Across King County, water heater replacement is currently landing between $3,600 and $4,075 per job, with most quotes near $3,798. Plumbing rates cover materials, code-compliant install, and labor for the scope shown. These figures come from real contractor submissions and market data — not a national average — so they reflect Puget Sound labor and material costs. Check your own number free to see whether you're under, in range, or leaving money on the table.
Across King County, water heater replacement is currently landing between $3,600 and $4,075 per job, with most quotes near $3,798. Plumbing rates cover materials, code-compliant install, and labor for the scope shown. These figures come from real contractor submissions and market data — not a national average — so they reflect Puget Sound labor and material costs. Check your own number free to see whether you're under, in range, or leaving money on the table.
The going rate for water heater replacement in King County is $3,600–$4,075 per job, based on 48+ real local contractor quotes.
Compare it to the live King County range above ($3,600–$4,075 per job). Below $3,600 you may be underpriced; above $4,075 and you'll want to justify the premium. Check your exact number free on The Going Rate.
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