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Water heater repair in Boise and the Treasure Valley
Water heater repair in Boise and across the Treasure Valley, 24/7. No hot water, a leaking tank or strange noises? A Drake plumber finds the problem, explains your options and gives you a clear price before any work starts.
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Signs your water heater needs repair
Water heaters usually warn you before they fail. Popping and rumbling mean sediment has built up in the tank; rusty water or a rotten-egg smell can point to a worn anode rod; a pilot that won’t stay lit points to a failing thermocouple or gas valve. Catching these early often means a simple repair instead of a flooded garage.
If water is leaking from the tank or the relief valve, turn the water heater off and call us right away.
How a Drake water heater repair works
Our plumbers repair all makes and models of gas and electric tank water heaters, tankless units, and hybrid and heat pump water heaters. Common repairs include thermocouples, igniters and gas valves, heating elements and thermostats, anode rods, relief valves, drain valves and sediment flushing.
The plumber who finds the problem is the one who explains it, with a clear price before any work starts. If your water heater is near the end of its life, you’ll hear that honestly too.
Tankless water heater repair and descaling
Tankless water heaters need a yearly descaling flush, especially with hard Treasure Valley water. Scale on the heat exchanger causes error codes, fluctuating temperatures and shut-offs. We repair and descale all major tankless brands. More about tankless water heaters.
Repair or replace your water heater?
A tank water heater typically lasts around 8 to 12 years. If yours is younger and the problem is a part, repairing it usually makes sense. If the tank itself is leaking, or it’s older and needs repairs, a new water heater is usually the better value. See water heater replacement.
Drake Duck Club · Plumbing plan
Catch water heater problems before they start
The Plumbing plan includes a yearly water heater flush and a check of the anode rod and the temperature and pressure relief valve: the parts behind most of the problems on this page.
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Plumbing
$24.95 per month
- Check temperature and pressure relief valve for water heater
- Flush and check water heater
- Back flush water softener
- Check water pressure at main
- Inspect all plumbing fixtures
- Inspect all water and waste piping including crawl space and basements
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- Check anode rod
- Check water hardness
- Inspect shutoff valves
- Check/change aerators on faucets
- Dye test toilets for cracks
- Adjust sink stopers
- Check drains for proper drainage
- Other visual inspections deemed necessary by the technician
This month’s special
Water heater installation discount
Expires October 31, 2026. On a new water heater installation. Mention this offer when you call or book online.
Online reviews
What your neighbors say
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5 out of 5 stars
Josh and his crew (Oscar and Levi) came out to install my new water heater and repipe my entire home. It was 3 days and they did a fantastic job! I will add that my drywall guy came to make some repairs and he also said they did a fantastic job! Thank you again to the entire team!
Ericka L. Google review
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5 out of 5 stars
We were having low water pressure from our kitchen faucet and tried changing the cartridge and the wand and a few other things with no success. Thomas Conley came out and fixed problem within an hour. Now our water pressure is back to normal and we are extremely happy. Thomas is very professional and knowledgeable. Very happy with Drake Mechanical
Kathryn N. Google review
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5 out of 5 stars
Smelled gas when we were unhooking the stove, called Drake they immediately sent Thomas out. Make sure you don’t lose him, he’s a keeper. He took care of the problem, we’re good to go.
Judy H. Google review
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Why Drake
Why homeowners call Drake
- Family-run since 1909 Five generations serving Treasure Valley homes.
- No sales team, no pressure The technician who diagnoses the problem explains your options directly. You decide.
- One-Year Buy-Back Guarantee If you're not 100% satisfied with your new heating or cooling equipment in the first year, we'll buy it back.
- Financing available Spread the cost of a new system over time. See financing options
Related services
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Water Heater Installation & Replacement
New tank, tankless, hybrid and heat pump water heaters, sized for your home.
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Tankless Water Heaters
On-demand gas, propane and electric water heaters: installation, replacement and yearly descaling.
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Emergency Plumbing
24/7 help for burst pipes, major leaks, sewer backups and water heater failures.
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Common questions
Have a question that isn’t here? Call us any time at (208) 362-6200.
Why don’t I have hot water?
On a gas water heater, the pilot may be out or the thermocouple or gas valve may have failed. On an electric one, a heating element or thermostat may have burned out, or the breaker may have tripped. Running out of hot water quickly often means sediment has built up in the tank. We repair all of these.
Why is my water heater leaking?
A drip from the temperature and pressure relief valve can mean the pressure or temperature is too high, which needs attention right away. Leaks from fittings and drain valves are usually repairable. Water coming from the tank itself usually means the tank has rusted through and the water heater needs replacing. Turn the water heater off and call us.
Should I repair or replace my water heater?
If it’s fairly young and the problem is a part such as a thermostat, element, igniter or valve, repair it. If the tank is leaking, or the water heater is near the end of its life and needs repairs, replacing it usually makes more sense. Your plumber will show you both options and the price of each.
How often should a water heater be flushed?
Once a year for most homes. Flushing clears the sediment that builds up in the bottom of the tank, which makes water heaters noisy, less efficient and shorter-lived. Tankless water heaters need a yearly descaling flush too. The Drake Duck Club’s Plumbing and Whole House plans include a water heater flush and check.
Do you offer emergency service?
Yes. We’re available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year for plumbing, heating and air conditioning emergencies. Call or text (208) 362-6200.