Water Heater Installation

A Water Heater is a device designed to heat the water used throughout the home—for showers, sinks, laundry, kitchens, and more. It plays a key role in providing daily comfort, especially during colder months

Choosing the efficient Water Heater for your home

The technical staff at Air Carolinas will help you choose the right solution for your home. To do this, you’ll need to consider the number of people living in your home, the space available for the water heater, your budget, and your monthly energy costs (electricity or natural gas).

The two types of Water Heater that are most in demand by American families are the Tanked Water Heather and the Tankless Water Heater.

Tanked Water Heater

Stores and maintains hot water in a tank.

Capacity limited by tank size (30-80 gallons).

Takes up more space.

Higher energy consumption, keeps hot water all day.

Lower initial cost.

Average lifespan: 8 to 12 years.

Preheats stored water.

Limited multiple uses if the tank runs out of hot water.

Requires periodic flushing to remove sediment.

Ideal for families with regular routines and a tight budget.

Tankless Water Heater

Heats water only when needed (on demand).

Capacity unlimited as long as demand continues.

Compact design, ideal from smaller areas.

More eficient, only uses energy when water is in use.

Higher cost for unit and installation.

Average lifespan: 15-20 years.

Heats water instantly.

May struggle with simultaneous high demand (if undersized).

Needs regular filter cleaning and heat exchanger checks.

Homes seeking long term efficiency and endless hot water.

If you need more information, contact us to speak with a specialist.

Tanked Water Heater Rheem – Natural Gas

Capacities: 40 / 50 / 75 gallons
BTU Range: 34,000 – 76,000 BTU
Installed Price Range: $1,450 – $2,900 depending on capacity

Tanked Water Heater Rheem – Electric

Capacities: 40 / 50 / 55 gallons
Power Range: 4,500 – 5,500 watts
Installed Price Range: $1,450 – $2,500 depending on capacity

Tankless Water Heater Rheem – Natural Gas

Capacity Range: 6.8 – 9.5 GPM (gallons per minute)
BTU Range: 150,000 – 199,900 BTU
Installed Price Range: $2,800 – $5,200 depending on model and efficiency