Water Heater Replacement in Union City, GA

Do Union City homes need new heaters now?

Many do. Union City grew into a suburban bedroom community, and its median home dates from 2002, with about 22.8% predating 1980. A tank that came with a 2000s house is past the usual life span, and many first replacements are aging too. Signs include water at the base of the tank, rusty hot water, loud rumbling and hot water that runs out fast.

Who permits the job?

The City of Union City Community Development Office's Building Permits Division takes building, electrical, plumbing and HVAC permit applications through its online iWorQ portal. It is at 5041 Union St., 770-515-7950 (option 1). Water heaters are not named specifically, so ask the plumber to confirm the requirement for a swap.

What about the water and gas side?

The city maintains its own water distribution and sewer collection system but buys treated water from the City of Atlanta, delivered through ten master meters. The water is chlorinated, and the report does not state hardness. Union City maintains its own water distribution system and buys treated Chattahoochee River water from the City of Atlanta. For test results, read the city's current water quality report, and call the Water and Sewer Division at (770) 306-6855 on weekdays with questions.

Union City's utility FAQ says a meter that turns with every fixture off means a leak on the customer's side, that Public Works cannot work on private property, and that a plumber should be called. If your bill has jumped, mention it, since the plumber can check for a leak while replacing the heater.

Atlanta Gas Light maintains the area's gas lines; your bill may come from a marketer. If you smell gas, leave first, then call 911 and Atlanta Gas Light at 877.427.4321 from away from the leak.

A Union City note

Many homes here have heaters in the attic or garage. For attic installs, ask that the quote include a drain pan and relief line routed to code, along with the city permit and removal of the old tank. Have the heater's size, fuel and age ready when you call, and say whether you want a tankless or heat pump price for comparison.