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Hot Water Recirculating Pump in Waco, TX
Are you frustrated by the long wait in your bathroom for the start of a hot shower while the cold water warms up? Wait no longer! Homeowners looking for a solution to slow arriving hot water should consider a hot water recirculating pump, installed by a licensed ABC plumber.
If your shower, bathtub or sink fixture is far away from your water heater, hot water has to travel a long way. A small hot water recirculating pump can keep hot water continuously at the ready with very little wait time and wasted water, and most bathrooms can easily accommodate one in a small cabinet or closet.
The ABC Process
1. Contact ABC
When you contact us, we will schedule a service call to evaluate the problem. For emergencies, we will send a pro to your home as soon as possible.
2. Get An Estimate
We'll provide you with an estimate for all needed services. Once we get your approval, our pros will get right to work.
3. Perform Services
We will work quickly to perform the desired services. At the end of your service call, we'll update you on what we did and any other needed follow-up.
4. Comfort Guarantee
If you are unhappy with our work, let us know and we will send someone back to your home to make things right at no additional cost.
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All ABC employees go through a drug screening process and criminal history check before becoming a part of the ABC family. We always carry all required licenses to perform service work on your property. We want to give you the best of the best at your home.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a recirculating pump work?
Unlike traditional systems that waste cold water, demand systems use a pump to return cooled water to the water heater, saving energy and water. In this particular case, the pump sends the cooled down water (furthest away from the water heater) in your hot water pipe back to the water heater, instead of sending it down the drain.
Will a pump installation work in any home?
The requirements for installation are a water heater in the home and electricity for the pump to run on. There’s a small amount of space taken up by the pump, and some kind of switch to turn on the pump must be mounted. Most installations are simple with pumps compactly fitting inside a small cabinet or closet.
What are the main benefits of using a pump?
- Reduced Wait Time: Eliminates the wait for hot water at distant fixtures and prevents cold water waste.
- Water and Energy Savings: System recycles cooled water back to the heater, reducing water waste and lowering energy costs.
- Control Features: Activate the system via buttons, timers, or motion sensors as needed.
Does one pump work for all fixtures in a given bathroom?
In most cases, yes. There may be rare occasions where a bathroom might not allow for it to be plumbed, but most of the time, one pump in one bathroom will work for all water outlets in that bathroom.
Can anyone install a recirculating pump?
This is the type of work best performed by licensed plumbers and electricians. Done incorrectly, water damage and even fire or other electrical damage can occur. Homeowner policies & insurance companies take a dim view of claim damage when the work is a result of improper installation.
Is this pump only available for use in bathrooms?
An outdoor shower or sink or a utility room with a hot water fixture are options around the home for a pump, as well as the bathroom.
What does installation cost?
Every installation is unique, but most homes can outfit one bathroom with a hot water recirculating pump for around $800, if electricity access is easy. Location of bathroom, extended electrical work, physical access to areas in and around bathroom and pump can impact the total cost.
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We offer a full range of plumbing services.
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Drain Cleaning
Slow or clogged drains can bring your household to a standstill. Our licensed pros will get things working again so your life can return to normal.
Garbage Disposal Repair & Installation
We tend to take our disposals for granted. That is, until they stop working. We can handle any problem you're having or put in a new garbage disposal.
Leak Detection
A high water bill may mean you have a leak on your property. Our pros use specialized equipment to diagnose the problem and advise you on next steps.
Water Heater Repair & Installation
No matter what's wrong with your water heater, our pros can fit it. If needed, we can advise you on a replacement and get a new unit installed.
Water & Gas Line Repair
Water and gas line problems are often serious and can require immediate attention. We can get to the bottom of the issue and make all needed repairs.
What Our Customers Are Saying
Dianne Roman
5/20/2025
“I called this morning regarding an electrical issue, and luckily ABC was able to book me into the last slot. Stevie was great! He called in advance to inform me of his ETA and was on time. He was understanding of our "no shoes in the house" rule and had no problem wearing shoe covers to accommodate our request. He patiently answered all my questions, and walked us through his root cause analysis and fix. I would definitely use ABC again because of the amazing experience I had with Stevie!”
Sayan Saevivat
6/5/2025
“Jeff was very professional and friendly. He did an outstanding job in explaining how the ECOWATER treatment works. He showed us every step of the tests and results, comparing with untreated 💧 coming to our home and the 💧 treated by ECOWATER treatment system that we would have that included drinking faucet in the kitchen. He showed us what the ECOWATER system most people used in Texas. We like the system and the price. Being Costco members come with extra benefits: cash back, big discounts on the sytem and services and warranty. We are happy with ABC ECOWATER water treatment system. We decided to go with the maintenance program that included monitoring the health of the system and filling free salt for us. We can take the system with us wherever we go and the contract will still be valid. What we like most: Jeff told us the best water treatment system has to have salt to dissolve the minerals coming into our home. It makes sense!”
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