Larger Than 50 Gallon Electric Water Heaters
When selecting a new water heater, it's important to consider how long you plan to stay in your home. New water heaters are designed to fail after a set period of time under the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act, passed by Congress in 1975 and amended in 1987 to include residential hot water tanks. The last phase of this act went into effect in 2014, requiring tanks to last for a specified period of time.
We recommend choosing a water heater with a warranty that closely matches the amount of time you plan to live in your home. A 12-year warranty tank can last as long as two average 6-year warranty tanks. Keep in mind that your next water heater will likely be more expensive than your current one.
If you choose Bradford White's 6-year warranty tank, you may benefit from its self-cleaning feature, which can help it last longer than non-self-cleaning tanks. Bradford White offers a warranty upgrade rather than a different line of water heaters for longer warranties.
Unlike with car batteries, water heaters have a full warranty replacement policy. If your water heater fails during the warranty period, you will receive a brand new heater. If any fees are charged by the supply house or store, you will still receive a brand-new warranty. If it's an even swap, the new tank will inherit the remaining warranty of the previous water heater. Note that 12-year tanks are only swapped out with 12-year tanks, and the same applies to 9 and 6-year models.
For warranty purposes, you don't need a purchase receipt. The tank's serial number provides its date of manufacture for warranty purposes, so keep this information handy. Receipts are often lost over the course of 12 years.
Why You Should Consider A Heat Pump Hybrid
Starting in 2029 all electric water heaters larger than 35 gallons will be required to be heat pump hybrid models. This is part of the upcoming changes to water heaters as part 4 of the NAECA, or National Appliance Energy Conservation Act. Starting in 2026, the transition to these newer, more energy-efficient water heaters will begin. Heat pump water heaters use 50-70 percent less energy than similarly sized traditional electric tanks. This can be up to $1,000 per year less for the average Central Ohio household. These hybrid models feature traditional heating elements, serving as a backup heat source in the event of problems with the heat pump components. This backup capability makes heat pump hybrid models among the most dependable water heaters available. These units operate like a referatator in reverse. They also sound like a referagator when they operate. They also provide dehumidification as a byproduct of their operation. This means if you use a dehumidifier in your home, you can also save on that cost by having one less appliance to operate.
These water heaters perform most efficiently in large, open spaces, but all models can be ducted to the outdoors if your current electric water heater is installed in a closet. These water heaters can also drop the room temperature 3-5 degrees, which is great in the summer but may be something to keep in mind for the winter.
AO Smith ProLine
80 Gallon Electric Heat Pump Water Heaters With Installation
Professional-grade water heaters are sold through plumbing professionals and feature higher-quality components than consumer-grade models for greater reliability.
AO Smith Signature Series
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80 Gallon Electric Heat Pump Hybrid Water Heater With Installation
Bradford White
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80 Gallon Electric Heat Pump Hybrid Water Heater With Installation
GE RealMax
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80 Gallon Electric Heat Pump Hybrid Heater With Installation
Navien
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Rheem Professional Classic
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Larger Than 50 Gallon Electric Water Heaters With Installation
Rheem Performance Series
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Richmond
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Rinnai
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Alternatives For 80 Gallons
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