Serving the Greater South Sound Area
Water Heater Services in the South Sound Area
Is Your Hot Water on the Fritz? Here’s What to Watch For
A failing water heater can leave you without hot water or cause damage if ignored. At Olympic Plumbing Technology, we help Olympia homeowners recognize the warning signs early — before you’re stuck with a cold shower or a flooded utility room. If any of these issues sound familiar, it’s time to schedule service:
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Inconsistent or No Hot Water: If your water runs cold quickly or never gets warm, your unit may need repair or replacement.
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Strange Noises From the Tank: Rumbling, popping, or banging sounds can mean sediment buildup or internal damage.
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Rusty or Discolored Water: Corrosion inside the tank can cause rust-colored water and signal tank failure.
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Water Leaks Around the Base: Leaking around the unit often points to a crack or failing seal that needs urgent attention.
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Fluctuating Water Pressure: Poor or uneven flow from hot taps can be tied to water heater or line issues.
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Unit Age Over 10 Years: Older systems are more prone to failure and usually less energy-efficient — routine checks are essential.
Water Heater Repair & Installation in Thurston, Pierce, Mason & Lewis Counties
Water Heater Installation and Replacement
We install new water heaters and replace outdated or failing units with energy-efficient models. Whether you’re upgrading by choice or replacing due to failure, we’ll help you select the right system for your home’s needs.
Tank and Tankless System Options
From traditional storage tanks to space-saving tankless units, we install and service all types of systems. Our technicians explain the pros and cons of each to help you make a confident decision.
Water Heater Repair Services
If your hot water runs cold or your unit makes strange noises, our team can diagnose and repair the issue quickly. We handle everything from minor parts to major internal faults with precision and care.
Pilot Light and Thermostat Servicing
A malfunctioning thermostat or pilot light can disrupt your hot water supply or cause inconsistent temperatures. We inspect and repair these components to restore reliable heating performance.
Water Heater Flushing and Maintenance
Sediment buildup inside your tank can reduce efficiency and damage internal parts. We perform complete flushes and maintenance to extend your unit’s lifespan and ensure peak operation. Ask about our Legends Membership Program and how you can get an annual water heater flush for free.
Emergency Water Heater Help
No hot water during a cold snap? We offer responsive service and quick fixes to get your system back in working order — without the wait.
Are You Ready to Get Started?
Let’s get your plumbing project underway — contact us today to schedule fast, reliable service.
Why Choose Olympic Plumbing Technology for Your Water Heater Needs?
Hot water isn’t a luxury — it’s a daily necessity. At Olympic Plumbing Technology, we help homeowners in Olympia and the surrounding area stay comfortable with fast, reliable water heater services. Whether you need a repair, a flush, or a full replacement, our licensed plumbers handle every job with care and precision. We work with all system types and provide honest recommendations based on what’s best for your home.
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Experience With All System Types: We service and install both tank and tankless units from leading manufacturers.
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Responsive and Timely Repairs: We act quickly when you’re out of hot water — no waiting for days.
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Energy-Efficient Recommendations: We help you select the most efficient system for your budget and household size.
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Code-Compliant Installations: Every installation meets or exceeds Washington plumbing standards for safety and performance.
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Legend Membership Benefits: Members receive routine maintenance and priority service to help prevent unexpected hot water loss.
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What Our Customers Say About Us
Nate was awesome. I planned to only change the expansion tank and I never felt pressured to do any more. He made sure it was whatever I wanted to do. He showed me the age of the unit, which was 4 years older than what I even thought, gave me a price comparison too. It was clear we needed to change the unit to save ourselves in the long run. He was professional, quick, answered all of our questions, and it makes me want to continue service with this company. To be clear I called around too for quotes. Thank you for your help Nate.
Brian Cabanayan
2 days ago
Ryan B. did a great work on our new water heater installation. Great customer service - we appreciate the communication, showing up on schedule and keeping things tidy. Best of all: we now have unlimited hot water. Thanks to everyone at Olympic Plumbing Technology!
Susan Bush
2 days ago
Nick was thorough and professional. He explained everything well and answered our questions completely. Due to the estimated cost to repair our water heater, and the fact that it’s warranty would expire in a year, we decided to purchase a new one and signed up for the Legend service, as well. All this was a LOT more than we expected to pay for what we were hoping would just be catching up on overdue maintenance, but we feel like we made that best decision for the long run. Nick was careful to make sure he was providing us with all options so we could make a decision and he lined up an electrician for us, as well. We’ll call upon Olympic Plumbing Technology and Nick the next time we need plumbing service.
