Are GSW water heaters good?
Across Canada, GSW water heaters are recognized for their excellent value, efficiency and reliability. We’ve earned the trust and loyalty of Canadians by continuing to provide safer, more dependable electric and gas water heaters.
Who makes GSW hot water heaters?
A.O. Smith Corporation
GSW manufactures gas and electric tank-style and tankless water heaters for the Canadian market. GSW is a subsidiary of A.O. Smith Corporation, which had worldwide sales of approximately $3 billion in 2017.
Are GSW water heaters glass lined?
Standard GSW brand electric water heaters are easy to install and can be located almost anywhere in your home. The tank is glass-lined to provide superior protection against the corrosive effects of hot water and a replaceable anode rod adds additional tank protection.
How old is my GSW electric water heater?
This can be determined by looking at the first four numbers, ignoring any letter that may start the serial number. The first two numbers represent the year the heater was built. If your heater was built before 2008, the next two numbers represent the month.
How long do GSW water heaters last?
between 8 to 12 years
A properly installed and high-quality hot water tank will last between 8 to 12 years. Like everything else, time and consistent use will wear down the tank.
How often should you replace your hot water heater?
— The majority of water heaters last between eight and ten years. While ten is the age at which heater replacement is generally recommended, the actual need to replace a heater could arise before or after this timeline.
How tall is a 40 gallon electric water heater?
61.25″
Smith® 40-Gallon Tall Electric Water Heater 18″D x 61-1/4″ H | HD Supply….About this item.
| Assembled Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Product Depth | 18″ |
| Product Height | 61.25″ |
| Product Weight | 118 Lb |
| Product Width | 18″ |
How do you know if your hot water heater is not working?
A water heater that produces no hot water may not be getting power, may have a tripped limit switch, or may have one or more failed heating elements. First, check the water heater’s circuit breaker in the service panel to make sure it hasn’t tripped. If the breaker has tripped, switch it off, then switch it back on.