option. To figure out which fuel is best for you, consider your home’s age, construction, and layout. The most common fuel sources for water heaters are electricity and gas, and each has its pros and cons. Keep in mind that availability may vary based on where you live.
Next, you’ll need to decide between a traditional tank water heater and a tankless one. Traditional heaters store a tankful of hot water at all times, ready for whenever you need it. On the other hand, tankless models only heat water when you run hot water. There are some great benefits to choosing a tankless option, such as increased energy efficiency, unlimited hot water, and extended life. We can help you determine the best choice for your home, or can handle the decision with years of service and knowledge of the most effective and efficient models.

Should I Replace or Repair My Water Heater?

There are many signs that you need either a repair or replacement of your water heating system. Here are just a few issues that can arise:

Low hot water supply
Low water temperatures
Unusual noises
High energy bill
Leaking water heater
Unusual smell or color of hot water

Our professional service team can diagnose any issue with your system and offer you a complete range of options. From minor repairs to a complete water heater replacement, we can handle it all.

In Pierre, many homes have hard water. Hard water can have a negative impact on your entire plumbing system, particularly your water heater. When water heaters are exposed to hard water, they are more likely to suffer from mineral buildup. This buildup can decrease the efficiency of the heating elements and cause other minor or major issues.

Prompt and Professional Repairs

Many issues with your hot water supply can be solved with repairs. Our highly trained and insured plumbing team can make the following repairs and more:

Replacing heating elements
Flushing the tank
Adjust or replace thermostats
Replace the pressure relief valve
Install or properly adjust an existing expansion tank

No problem is too large or small for our highly experienced technicians. The latest solutions and professional equipment help us provide fast and effective service.

Call Smith Plumbing Today

Don’t let another day go by with an inefficient hot water heater. Our fully insured team is able to provide estimates, major and minor repairs and full installations, for replacing your current heater or for new installation. Contact us today by phone: 605.224.1400. From emergency repairs to friendly and prompt installation services, you’ll receive nothing but the best with Smith Plumbing.

The Reviews Are In!

Word is getting around about our expert service and personalized care

Old heater shot and leaking a lot. They came out ASAP and within a short time we had a new water heater working great. The previous water heater provided by Smith Plumbing lasted 25 years. Efficient and professional. Highly recommend.

Smith Plumbing is a family run business and they are a pleasure to work with. They care about their customers and do a top notch job and then follow up to make sure that everything is running smoothly after a repair. I’ve used them on small projects, emergency projects, and large bathroom renovations and each time, I have been more than satisfied. 10/10 would recommend.

Fast, efficient and decades of knowledge! I would recommend Dan and his team to anyone in need of a plumber! Thank you for the great and friendly service!

We are lucky in Pierre to have a lot of great plumbers in town, but Smith has been our go to whenever we need any work done at our primary home or at our rentals. They are reliable, reasonably priced, and extremely personable. I would highly recommend them to anyone.

I would highly recommend Smith plumbing. They were very professional and fast at installing the new water heater and replacing the outside faucets. I will definitely call them on any plumbing issue I have in the future

Thank you for the wonderful service! We appreciate all you did to get us up and running with the new washer installation and repairs on the water heater. Extremely nice to have a business who is responsive to their customers!

Fixed a leaking shower that another plumbing company tried to fix twice previously. Great service