Homeowners

Water Heating Industry Terms: A Mini-Glossary for Homeowners

Homeowners can be puzzled by confusing water heating jargon professionals use. Relax – Rheem is here to help! By understanding some basic terminology, you’ll be equipped to select the perfect water heater for your needs, save money on utility bills and even make wiser product choices. Here are some of the most frequently used words in water heating.

Electric Terms

Dedicated Circuit – A circuit used by one appliance or electrical fixture.

Rental Property Tips So Your Guests Love Their Stay

A great experience leads to return guests and more guests booking due to the good reviews and positive word of mouth. Rheem is here to make sure your guests have the hot water needed during their stay.

Comfort Is Key

Make sure your guests are comfortable. That includes supplying them with toiletries and kitchen utensils to having a clean bathroom and towels. Something that may not be top of mind is their need for hot water.

ENERGY STAR on Incentives for High-Efficiency Water Heaters

Because sustainable product design is top of mind, we are honored to be named an ENERGY STAR® 2023 Partner of the Year for the third year in a row and elevated to “Sustained Excellence” status. In honor of Earth Day, this post highlights how ENERGY STAR influences the transition to a clean energy future.

ENERGY STAR Earth Day 2023 Theme

As we transition to cleaner energy sources, smart decisions about your home’s water heater can help you save energy,

What You Need to Know About ENERGY STAR 5.0

New ENERGY STAR® 5.0 performance requirements for residential water heater certification will become effective April 18, 2023. We’re making it easy for you to know which Rheem® water heaters are ENERGY STAR certified.

What’s Included in ENERGY STAR 5.0

The ENERGY STAR 5.0 requirements mirror finalized CEE (Consortium for Energy Efficiency) highest product category tiering and also qualify for the expanded 25C federal tax credit.

Heat Pump Water Heater Category
Qualifying UEF Based on Highest CEE Tier

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6 Steps to Help Choose Your Next Water Heater

Water Heaters are not an appliance purchased often by homeowners. Because you use hot water every day, it’s an important home purchase. Run through the following steps, so you’re prepared when you need to purchase your next water heater.

1. Get to Know Your Current Water Heater

It’s important to know the age of your water heater, what fuel type it is and the health of its elements. Determine how much time is left on your warranty.

Exciting Strides in Sustainability at Rheem

Sustainability is a hot topic in the news, and it’s a significant focus for us at Rheem. Whether you’re environmentally conscious or just interested in efficient, cost-effective products for water heating in your home, there are great options available on the market today. Water heating is the #3 energy user in the home, accounting for about 19% of power usage in the home. By choosing more efficient and sustainable products,

Rheem Maximus Takes Efficiency and Performance to the Max

If you are looking for a water heater that has it all, our newest gas water heater delivers. Rheem® Maximus™ Super High Efficiency Gas Water Heater with LeakSense™ has maximum efficiency covered with the latest in high demand water delivery and smart control.

Maximum Efficiency Means Maximum Energy Cost Savings

It’s the best when you find something that is top of the line, and you can take advantage of incentives.

How to Save Money on Your Water Heater with Tax Credits, Rebates and Incentives

Our energy-efficient products have an added benefit besides reducing energy costs and saving the environment. There are many incentives such as tax credits and rebates out there. They will save you money, time and stress. It will also help you decide which water heater to purchase when you’re ready for a new one.

Federal Tax Credits and Rebates

The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA) is a series of home energy programs featuring efficiency and electrification tax credits and rebates.

2022 Blog Highlights: Homeowner Edition

We strive to provide articles that will help you extend the life of your water heater and find the next one when the time is right. We want to provide information about new products, new features and ways to make your experience with water heating more comfortable.

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Let us know if there are any topics you’d like to see featured next year by emailing us at waterheatingblog@rheem.com.

5 Things to Do Before You Call a Plumber

Most homeowners don’t memorize their water heater’s key product information. When you need to contact a plumber, following these 5 steps will make diagnosing issues and servicing easier.

1. Find out the age of your water heater

This is easy to find on the label of your water heater, but it’s different for each brand. On a Rheem® water heater, you can find the week and year of manufacture by looking at the first few digits of the serial number.