Homeowners

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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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.

Federal Tax Credits on ENERGY STAR Certified Water Heaters

If you purchased an ENERGY STAR® certified water heater in 2022, you may be eligible for a tax credit. The existing 25C federal tax credit has been extended through December 31, 2022. The Rheem® Water Heating Division of Rheem Manufacturing Company certifies that the water heating models listed here meet the $300 25C tax credit criteria for ENERGY STAR® certified gas water heaters with UEF>=0.82 and Hybrid Heat Pump Water Heater with UEF>=2.2.

Rheem HotWave Is Your New Multipurpose Hose Sprayer

Do you need a safe and easy way to wash your car, outdoor equipment, your pet and more? The Rheem® HotWave® multipurpose hose sprayer provides continuous hot water whenever and wherever you need it. It’s a versatile tool for your outdoor water needs. You can use it on anything from tough jobs like cleaning your patio to more gentle jobs like washing your dog.

The Features and Benefits

Rheem HotWave uses tankless water heating technology in a portable,

Bringing You Rheem Heat Pump Water Heater Options

Rheem® recently expanded our heat pump water heater (HPWH) offerings to include more residential and commercial models. These heat pump water heaters are designed to be smart, sustainable and easy to install without compromising performance. By drawing heat from the air around them, heat pump water heaters save energy and energy costs while reducing impact on the environment. Rheem is proud to offer the most efficient1 and advanced water heating solutions available on the market.

Celebrating the First Heat Pump Water Heater Day

October 26, 2022, is the first annual Heat Pump Water Heater Day dedicated to the education and awareness of heat pump water heater technology. At Rheem®, we are passionate about heat pump water heaters and strive to offer water heating innovations that reduce energy use and carbon footprint. We are excited to partner with the Advanced Water Heating Initiative (AWHI) and explore this game-changing technology.

Looking to the Future

Right now,

Savings and Efficiency Go Hand in Hand with ENERGY STAR

Rheem® products displaying the blue ENERGY STAR® logo have passed certification for strict energy efficiency testing. ENERGY STAR certification and energy efficiency mean energy cost savings for homeowners. That’s more money in your pocket compared to standard efficiency water heating products.

We’ve collected information about energy savings, sustainability and highly efficient water heaters to celebrate ENERGY STAR Day this year. You’ll learn their perspective on how to save today, save tomorrow and save for good.