Common problems
- Hot water runs out fast
- Water pooling around the tank
- No hot water
Services
- Tank water heater repair
- Water heater replacement
- Expansion tank installation
If it's urgent: Big leak from the tank? Close the cold supply valve on top and turn off the heater's gas or power.
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Novato homes, up close
Novato is the northernmost city in Marin County. SMART trains stop at three Novato stations.
San Marin and Indian Valley were built mostly in the 1960s and 1970s. Basement or garage tanks in mid-century homes are often replaced on the same spot, but newer code may require expansion tanks or updated venting. Stafford Lake, west of town, is one of the city's water sources.
State code requires water heaters to be strapped for earthquakes, and inspectors check for it on replacements. Old Town Novato is centered on Grant Avenue.
Who handles what in Novato
Water heater replacement in California is plumbing work, and plumbing licenses come from the Contractors State License Board, and state code requires seismic strapping. Ask whether your new unit qualifies for any rebates and whether the old tank will be hauled away as part of the job.
Hamilton Air Force Base closed in 1974 and is now a neighborhood. Hillside homes face wildfire risk. In short, water comes from the North Marin Water District, sewer service from the Novato Sanitary District, and permits come from the City of Novato Building Division.
Signs you should call
Things people in Novato often describe:
- No hot water
- Hot water runs out fast
- Water pooling around the tank
Before the visit
Clear the area around the water heater so the tech can reach the valves and the vent.
Have a rough idea of the age of the equipment or fixture involved.
How we connect you
- Start with a quick call or the online form.
- An outside water heater specialist covering Novato picks it up.
- Your request goes straight to a pro, who will contact you about the visit.
Quick answers
What size water heater do I need?
It depends on household size and peak use. A pro can size it based on how many showers and appliances run at once.
What is the pressure relief valve for?
It lets water out if pressure or temperature in the tank gets too high. If it drips often or the pipe below it's wet, have it looked at instead of capping it.
Which parts of Novato can you help with?
We look for independent pros across Novato, including Indian Valley, Marin Valley, Pacheco Valle and San Marin, and ZIP codes 94945, 94947, 94949. If nobody's available, we'll tell you. If you're close to a ZIP code line, mention your cross street when you call.
Is there anything local about water heater repair in Novato?
Summers are warmer than in southern Marin. Many homes have raised wood foundations. Bel Marin Keys has homes along lagoons with boat docks. Those details help the water heater specialist plan the visit.
Where do permits come from in Novato?
Novato permits come from the City of Novato Building Division. Ask the water heater specialist before work starts whether a permit applies to your job.
Keep pets in another room while the pro works.
Service area
Serving about a 50-mile radius from Novato, depending on which independent pros are available. ZIPs: 94945, 94947, 94949
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