Smedley Plumbing is a locally-owned, veteran-operated shop serving Kansas City, Blue Springs, Lee’s Summit, and the surrounding metro. Our 20-year reputation stands on quality work, transparent pricing, and treating people right. Every plumber we send has passed the 10,000-hour mark — the U.S. Department of Labor’s benchmark for mastery of a trade.
Why Choose Us for Water Heater Replacement in Kansas City, MO?
Experience You Can Trust
Every plumber on our crew has at least 5 years of experience. That means an accurate diagnosis and a proper water heater replacement on the first visit — not the third.
Transparent Pricing
We assess your water heater, put together more than one way to fix it, and walk you through every cost before we touch a wrench. No surprises on the invoice.
Exceptional Reputation
A 5.0 rating across more than 600 Google reviews. Kansas City homeowners keep calling us back for a reason.
Community Heroes Discount
Military personnel and first responders get 11% off. It’s a small way of saying thanks.
Comprehensive Water Heater Services in Kansas City, MO
Hot water is the part of your plumbing you notice the second it’s gone. We repair, replace, and install water heaters, and we stock common repair parts for the top brands. Need a new unit? We carry gas and electric tanks, tankless gas units, and hybrid electric heat pump units — there’s a right fit for your house and your budget.
Types of Water Heaters We Service
We work on three main types: conventional, tankless, and hybrid. Gas or electric, tank or no tank — we handle them all, and we’ll size and spec the unit that actually fits how your household uses hot water.
1. Conventional Water Heaters
The storage-tank units most homes have: an insulated tank, typically 20-80 gallons, holding heated water until you need it. They run on electricity, natural gas, or propane, and they cost less up front than tankless systems. We install and maintain them properly so you get the full lifespan — and skip problems like sediment buildup and temperature swings.
2. Tankless Water Heaters
Tankless units heat water as it passes through, right when you need it. No tank, no reheating the same water all day. That means real energy savings and hot water that keeps up with a busy household.
3. Hybrid or Heat Pump Water Heaters
Hybrids use a heat pump to pull energy from the air or ground into the tank, so they use far less energy than a standard electric model. Most keep a storage tank, so hot water stays consistent at peak times. Easier on your utility bill, easier on the environment.
Water Heater Repair
A failing water heater can wreck more than your morning shower — it can damage your home. Nearly 75% of water heaters fail within 12 years, so regular checkups matter. When yours acts up, we get there fast and fix it right.
Water Heater Maintenance
Routine maintenance is the cheapest thing you can do for a water heater. Done regularly, it can extend the unit’s lifespan by up to 15 years.
Our Plumbing Services in Kansas City, MO
Water Heater Replacement Shower going cold? We’ll swap out that old water heater so you’re never stuck without hot water again.
Sump Pump We install, maintain, and repair sump pumps to keep your basement dry and your belongings off the curb.
Tankless Water Heater Installation Endless hot water, installed right. Energy-efficient and built to last.
Bathroom Plumbing Services Repairs, installations, and upgrades that keep your bathroom working like it should.
Pipe Repairs and Leaks Leaky pipes waste water and wreck drywall. We fix them fast, before a drip becomes a repair bill.
Toilet Repair From stubborn sewer clogs to leaky seals, we get your toilet running right — without the mess.
Emergency Plumber 24/7 emergency plumbing for leaks, clogs, and burst pipes. Fast response when it can’t wait.
Drain and Sewer Services Clogs and backups, cleared and kept away. Your drains and sewer, flowing like they should.
Sewer Piping Service Sewer drain line repairs and replacements that keep waste moving the right direction: out.
Trenchless Pipe Relining Damaged pipes restored without digging up your yard. Fast, durable, and clean.
Sewer Line Repair Leaks, cracks, and blockages fixed with repairs built to last, at a fair price.
Trenchless Pipe Repair No trench, no torn-up yard. Durable, cost-effective pipe repair with minimal digging.
Clogged Drain Blocked drain? We clear it quickly so your sinks and showers run without backups.
Drain Cleaning Home or business, we clear clogged drains fast and keep them clear.
