Water Heaters

Water heaters keep showers hot, dishes clean, and workflows smooth. This category brings together water heaters, parts, and the plumbing tools you need for installation, replacement, and maintenance. Whether you’re choosing a high-efficiency tankless system for continuous hot water or swapping a standard tank for a more efficient model, you’ll find clear specs, compatibility notes, and buying guidance that helps you avoid callbacks and reduce energy costs.

Browse electric, natural gas, propane, heat pump, hybrid, and solar-ready units in residential and light-commercial sizes. Compare tank capacities, first-hour rating (FHR), Uniform Energy Factor (UEF), recovery rate, venting styles (power/direct/atmospheric), and recirculation options. Smart water heaters with Wi‑Fi monitoring, leak detection, and vacation modes help cut energy use and prevent damage.

Choosing the right water heater starts with demand: fixture count, simultaneous use, climate, and incoming water temperature. Then match fuel availability, space constraints, venting path, condensate handling, and local code. Look for rebate-eligible models, stainless or glass-lined tanks, robust anode rod access, and warranties that fit your maintenance plan. From tankless water heater upgrades to quick electric or gas water heater swaps, the right setup delivers faster recovery, quieter operation, and lower utility bills.

Popular tools and accessories found here:
- Pipe wrenches, adjustable wrenches, tubing cutters, PEX crimp/expansion tools
- Soldering or press tools for copper, plus thread sealant and PTFE tape
- Dielectric unions, shutoff valves, flex connectors, drip pans
- T&P valves, expansion tanks, mixing valves
- Condensate pumps, venting kits, terminations for gas units
- Recirculation pumps, timers, check valves
- Leak detectors, drain pumps, smart controllers
- Multimeters and manometers for diagnostics

For safer operation, set outlet temp near 120°F, test the T&P valve, flush sediment, replace anode rods as needed, and strap tanks in seismic zones. Explore water heater installation guides, sizing calculators, and code-focused checklists to finish jobs faster, pass inspection, and cut operating costs.