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Water HeatersGet your energy bills out of hot water.
New Water Heater
From warm showers to clean dishes, we count on hot water. In fact, the average household spends $400–$600 per year on water heating — making it the second largest energy expenditure behind heating and cooling.
Get your energy bills out of hot water.
Most Americans have conventional water heaters that are barely more efficient than ones sold 20 years ago. Today's new ENERGY STAR qualified water heaters include smart design enhancements that offer significant improvements in efficiency — and performance. Depending on the technology you choose, you can cut your water heating costs in half!
Select the Water Heater that is right for you:
| Water Heater Type | Annual Savings |
| High-Efficiency Gas Storage | $30 |
| Gas Condensing | $110 |
| Whole-Home Gas Tankless | $115 |
| Solar | $220 |
| Heat Pump | $290 |
* Savings for average household of 2.6 people. |
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Don't get burned, plan ahead.
A water heater lasts about 10–15 years, and when it fails it can leave you with a big mess. When in a rush to replace, it's hard to evaluate options and consumers often end up with the least efficient choice. If you're one of the 27 million households with a water heater that's more than ten years old, consider replacing it with an ENERGY STAR qualified model before it fails. By acting early you have more control of your purchase and can start saving money right away.
Water Heater Types
Condensing Water Heater
Condensing Water Heaters
ENERGY STAR qualified gas condensing water heaters are blazing a new trail in water heating technology. Qualified models due out later in 2009 will utilize an enhanced design to cut water heating expenses by about 30%, while also delivering superior performance. If you have time to plan ahead, consider this exciting new technology for your next water heater purchase.
Heat Pump Water Heater
Heat Pump Water Heaters
ENERGY STAR qualified heat pump water heaters are revolutionizing the way we heat water. New models due out later in 2009 will utilize super-efficient technology to cut electric water heating costs by more than half! If you have time to plan ahead, consider this exciting new technology for your next water heater purchase.
High Efficiency
High Efficiency Water Heaters
ENERGY STAR qualified gas storage water heaters are an easy choice for energy savings, performance, and reliability. If you need to replace your current gas water heater, ask your installer for an ENERGY STAR qualified model today.
Solar Water Heater
Solar Water Heaters
Sunshine is free. Imagine using it to heat your water. ENERGY STAR qualified solar water heaters can cut your water heating bills in half and reduce your carbon footprint. Install a qualified solar water heater and start wearing your eco-consciousness on your roof! For more information on solar energy - click here.
Condensing Water Heater
Tankless Water Heaters
By heating water only when it's needed, ENERGY STAR qualified gas tankless water heaters cut water heating expenses by 30%, while also providing continuous hot water delivery. Gas tankless models are a great choice for new construction and major remodeling, but are also becoming popular as a replacement for gas storage water heaters. See if you should make your next water heater an ENERGY STAR qualified tankless model.
Water Heater IncentivesIncentives are only available for work performed by a licensed contractor such as one of those listed on this site.
Energy Trust Incentives
High-efficiency gas water heater
Conventional storage type: $35
Energy Factor must be 0.62 or better
Tankless type: $200
Energy Factor must be 0.80 or better
High-efficiency electric water heater
Conventional storage type: $35
Energy Factor must be 0.93 or better
Premium-efficiency conventional storage type: $75
Energy Factor must be 0.94 or better; minimum 20-year manufacturer’s warranty.
Solar water heating system
Receive up to $1,500 toward the installation of a gas or electric solar water heating system.
Tax Credits
Oregon Residential Energy Tax Credit: up to $340 for gas water heaters (depending on model efficiency level).
Water heater must meet Oregon tax credit criteria; see Oregon Department of Energy or your accountant for complete details. (There are currently no tax credits available for electric water heaters.)
Federal energy tax credit: 30 percent of cost, up to $1,500 (depending on model efficiency level). See rules and requirements. (There are currently no tax credits available for electric water heaters.)