I asked the Hot Water Guys for a quote to install a Stiebel Eltron 24kW tankless electric water heater, which sells for $624 (plus tax) at Home Improvement stores. The games started by asking me to give the specs for the installed water heater (which - in my case - is gas with a tank located in the attic above the garage), tell how old it is, and inform of the number of bedrooms and bathrooms in my house. I furnished the info knowing that I did not have to, because my request was very clear and specific and I did not want the Hot Water Guys to propose the size of the electric water heater I need. The customer-facing case-workers are Kenia, Amber, and Carrie (maybe there are more), but they clearly consult with others in the background; likely the owners, Kenny and Tom. I was quoted a price of $3,600-$4,100 excluding the electrical work. When I asked what was included in that price, the Hot Water Guys answered: The $3600-$4100 includes the purchase of the water heater, removal of the previous water heater, pulling permits, setting up inspections, two crew members’ labor, and any miscellaneous materials such as venting, piping, and service valves. I emailed the county and received confirmation from the Assistant Engineer and Permits Coordinator that no permits - and thus no inspections - are required for this work. I emailed the Hot Water Guys the county's response. The Hot Water Guys know that permits and inspections are not required for this work, but they play 'dumb' and would use their gang and charge customers some $1,000 under this item. I asked the Hot Water Guys to advise the size and price of the electric water heater their quote is based on. They refused to answer. When I insisted, they answered: Respectfully, we are going to decline any further business. We respect our customers and expect the same respect in return. The communication thus far has been unproductive, despite our best efforts to serve you. Thank you for considering Hot Water Guys. The Hot Water Guys does not respect or serve customers; they cheat, ridicule, and rob customers. They are serious violators and must be held to account. No rational observer will ever find it reasonable that a $624 tankless electric water heater would cost $5,500 or more to install ($4,100 for plumbing plus $1,400 or more for electrical). Do not use the Hot Water Guys... They are big cheaters...