Replacing Your Water Heater: New Water Heater Regulations

Is your water heater over ten years old?  You might be do for a replacement!  However, homeowners should be aware that updates to the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act mean that many water heaters will be larger, requiring more space for installation.  Here is what you need to know about how the update will effect you.

The National Appliance Energy Conservation Act (NAECA) provides minimum efficiency standards for home water heaters.  This spring, they are updating the rules and increasing the minimum efficiency standards for both electric and gas water heaters.  

Residential Water Heaters Less Than 55 Gallons

• Two or more inches taller
• Two or more inches wider in diameter

Residential Water Heaters Over 55 Gallons

• All electric models must be of the Hybrid Electric heat pump water heater type design
• All gas models must be of the condensing water heater type design

Read more about the new water heater guidelines here:  www.hotwater.com/naeca

If you are looking to update your water heater or you have any questions about the new water heater requirements, give our office a call.  We can help you determine whether or not the water heater will fit in your available space or if you need to adjust water heater tank sizes.  Call 585-216-3058 or visit our website for more information.

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