Residential Electric Water Heaters
Reliance’s line of electric water heaters consists of over 85 different models. From ENERGY STAR® certified to economical standard efficiency, Reliance has the electric water heater for your home.
Federal Tax Credits & Local Utility Rebates
Get up to $2,000 in federal tax credits, plus up to $1,600 in local utility rebates may be in your area when you upgrade to a Smart Heat Pump Water Heater!
Local utility rebates available in limited geographical areas. For information on the Federal Tax Credit, go to: energystar.gov. Check with your tax advisor for applicability. Offer details and expiration may vary. See Rebate Center for details.
Benefits of Electric Water Heaters
No Venting Required
Reliance electric units do not require venting to operate, saving space in your home along with initial installation costs.
Easy Installation
Electric water heaters are quick and easy to install for any home when replacing a similar model with the same electric power needs. Reliance recommends consulting a professional installer for a speedy and proper installation.
Long Lasting
Reliance electric water heaters are built to last with limited warranties that range in various lengths of time to help ensure that your home has hot water for many years.
What Our Customers Are Saying
- 6-year limited tank & parts warranty, 1-year labor warranty
- Electronic User Interface—Set to Standard or Vacation modes to maximize efficiency
- Delivers a first hour rating of 53 gallons at a Uniform Energy Factor of 0.92
“Performs extremely well and constructed solidly for long service, very happy I was able to locate this Brand!!"
- ENERGY STAR® certified with a UEF of 3.88
- Delivers up to 40% more hot water with Hot Water+ flexible option settings*
- 10-Year Limited Warranty
“We needed to replace our old water heater, and knew that A. O. Smith has a quality unit at a reasonable price!"
- Available in 14kW - 32kW
- Anti-Scale Technology extends heater life
- Dry-Fire protection—guards against element failure
“Love having extra space where our closet used to be!"
- 6-year limited tank & parts warranty, 1-year labor warranty
- Electronic User Interface—Set to Standard or Vacation modes to maximize efficiency
- Delivers a first hour rating of 75 gallons and a Uniform Energy Factor of 0.94
“...This product heats very well in efficiency mode and I haven't had to use the electric mode yet even when we hosted 3 house guests and had a higher hot water demand.�?
Water Heater Selector Quiz
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Reliance water heaters are sold at numerous retail store locations find the one closest to you.
How it Works
Reliance electric water heaters heat water using one or two electric heating elements. When a hot water fixture is opened, hot water flows out of the water heating unit and through hot water lines in the home. Depending on the unit, the water is either pre-heated using heating elements inside a tank to maintain a set temperature so it’s ready for use or is heated quickly on demand with a tankless unit to save energy.
Electric tank water heaters include a thermostat, a temperature and pressure relief valve, and a drain valve. All of these components are needed to monitor the hot water and ensure efficient, reliable, and safe operation.
Electric tankless water heaters assist in reducing the energy consumption within your home by not having to heat water in storage tanks that goes unused. When sized appropriately, a constant supply of hot water is delivered to your home with ease when you need it. They can be easily installed in places where tank water heaters can’t go, including closets and bathrooms.
Still Have Questions?
Both electric and gas water heaters have their benefits. Reliance has energy-efficient electric and gas water heaters available to fit your needs. In most cases, the energy that powers a water heater will come from the energy source that the home or building is already equipped with. If a home doesn’t have a gas line at all, then the homeowner is not likely to run a new gas line because of the expense associated with doing so. Alternatively, if a home is already configured with gas lines to provide energy to a water heater, then the likelihood of switching to electric is much less.
Reliance electric water heaters have limited warranties that range 5-10 years, although this can be affected by usage. Mineral deposits or buildup from hard water can cause increased wear, for example. To help your electric water heater last longer, flush, clean and inspect it regularly for issues.
Find Your Neighborhood Retail Store Location
For more than 40 years, Reliance Water Heaters has been committed to delivering dependable water heaters. Order from a trusted retailer near you.
Compare the difference!
Standard Electric Tank vs. Heat Pump Water Heater
Standard Electric Tank Water Heaters
- Hot Water Storage Supply
- 0.62 UEF
Heat Pump Water Heaters
- Hot Water Storage Supply
- 3.45 UEF
- Anti-Leak Technology
- iCOMM Smart Connectivity
- Energy Star® Certified
- Save an average of $600 annually on energy cost when upgrading from standard electric
- Savings up to $3,600 in federal & local incentives may be available in your area: View Rebate Center
Featured Products
- ENERGY STAR® certified with a UEF of 3.45
- 10-year limited tank & parts warranty, 1-year labor warranty
- 82-gallon First Hour Recovery rating for maximum hot water delivery
- ENERGY STAR® certified with a UEF of 3.88
- Delivers up to 40% more hot water with Hot Water+ flexible option settings*
- 10-Year Limited Warranty
- 12-year limited tank & parts warranty, 1-year labor warranty
- Leak Detection—Smart technology immediately alerts you of a leak
- Automatic Water Shut Off Valve—Automatically shuts off water supply when a leak is detected
- Available in 14kW - 32kW
- Anti-Scale Technology extends heater life
- Dry-Fire protection—guards against element failure
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Reliance is sold at numerous retail locations throughout the U.S.
Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Tank Water Heaters
Reliance’s hybrid electric heat pumps are ENERGY STAR® certified, using heat from the surrounding air to heat your water minimizing operating costs and maximizing savings.
Standard Electric Tank Water Heaters
Discover what model is right for your home. Compare energy efficiency, warranty length, and more.
Point-of-Use Electric Water Heaters
Reliance’s Combi Boilers save space and money by providing space heating and hot water from one unit.
Not sure which water heater is right for you?
Find Your Neighborhood Retail Store Location
For more than 40 years, Reliance Water Heaters has been committed to delivering dependable water heaters. Order from a trusted retailer near you.