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Clue #1: Age. The older the water heater, the more likely it is to break down. As a general rule, a tank type water heater will last, on average 8 to 12 years. With proper maintenance and a little luck, you may be able to nearly double the lifespan of your water heater. But sometimes even with the best care, a water heater will need to be replaced after only a few years.
An average water heater tank lasts about 10 years. If youâre not sure whether to repair or replace a water heater, a good rule of thumb is to never spend more than half the cost of replacement on a repair. According to our hot water heater installation price guide, the cost to replace a hot water heater is $850. Therefore, if your repair bid comes in above $425 and your hot water heater is more than seven years old, you may want to consider replacement versus repair.