Water Heaters - Sears, Menards or Home Depot?
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Milemaker13
01-13-09, 12:38 PM
Whats the general opinion on where to buy a new 40 gal gas water heater? Any gripes against Sears (Kenmore)?
Sears is $20 cheaper, but HD says they will match the price.
I currently have a 17 year old kenmore (from sears, 5 yr warranty) that is still working.
We're about to take the plunge so I thought I'd run it past you all! Thanks!;)
Sears is $20 cheaper, but HD says they will match the price.
I currently have a 17 year old kenmore (from sears, 5 yr warranty) that is still working.
We're about to take the plunge so I thought I'd run it past you all! Thanks!;)
twelvepole
01-13-09, 01:03 PM
All brands make a pretty good water heater, and they expect some of them to fail before the warranty runs out. Maybe this article will help you make a decision. The Right Water Heater: How to choose the right water heater for you (http://www.waterheaterrescue.com/pages/WHRpages/English/Longevity/the-right-hot-water-heater.html)
When you buy a water heater, look at the energy efficiency and yearly operating costs of a water heater before you decide which one is right for your needs. You will find this info on the Energy Guide label.
"On the label check the first-hour rating (FHR) number—this indicates how much hot water the heater can supply per hour at peak usage. The minimum FHR to select for your home will depend on the number of bathrooms and bedrooms it has. Another label on the water heater should reveal its energy factor (EF). This indicates how well the unit converts its fuel to heat. The higher the EF number, the more efficiently the water heater uses its energy. Electric water heaters have EF numbers between 0.75 and 0.95, and gas units are rated between 0.5 and 0.7. Although electric units may use their fuel more efficiently, electricity is a much more expensive water-heating fuel than gas in most regions." Home Tips : Hot Water Heaters: Conventional Storage Models (http://www.hometips.com/waterheaters-storage.html)
When you buy a water heater, look at the energy efficiency and yearly operating costs of a water heater before you decide which one is right for your needs. You will find this info on the Energy Guide label.
"On the label check the first-hour rating (FHR) number—this indicates how much hot water the heater can supply per hour at peak usage. The minimum FHR to select for your home will depend on the number of bathrooms and bedrooms it has. Another label on the water heater should reveal its energy factor (EF). This indicates how well the unit converts its fuel to heat. The higher the EF number, the more efficiently the water heater uses its energy. Electric water heaters have EF numbers between 0.75 and 0.95, and gas units are rated between 0.5 and 0.7. Although electric units may use their fuel more efficiently, electricity is a much more expensive water-heating fuel than gas in most regions." Home Tips : Hot Water Heaters: Conventional Storage Models (http://www.hometips.com/waterheaters-storage.html)