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Water heater replacement cost in Saskatchewan
Most homeowners pay $1,950 – $3,250 (mid-range, typical $2,500, before GST/HST), in line with the national average.
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mid-range, typicalPrice levels in Saskatchewan
| Typical | Labour | Materials | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | $2,250 $1,750 – $2,950 | $1,225 | $1,041 |
| Mid-range | $2,500 $1,950 – $3,250 | $1,250 | $1,264 |
| Premium | $2,900 $2,250 – $3,800 | $1,362 | $1,552 |
Why prices in Saskatchewan are different
Labour makes up about 50% of a mid-range water heater replacement job, around 11 hours of trade work. Tradespeople in Saskatchewan cost about 3% more than the national average (official wage data: Job Bank wages (Employment and Social Development Canada)), while materials are priced much the same across the country. That is why the total comes out in line with the national figure.
Saskatchewan ranks 2 of 9 provinces for this job, from most to least expensive.
By area
| Location | Basic | Mid-range | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern | $2,250 | $2,500 | $2,900 |
| Regina--Moose Mountain | $2,250 | $2,500 | $2,900 |
| Prince Albert | $2,200 | $2,450 | $2,850 |
| Swift Current--Moose Jaw | $2,150 | $2,400 | $2,800 |
| Yorkton--Melville | $2,150 | $2,400 | $2,800 |
| Saskatoon--Biggar | $2,100 | $2,350 | $2,700 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does water heater replacement cost in Saskatchewan?
A mid-range job typically costs $2,500 before GST/HST, with most homeowners paying between $1,950 and $3,250. A basic job is about $2,250 and a premium one about $2,900.
Is water heater replacement more expensive in Saskatchewan than the national average?
Saskatchewan: in line with the national average. Labour makes up about 50% of a mid-range water heater replacement job, around 11 hours of trade work. Tradespeople in Saskatchewan cost about 3% more than the national average (official wage data: Job Bank wages (Employment and Social Development Canada)), while materials are priced much the same across the country. That is why the total comes out in line with the national figure.
How much of the price is labour in Saskatchewan?
About 50% at the mid-range level, around 11 hours of work at local rates. The rest is materials, equipment and disposal, which vary much less between regions.
Where in Saskatchewan is it most expensive?
Northern is the most expensive area at about $2,500 for a mid-range job, and Saskatoon--Biggar the least expensive at about $2,350.
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