Charlie: “Rush Meta writes to us, he’s looking at hot water heaters, he’s got two electric ones in the attic, he wants to know if you can recommend one that’s efficient or economical. Is there a difference from one brand to another Tom?
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Tom: “No. You’re looking at warranties, you pay more for more warranty. Not necessarily a good idea as far as I’m concerned. But all water heaters are almost identical. I mean there’s a little differences, they have a different nameplate. And then they have a different nameplate. But they’re pretty much the same, okay? And then some will have a one year warranty, five year warranty, seven year warranty.
Charlie: “Right.
Tom: “I just stay away from the self cleanings, they’re more expensive and all they do is stir up all the junk and send it down your pipes, so just a standard water heater’s the best way to go.
Charlie: “It’s a whole lot like the AC is, you hire the plumber you trust, and you trust him to pick the right water heater.
Tom: “Yeah, absolutely.