Storage water heater installation price in Singapore
A typical storage water heater installation job in Singapore costs $150–$250 (labour only, like-for-like, unit extra). The exact price depends on what is found on site, and is confirmed with you before any work starts.
Typical price
$150–$250labour only, like-for-like, unit extraTypical job time
1.5–3 hours
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Price breakdown
| Item | Typical (SGD) |
|---|---|
| Labour, like-for-like replacement | $150–$250 |
| Labour with extra piping or a new positionDepends on pipe length, wall type and ceiling access | $250–$750 |
| Storage heater unit, 15–50LRetail prices for common models; premium models cost more | $150–$450 |
| Removal and disposal of the old heater | $30–$80 |
| New power point by a Licensed Electrical WorkerOnly if there is no suitable point | $250–$450 |
Ranges are based on public price lists and quotes in Singapore. They are a guide, not an offer.
What changes the price
- A like-for-like swap versus moving the heater, which needs new hot and cold pipe runs.
- Ceiling-mounted heaters and tight false-ceiling access take longer than wall-mounted ones.
- Tank size and model. Larger tanks and premium models cost more to buy.
- Whether the old heater has to be removed and disposed of.
- Whether a new power point or circuit is needed, which is separate electrical work.
- Wall type. Partition walls may need a support frame or special fixings for a full tank.
What is included
Usually included
- Transport to your home
- Taking down the old heater
- Mounting and connecting the new heater, including a pressure relief valve and drain pipe
- Leak and hot-water test
- Certificate of Satisfactory Completion to PUB, submitted by the Licensed Plumber
Usually extra
- The heater unit, unless supplied by us
- Disposal of the old heater, unless stated
- New power point or other electrical work by an LEW
- Hacking, false-ceiling repair or retiling
HDB vs condo vs landed
HDB
A like-for-like swap is usually at the lower end, since the pipes and power point are already in place. It costs more if the heater moves to a new wall or sits above a false ceiling.
Condo
Similar labour to HDB for a straight swap. Heaters above a false ceiling, and by-law limits on work hours, can add time.
Landed
Each bathroom is usually a separate heater, so the total scales with the number of units. Long pipe runs and larger tanks for bathtubs push labour up.
Buying the unit yourself?
Our water heaters guide covers types, brands sold in Singapore and typical unit prices.
Water heaters buying guideStorage water heater installation price: common questions
Is it cheaper to buy the storage heater myself?
Sometimes, as retailers run promotions on the unit. Send the model to your plumber before buying so the size, brackets and connections can be checked, and ask for the labour price separately so you can compare.
Why is one quote $150 and another $500 for the same heater?
The higher quote may include the unit, disposal, new piping, a move to a new position or a ceiling installation. Ask for labour, unit and extras on separate lines.
How much extra is a new power point?
Only if there is no suitable point. A Licensed Electrical Worker installs it, and it typically costs $250–450 depending on the distance from your DB and how the cable is run.
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