On 2/1/2013 10:46 AM, Brooklyn1 wrote:
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>> Sky wrote:
>>> I want to ask "here" on RFC and, yeah-yeah, I can look at many other
>>> resources - and NO, Consumers Report hasn't helped - I checked!
>>>
>>> I'm of mind to very soon replace my rather old (natural gas) water
>>> heater that's way over 17+ years old, and I know nearly nothing about
>>> water heaters. I've done some initial research and don't a want 'hot
>>> water on demand' heater (not really feasible for my usage - one
>>> person, single home), nor a 'hybrid' electric/gas water heater either
>>> (won't fit in space). But. I do want to buy a water heater that's
>>> for a family of four or more, for 'sale' appeal (60+ gallons
>>> plus????)
>>> However, those criteria stated, I want to buy a new water (natural
>>> gas) heater with house-resell value in mind.
>>>
>>> Then there's the "energy star" aspect and tax incentives, etc. Not to
>>> mention tax rebates.
>>>
>>> Consumer Reports (CR) listed only four manufacturers (in no particular
>>> order) - GE, Kenmore (isn't that Sears?), Rheem, and Whirlpool. Alas,
>>> CR does not include any ratings comparisons - BUMMER !
>>>
>>> So, please help ! If anyone has suggestions and such, I'd greatly
>>> appreciate to learn them. Particularly if those suggestions are the
>>> sort that say "BEWARE!" :/ TIA.

> Forget the rest, this is the best:
> http://www.bockwaterheaters.com/
> http://www.bockwaterheaters.com/Prod...r_heaters.html


Thanks for the links. Interesting and will keep this manufacturer in
mind. Currently - knock on wood - a new WH isn't needed just yet, but
watch Murphy's Law set in!

Sky

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