17-Year-Old Water Heater Replaced and Upgraded | AO Smith 80-Gallon Water Heater Installation in Escondido

A residential client contacted Happy Plumbing for a quote on a tankless water heater installation. During the initial inspection, our technician assessed the existing system—a conventional storage water heater that was 17 years old, exceeding the typical 8–10 year lifespan—and found visible signs of external corrosion and structural deterioration. Based on the unit’s age and condition, we recommended a proactive replacement to avoid potential failure. The client opted for an AO Smith 80-gallon electric storage water heater. Our team performed a complete removal and disposal of the outdated unit, followed by installing the new system in the existing location. All work was completed to meet current International Residential Code (IRC) and Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) standards, including updated thermal expansion control, pressure relief valve setup, and system commissioning.

The new unit is covered by a 6-year manufacturer warranty and a 6-year labor warranty, which is contingent upon annual descaling services performed by Happy Plumbing. The first service is complimentary, with a default 1-year labor warranty applying if future descaling is not maintained.