Sue Bush
2 days ago
After signing up for the Membership program which initially allowed us a discount on some bib work that we had done last year, we recieved a call from Olympic Plumbing Technology (OPT) stating it was time for our free hot water tank cleaning and home plumbing inspection. Our plumber Gaige came within the indicated time window and was VERY pleasant, professional, clean and well kempt in his appearance. Since my first call for the bib work, I've had two different plumbers from OPT work in my house and I would without hesitation have either of them both back. They do a GREAT job!!!
Keith Deline
2 days ago
Olympic Plumbing Technology is a great choice for Plumbing needs. Plumber Robby had his work cut out for him. Robby was thorough, efficient & respectful.
lynne stenberg
3 days ago
Brandon was great! Conveying everything he was doing and presenting a statement of the work that was to be done. A pleasant experience overall, and will definitely call Olympic plumbing technology for future work.
kirk medina
3 days ago
My 36 year old RUUD water heater finally gave up on me yesterday. (Yes, 36 years old. Gaige said it was an industrial, steel and glass that has been installed in the good old days😂) I called OPT late yesterday afternoon, after I noticed leaking and they fit me in immediately this morning.
Gaige was polite, professional, extremely knowledgeable, explaining all the different types of options etc, and very personable!
Wore shoe covers and cleaned up everything during the whole time.
I had thought this would be such a horrible, messy thing to do, as the water heater is right in the kitchen area, but it turned out to be just fine.
OPT is my go to plumber from here on out.
And thank you Gaige!
Patricia Madison
3 days ago
Fast service. Good options, Nick crushed it and did a great job.
Kale Wilsford
4 days ago
Ron and Robbie came out to fix a problem with a previous job that Olympic Plumbing Technicians did a few years ago. The drain pipes under our kitchen sink started to leak. They provided excellent service and made good on what was done before at no charge. Ron is the owner and he approved the work because it wasn't done properly in the first place. This is the sort of service that will make us repeat customers. They came out the same day I called as well. All around excellent service. (The initial work, while not up to their own standards, wasn't too bad in that it took three years before the leak showed up).
Frank Winters
4 days ago
Excellent service. Our technician, Gaige, was extremely helpful and did a fantastic job. Highly recommended.
Additional work done today, January 28by Corbyn. Excellent service.
Craig Wallace
4 days ago
We appreciate Corbin’s attention to detail from the shoe covers to job completion. Customer satisfaction is more than a catch phrase for the company and their employees.
Greg Rayl
4 days ago
Ryan and Morgan completed challenging work in a timely and professional manner. They explained what they were going to do and answered all of my questions. Great work and customer service.
berkeleymo
4 days ago
Rafael dos a great job, always courteous and professional. A pleasure to work with.
D Pig
4 days ago
Gaige was professional, personable, knowledgeable, straightforward, and resolved our plumbing issues. Plus he has great hair!
Bonnie Brien
5 days ago
RAFEAL IS A VERY CORDIAL. COURTEOUS AND IS VERY CUSTOMER SERVICE ORIENTED TECHNICIAN. HE WAS HERE TO DO A HOT WATER HEATER FLUSH. DUE TO TH E AGE OF MY HOT WATER HEATER, WE DISCUSSED REPLACEMENT. HE GAVE ME OPTIONS THAT WERE GOOD FOR ME. I AGREED TO HAVONG THE REPLACEMENT DONE THE SAME DAY. HE CHECKED SLL THE FITTINGS AND REPLACED TWO IN THE KITCHEN. HE HAD EVERYTHING COMPLETED AND CLEANED UP WITHIN 3 1/2 HOURS. I COULDN'T ASK FOR BETTER SERVICE. THANKS.
Dorothy Kippie
5 days ago
Olympia Plumbing Technology and Corbin have been wonderful. The work is high quality. There are no surprises.
Greg Rayl
5 days ago
Gaige did excellent job for us. We are very happy!
LASZLO BOROS
6 days ago
Amazing response. My Technician Nick came out, checked warranty, created a plan for repair and we moved forward. Very professional, and overall great experience.
Jennie Kelly
6 days ago
