Professional Gas and Propane Water Heater Installation
Cowtown Water Heaters provides professional gas and propane water heater installation throughout Dallas / Fort Worth, TX. We handle everything from selecting the right unit for your home to final hookup and testing.
Homes across North Texas typically run on either natural gas or propane. Both fuel types heat water faster than electric models and cost less to operate month to month, something that matters when summer temperatures push your cooling costs up.
We installed a 50-gallon gas unit in a brick ranch last spring after the old one started leaking from the bottom. The homeowner called on a Tuesday morning, and we had the new heater running by that afternoon.
Call us at (817) 502-9088 to learn more about how we can help you.
Choosing Between Gas and Propane Water Heaters
The fuel type depends on what’s already piped to your home. Natural gas comes through underground utility lines, and you pay per therm on your monthly bill.
Tank size matters more than fuel type. A household with four people typically needs 50 gallons. Bigger families or homes with a soaking tub should consider 65 or 75 gallons.
In homes built on slab foundations, the most common type in this area, the water heater usually sits in the garage or a utility closet.
Gas and Propane Water Heater Installation Process
The installation starts with shutting off your existing water supply and fuel line. We drain the old tank completely before disconnecting it; usually, 40 to 50 gallons of water that we route to your floor drain or outside.
Once the old unit is out, we check the gas line connections and water supply lines for any corrosion or wear. Hard water deposits are common in this region and can affect connection points over time.
New installations require proper venting. Gas and propane heaters produce combustion gases that need to exit through a flue pipe to the outside. We verify the vent is clear and appropriately sized for your new unit.
Undersized venting can cause backdrafting that fills your home with carbon monoxide. Most modern heaters need a 3-inch or 4-inch vent, depending on BTU rating.
Here’s what we address during every installation:
- Venting and Clearances: We ensure the heater has a 6-inch buffer from combustible materials, along with clear access to the pilot and burner assembly
- Gas Line Pressure Testing: We look for leaks using a pressure gauge and a soapy water solution at each connection point.
- Sediment Trap Installation: Catches debris in the gas line before it reaches the control valve and pilot assembly
After everything’s connected, we fire up the unit and adjust the burner for a clean blue flame. Yellow or orange flames mean incomplete combustion.
We set the thermostat to 120 degrees; hot enough for showers and dishwashers, but cool enough to prevent scalding. The whole process takes about four hours for a standard replacement, longer if we’re relocating the heater or upgrading vent piping.
Schedule Your Water Heater Installation in Dallas / Fort Worth
Water heaters that are more than 10 years old or are showing clear signs of rust almost always require replacement. It’s better to replace your unit before your garage or utility room becomes flooded due to a serious issue.
As a community-based gas and propane water heater installer in Dallas / Fort Worth, we provide honest assessments, recommendations, and the highest-quality services.
Upgrade your comfort with a dependable new water heater. Call Cowtown Water Heaters today at (817) 502-9088 to schedule gas and propane water heater installation in Dallas / Fort Worth, TX, and surrounding areas.
