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Mickie Hascall
2 months ago

Hot water heater went out in the middle of two of my girls taking after swimming showers. My husband Jack was at work in the Bay Area and found Optimized Plumbing & Piping out of Sonora. Could not be happier with Curtis. He called me said he would be out around 3 pm which I was happy with but when he called back around 1pm and said they would be there in 30 mins I was ecstatic! He replaced our long outlived water heater in no time. Curtis is very professional and it’s such a pleasure especially up here in the mountains. I highly recommend

Julie Kessinger
2 months ago

Always get great service, completed on time and at the price quoted. I love my tankless water heater and highly recommend it and Optimized Plumbing!

Bird
3 months ago

In November 2023 we received a flyer advertising Hybrid water heater from Optimized Plumbing and Piping. I gave them a call and talked to Curtis about the unit’s cost savings, size variation and install cost. At the time there was a substantial rebate being offered that we were able to take advantage of thanks to Curtis’s help. We felt the Hybrid water heater with its energy efficiency would be a good addition to our all-electric home. The installation and removal of the old heater went without any problems. The App lets you make adjustments to different energy efficiency modes, energy saver, heat pump, electric or gas, high demand and vacation. You can check available hot water, kwh usage and if the unit is functioning normally. At the time of writing this review and checking the App it reminded me to clean the air filter. So, after two and a half years we have had no issues and couldn’t be more satisfied with the hybrid water heater and the work that Curtis and Optimized Plumbing and Piping.

Joni Kane
3 months ago

Curtis picked up the phone on my first call on the Friday before Memorial Day weekend. He was friendly, knowledgeable and professional. He gave me some options and wasn’t pushy at all. He re placed my water heater two days later on Monday during a holiday weekend. It was a great experience, would highly recommend Optimized Plumbing & Piping.

Anaiah Kirk
3 months ago

Attention to detail and a pleasure to be around. I worked for 2 years on our master bathroom and needed a pro to do the finished plumbing. He was the guy.

Jackie Tyler
3 months ago

I highly recommend Optimized Plumbing and Piping Curtis responded quickly and kept me informed each step. Very professional work and a fair price. I will use them with all my plumbing needs!

Tera Perry
4 months ago

Curtis was very honest and upfront about what I needed and the cost. He was courteous, prompt, professional, and did a great job. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone needing plumbing work done.

Jon Lynch
4 months ago

Curtis was very responsive to my call. I had a failure on my tankless hot water heater, and he responded the next day to get it replaced.

Licensed & Insured — CA License #982621

Hundreds of water heaters installed

No hot water? Get a new tank water heater installed fast.

Same day and next day tank water heater replacement in Tuolumne & Calaveras County.

Call Now: 209-743-9821

Photo based quotes available.

  • The proven, dependable option — most tank replacements are quoted from a photo and installed the same day or next
  • Available in gas, propane, and electric models
  • Lower upfront cost than tankless or hybrid systems
  • A straightforward, like-for-like swap in most homes — no major venting or electrical changes required
  • Standard manufacturer warranty, typically 6 years
  • Signs it’s time to replace, not repair: a pilot light or igniter that won’t stay lit, rusty or cloudy hot water, a tank older than 10 years, or water pooling at the base
  • Peace of mind — a tank that’s still working can still be close to failing. Replacing it before it leaks avoids the water damage and the emergency scramble that comes with waiting

Comparisons

Not sure a standard tank is the right fit? Here’s how it compares to the other two options:

  • Tankless Water Heaters — heats on demand so you never run out, common in propane homes and larger households, higher upfront cost.
  • Hybrid Electric Water Heaters — the most efficient option, best for all-electric homes with the space and airflow to support one.

A tank system is usually the right call when you want the lowest upfront cost, a fast like-for-like swap, or your existing setup (venting, electrical) is already built for one. Not sure which fits your home? Call or text 209-743-9821 and we’ll walk through it.

Frequently Asked Questions

If it’s under about 8 years old and the problem is isolated — a bad thermostat, heating element, or igniter — repair is usually the smarter call. Older units, active leaks, or multiple issues at once usually point to replacement. Send us photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.

Most standard tank water heaters last 8–12 years, depending on water quality, usage, and maintenance. If yours is already past that range, it’s worth getting ahead of a failure rather than waiting for one.

It depends on your household size, number of bathrooms, and peak usage times — a couple in a two-bathroom home has different needs than a family of five. Tell us your situation and we’ll recommend the right capacity.

Sometimes, but it’s rarely a simple swap — new venting, gas lines, or electrical work may be needed. We’ll look at your setup and tell you honestly whether converting makes sense or if staying with your current fuel type is the simpler path.

Text photos of your existing water heater to 209-743-9821 — the unit, the data plate, and the surrounding space. We’ll usually respond with a quote the same day.

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  • Hot water heater went out in the middle of two of my girls taking after swimming showers… He replaced our long outlived water heater in no time. Curtis is very professional and it’s such a pleasure especially up here in the mountains. I highly recommend.
    Mickie Hascall 
    (Google Review)

Need a water heater replacement now? Many tank installs can be quoted from photos and completed in one visit. Call 209-743-9821.

Hybrid hot water heater
A Hybrid Water Heater is a great way to utilize free solar energy.