About Us | Bay Area Water Heaters

Your Local Water Heater Experts

Family Owned | Professional Service | Guaranteed Satisfaction

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Years serving the Bay Area

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Satisfied customers

Star rating on Yelp

Our Story

Bay Area Water Heaters is a family-owned business founded by Chris and Lynn Guslani. For over 30 years, we’ve served the Bay Area with one mission: delivering exceptional water heater service with honesty, professionalism, and fair pricing.

Unlike other companies, when you call Bay Area Water Heaters, you work directly with Chris, our owner and master technician. We employ our own professional technicians – never subcontractors – ensuring consistent, high-quality service every time.

Our Values

Customer First

Your satisfaction is our top priority

Expertise

Specialized water heater knowledge

Integrity

Honest, transparent service

Quality

Professional, employee technicians

Our Affiliates

San Carlos Homeowners
St Francis High School, Mountain View, CA
St. Charles School and Parish, San Carlos, CA
St. Mary’s College of California, Moraga, CA

University of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Colorado University at Boulder, Boulder, CO
Oregon State, Corvallis, OR
Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, CA

Our Team

Chris and Lynn Guslani

Owners, Master Technician (Chris) & Operations (Lynn)
37+ years experience

Dave and David V.

Water Heater Installers and experts

25 years experience

More water heater installs than all plumbing contractors

Vast amounts of knowledge of tank and tankless units

Great problem solvers and solution experts

See what Yelp customers say about Dave

“Dave came out to do our install and was totally awesome.”

“Dave did an outstanding job and answered all my questions.”

“Dave came out, we ended up with a great tankless water heater.”

“Dave is very knowledgeable and professional throughout the entire process.”

“’80s Dave came out and was awesome and did a bang-out job.”

“Dave was wonderful, knowledgeable, prompt, and neat.”

“Dave was great.”

Leka S.

Water Heater Installer and expert

24 years experience

Honest, hardworking, perfectionist

See what Yelp customers say about Leka

“We were very lucky to have Leka be our installer.”

“My husband emailed me how impressed he was with Leka.”

“Leka arrived on time. He was articulate, polite, helpful and super-efficient.”

“Cannot recommend Leka and Chris enough.”

“Leka was fast and clean throughout the process and answered all of my questions.”

“Leka offered great service, professional and friendly.”

Tony F.

Water Heater Installer and expert

21+ years experience

See what Yelp customers say about Tony

“Tony came right on time, fully prepared, finished the job in 45 min, very neat install, and answered all of my question.s”

“Tony was very courteous and friendly and knew what he was doing.”

“Tony was professional and courteous in every way possible.”

“Tony and Bay Area Water Heaters were a joy to work with.”

“Tony provided Great service, professional service, and friendly.”

“Could not be happier—5 Stars all the way.”

Ozzy

Shop Dog

Chief Morale Officer

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Our Commitment to Sustainability

100%

Tank Recycling

Every old water heater we remove is properly recycled.

100%

Package Recycling

All water heater boxes are recycled.

Energy

Efficient

We prioritize energy-efficient solutions and upgrades.

Green

Solutions

Expertise in tankless and heat pump technologies.

What Our Customers Say

Owner Involvement Willis W., Oakland

Chris was quick to respond to my request for water heater replacement. He gave me a good quote, sent the installer next morning and finished the job in under two hours. Truly a seamless experience from start to finish.

Customer Care Tammie C., Manhattan

Chris is so amazing. We had a water heater igniter problem (not bought with Chris) I called Chris for help and Chris graciously spent time with me on the call to diagnose and recommended me Jimmy who is hands down the most helpful, quick, effective plumber we've ever met.

Late Night Emergency Response Jason L., Fremont

I posted my project to replace the water heater at 12:30am in the morning. Within minutes Chris started messaging me on Yelp! After sending him pictures of the leaky water heater, Chris and I hopped on a phone call (I think it was around 1am that we were talking) -- ok I sleep late but it is amazing that Chris can professionally handle a situation super late at night. Tony from his company showed up at my door at 9:30am and quickly analyzed my situation and provided estimates.

Holiday Weekend Emergency Lillian N., San Francisco

Why is it that water heaters always break down on a weekend - especially a 4th of July holiday weekend? After contacting several yelp plumbers, Chris was one of the first respond. He was transparent with his pricing and educated us on the need for a 199,000 BTU unit for our 6 unit condo building. His responsiveness was much appreciated by everyone and he was able to get us a quote and commit to a Monday installation.

Professional Ross O., San Ramon, CA

Our water heater started to leak and the electronics were going bad (stuff does not last very long anymore!) Went on Yelp and made a request. Leka came out the very next morning and replaced the water heater and checked everything out making sure the new one was installed correctly. Leka was very professional and a gentleman. Would highly recommend this company!

Highly Recommended Neelam S., Los Altos, CA

Tony was great! He was friendly, fast and efficient and answered all my questions. Also cleaned up inside the closet after installation. The pricing was the most competitive for complete removal of the old water heater and installation of the new Bradford White water heater (one of the best brands that not all plumbers carry). They do charge 3% for credit cards but still the best rates.

Competitive Price Mike T., Milpitas, CA

The water heater in my condo went out. It was 20+ years old so I knew it needed replacement. I called several businesses for quotes and availability. Bay Area Water Heaters had thr most competitive price and was the only company available to replace my water heater the same day. Tony showed up and installed the new water heater. No surprises with the price.

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