If you upgrade between January 1 2009 and December 31, 2010, you are eligible to receive up to $ 1500 in federal tax credits on your tax return. The Lochinvar High Efficiency Residential Gas Water Heater offers models on both the Tall and Short Models. These energy efficient water heaters have low NOx burners to keep emissions low and more environmentally friendly. There is an adjustable thermostat so you can pre-set your water temperature to what you want it to be and not what the factory decides.
This water heater has a BTU range from 30,000 to 85,000 per hour. There are different models available, they range in 30-gallon water heaters to 65-gallon water heaters, and each model has a factory installed shield combustion system. To enhance the energy efficiency of the water heater, the factory has installed a non-CFC Foam insulation that can help keep in the heat in the tank. This series offers a strong fused glass lining and it meets and exceeds the necessary requirements. The Lochinvar High Efficiency Residential Gas Water Heaters can be used with either Natural Gas or Liquid Propane. You will need a 120-volt electrical supply for these water heaters. Check with your local plumbing codes. These water heaters can be vented in 4 different ways, it would be a good idea to have a qualified installer perform the installation of these water heaters especially when you are working with gas, ask your installer which venting option would be right for you. You have the choice of Negative Draft, E+ Vent, Direct Vent Horizontal and Direct Vent Vertical.
Follow the recommended installation and clearances, these water heaters can be installed on a combustible wood floor but it is not recommended to be installed on carpet. Lochinvar offers a 5-year warranty on all water heaters; make sure that you read all of the warranty information provided when you purchase a Lochinvar Water heater. If you are interested in this type of water heater then log onto their website and click on Support and then click on Sales Locator to find a dealer nearest to your town.
