I just purchased this water heater, normally $1299, for $799 + tax + $75 shipping.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Rheem.../312742081
Steps to get deal:
1) Go to above link
2) Change store to zip code 15010(Edit: use Zip 97322 for $699 instead of $799)
3) Select Ship to Home (unless you happen to live close to this store), add to cart.
4) Check out.
Additional notes:
1) Federal tax credit of $300. State tax credits vary, in my home state we get an additional $400 (bringing this heater down to $99 + $75 shipping + tax).
2) For many/most, the $75 shipping is worth it even if you can get this price locally as these heaters are quite heavy and supposedly must be transported vertically.
3) Do your homework on these hybrid heaters before purchasing. You need 220V to operate. Installation expense is generally much higher with hybrid electric vs standard electric resistance heaters and gas heaters. Hot water recovery is very slow (but you can switch to standard electric mode for rapid recovery when you know your usage will be high, e.g. having company over). They can apparently be loud, so if this will be located close to a bedroom, important to think about. There are important climate and installation location factors to consider--just google.
4) The newest generation of this series from Rheem, called "Proterra" can be had for $1269, a slight discount compared to full price (15% for my location). After carefully examining specs, photos, etc - it seems that the only difference with the Proterra series is built-in leak detection with auto-shutoff. FYI if that feature is important to you, you can add it for $219:
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Rheem...513?NCNI-5
5) This is for 50 gallon. Looks like if you need 65 gal or 80 gal, the Proterra is actually on sale (whereas the Performance Platinum is full price), making the Proterra cheaper.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Rheem.../312742081
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This being said, if you take showers no longer than 7-10 minutes, you may save money compared to a gas heater.
I like the WiFi option - in the app it shows the daily consumption and you can change modes /set Vacation mode from anywhere.
This being said, if you take showers no longer than 7-10 minutes, you may save money compared to a gas heater.
I like the WiFi option - in the app it shows the daily consumption and you can change modes /set Vacation mode from anywhere.
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This being said, if you take showers no longer than 7-10 minutes, you may save money compared to a gas heater.
I like the WiFi option - in the app it shows the daily consumption and you can change modes /set Vacation mode from anywhere.
Regarding the economics of HPWHs, everyone's situation is different since electric rates can vary drastically depending on region or even the utility within a region. I have two homes only 35 miles apart, but one house pays a electric rate double the other. When you look at the energy cost on any appliance, you need to read the cost per kw or therm before you can compare electric vs gas appliances.
I have both gas (tank) and HPWH and they both have their places. This is not a one size (or fuel) fits all type of decision.
Regarding the economics of HPWHs, everyone's situation is different since electric rates can vary drastically depending on region or even the utility within a region. I have two homes only 35 miles apart, but one house pays a electric rate double the other. When you look at the energy cost on any appliance, you need to read the cost per kw or therm before you can compare electric vs gas appliances.
I have both gas (tank) and HPWH and they both have their places. This is not a one size (or fuel) fits all type of decision.
I may cancel this if it's really that bad.
I may cancel this if it's really that bad.
The newer tanks are very well insulated and mfgs generally advise against using additional insulation (blankets) on them, so I wouldn't be too concerned about excess energy consumption when increasing your water temperature.
I've had power vented gas tanks before...not sure mine was any louder than the Rheem. Generally speaking, gas tanks have a faster recovery rated than electric, so if you are have a problem filling your tub (assuming no malfunction), maybe you need a bigger tank...whichever type you choose.
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