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Originally Posted by retiredguy123
You are correct. Apparently, Rheem has revised their classic warranty to 10 years. However, this warranty only covers the parts for 10 years, and the labor for one year. When you replace a water heater, the labor will be the most expensive part of the replacement.
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I like Mike Scott. I feel that specific company provides a good service at a fair price.
If the above is correct, then go with the $900 deal unless you want the automatic water detection and shutoff Rheem tank. I'm sure they will install that at well at a slightly higher cost.
I often question a HVAC company advertising a cheap price "special". In those situations you need to find out what equipment they are installing and what they are replacing during the installation.
About the 6 year vs 10 or 12 year warranty. What most have said is basically true but for example, just having a larger anode rod for example, can extend the life of the tank more years. We have pulled the anode rod on the basic and upgraded tanks and confirmed the longer warranty tank had a thicker anode rod and some use two instead of one to extend the life of the tank. So, the point of the longer warranty is to get a better made tank that has the potential of lasting longer. And of course, if it ever fails the pro rate will be better so there is some benefit there.
Finally, whomever installs your system, Always make sure they pressurize the expansion tank to the maximum water pressure at your home. These tanks come from the factory with a 40psi charge when you probably need 70psi. If this is not done, the tank will not work properly and fail prematurely. You don't know how many so called "professionals" skip this step for some reason.