The total repair bill may be in the $300 range. A gas water heater (not counting miscellaneous plumbing parts) costs $400 to $1200 (electric water heaters cost about $400 to $800).

The average cost to replace a water heater is between $800 and $1,600. Costs depend on the type, energy source, capacity and installation factors.

Electric water heaters are considered the least costly type to purchase and install, assuming your home already has a 240V electrical circuit dedicated to the heater.

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