Water Heaters
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A.O. Smith ProLine® Water Heaters
We've been installing A.O. Smith water heaters in our customers' homes for many years. PSE&G offers an extended labor warranty on 8, 10, and 12-year water heaters.
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Replace your water heater for $50 less.
Choosing the Right Water Heater
Water heaters account for about 15% of an average home's energy bill. The size of your water heater depends on the number of people in your house.
Gas Water Heaters| Total number of people in the house: | Gallon Capacity Needed |
| 4 or fewer | 30 Gallon |
| 5 - 7 | 40 Gallon |
| 8 - 9 | 50 Gallon |
| 10 - 12 | 75 Gallon |
| Total number of people in the house: | Gallon Capacity Needed |
| 4 or fewer | 40 Gallon |
| 5 - 6 | 50 Gallon |
| 7 - 8 | 66 Gallon |
| 9 - 10 | 80 Gallon |
| 10 - 12 | 120 Gallon |
Types of Water Heaters
Standard: Traditional water heaters store and preheat 30 - 75 gallons in a tank. A shower, laundry, or dishwater uses the preheated water. The cycle repeats when the tank refills automatically with new water which the system heats. They cost less to buy, but may be more to run and may wear out sooner.Tankless: These systems heat water on demand instead of storing it in the tank. They help conserve gas, take up less space, and last 5 - 10 years longer than traditional tank heaters. However, they typically are more expensive than a traditional standard water heater to install and may require upgrades to your natureal gas line and venting system.
Know When to Replace a Water Heater
Water heaters that are 10 years old or older are usually nearing the end of their lifespan. If your water heater leaks or you run out of hot water more quickly than you expect, your water heater may need replacing. Other signs of failure include slow recovery to re-heat water, noisy operation, calcium buildup, or no hot water.
A water heater's longevity depends on various factors including water quality and the water heater itself. An average lifespan of a standard water heater is 10 - 12 years.
Our WorryFree Process Warms Up Your Water in No Time
Start the replacement process by calling 1-800-539-7734 24/7 to speak to one of our on-call water heater experts live. When you call us by 1 p.m. Monday through Saturday, we can schedule most installations that same day.
Please note: PSE&G does not replace mobile home water heaters. Those water heaters require special equipment. We recommend contracting a plumber that specializes in that type of installation.