Sewer Video Inspection A camera down the line shows us exactly what’s wrong — leaks, clogs, damage — before anybody digs.
Plumbing Smoke Testing Smoke testing finds hidden leaks and odor sources fast, without tearing anything open.
Excavation When digging is the right call, we do it precisely — installations and repairs with as little disruption as possible.
Gas Water Heater Repair Safe, reliable gas water heater repair that gets your hot water back quickly.
Full-Service Plumbing Repairs, installations, and maintenance from plumbers who show up on time and do it right.
Main Sewer Line Clog Services We clear main line clogs fast — before a backup becomes a basement problem.
Drain Repair Services Slow, clogged, or damaged drains fixed so water flows the way it should.
Floor Drain Repair Services A clogged floor drain floods fast. We repair them and keep your space dry.
Expert Plumbing Services Fast repairs, solid installations, and dependable maintenance for the whole house.
Pipe Restoration Services Old, leaking, or damaged pipes restored — durable, cost-effective, and done once.
Clogged Sink Repair Services Tired of a slow or backed-up sink? We get the water flowing freely again.
Our Water Heater Replacement Process
Step 1 │ Get in Touch: Call or send an online request. We set an appointment with a 2-hour arrival window, so you’re not burning a whole day waiting on a truck.
Step 2 │ We Identify the Issue: Our plumber diagnoses what’s wrong with your water heater and tells you straight whether a repair or a replacement makes more sense.
Step 3 │ Review Your Options: We lay out the choices that fit your home, tank-type or tankless, and explain the trade-offs plainly.
Step 4 │ Choose Your Fix: If you need a new water heater, we help you pick the right one — continuous hot water or a traditional setup, sized for your household.
Step 5 │ We Do the Rest: Once you’ve made your choice, we install it the same day. You get your hot water back, and we get out of your way.
Don’t wait until the hot water runs out. Call Smedley Plumbing at (816) 763-3539.
10,000-Hour GuaranteeEvery plumber we send has at least 10,000 hours on the tools. If it isn't fixed right, we come back at no charge.
Videos – Water Heater Replacement
5. Our Water Heater Experiments
Our Service Areas
Smedley Plumbing handles residential plumbing across the Kansas City metro — faucets, toilets, drains, gas pipes, sump pumps, water heaters, and leaks. We serve both sides of the state line, including:
- Missouri
- Blue Springs
- Buckner
- Belton
- Grain Valley
- Independence
- Lee’s Summit
- Raymore
- Raytown
- Olathe
- Gladstone
- Shawnee
- Kansas
- Lenexa
- Leawood
- Kansas City
- Mission
- Oak Grove
- Overland Park
- Prairie Village
- Roeland Park
- Leavenworth
- Liberty
- North Kansas City
- Parkville
Wherever you are on that list, the plumber who shows up will know what he’s doing.
We put water heaters to the test — on camera.
Over 1,000,000 homeowners have watched us tear down a big-box water heater next to a professional supply-house unit. The parts are not the same product.
Straight answers
How long should a water heater last?
A conventional tank water heater typically lasts 8 to 12 years; a well-maintained tankless unit can run 20 years or more. If yours is over 10 years old and leaking from the tank body, replacement is the honest answer — a leaking tank cannot be repaired.
Do you install the units sold at big-box stores?
We install professional supply-house units, not big-box models. We tore both apart side by side on video and over a million people have watched the difference. The parts, the anode rod, and the warranty support are not the same product.
Should I go tankless?
Gas tankless is an excellent upgrade for most homes — endless hot water and a much longer service life. We do not recommend whole-home electric tankless in our climate; it rarely performs the way people hope, and we will tell you that rather than sell you one.
40 gallon or 50 gallon?
A 40-gallon tank suits most one-to-three-person households; 50 gallons suits three to five people or homes with a large soaking tub. Most Kansas City homes we work in run a 50.
How much does it cost to come out?
Our service charge is $89, and it is applied toward the work when we do the repair. You will know the full price to the penny before we start anything.
Are you available after hours?
Yes. Smedley Plumbing is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and a real person answers the phone. Call (816) 763-3539 — that spells (816) SMEDLEY.