Yes. You can generate, edit, and use the full moving plan for free. The optional $19 one-time MovePlan Pro upgrade unlocks the printable PDF binder, weekly reminder emails, and a few power-user features.

Will I get sales calls from movers?

No. MovePlan does not sell your address or move date to third-party movers. The product is funded by the optional $19 upgrade, not lead-generation.

Do I need to create an account?

No account required. Your plan is saved automatically and accessible by URL. You can also add your email so reminder emails can be sent.

How long does it take to generate a plan?

About 60 seconds. You answer 5 short questions (move date, home size, origin, destination, what you need most help with) and MovePlan generates a personalized plan.

Yes. Every task, room, budget line, address, utility, and box label is editable. You can add custom tasks, mark items done, and rearrange the plan to fit how you actually want to move.

How long does it take to drain a water heater?

Often 30 to 60 minutes depending on tank size and drain flow, plus cooling time first so you are not handling scalding water.

Why can I not turn on an electric heater before it is full?

The heating element must be submerged. Powering a dry or partly filled tank will burn out the element almost immediately.

Should I just replace it instead of moving it?

Water heaters are heavy, awkward, and age with use, so many movers weigh the cost of moving against buying a new one at the destination.

How to Move a Water Heater

Last updated 2026-07-13 · MovePlan Editorial Team

A tank water heater is one of the heaviest appliances in a home because a full 40 or 50 gallon tank weighs hundreds of pounds. Draining it completely is not optional, and gas models add a gas line that must be shut off and handled by a pro.

Difficulty: Hard
Time: 2 to 3 hours, most of it draining time
Typical cost: Around $30 to $60 in supplies, plus a pro for gas or hardwired connections
Supplies: Garden hose, Adjustable wrench and pipe wrench, Appliance dolly, Moving straps, Furniture blankets, Bucket and towels

Pro tip: Draining a large tank takes time, so start well before you need to move it.

Watch out: Never move a water heater with any water still in it. A full tank weighs several hundred pounds.

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