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Water Heater Buying Guides
A.O. Smith water heaters are designed to meet the needs of millions of customers, including multifamily apartment properties and commercial facilities. Let us help you find the right water heater for your apartment complex, hotel, healthcare facility, or commercial property.
Electric Water Heaters
Residential Electric Tank Water Heaters
The A.O. Smith ProMax® residential electric water heater is a great choice for reliable hot water output. Each ProMax® electric water heater comes standard with the DynaClean™ diffuser dip tube — featuring water jets that redirect incoming cold water into the tank, creating turbulence, which helps reduce lime build-up. A heavy-duty brass drain valve is standard on all A.O. Smith electric water heater models. Also, the Coregard™ anode helps protect the tank from the corrosive effects of water, and has a standard 6-year limited warranty.
Residential electric water heaters are common in commercial properties.
HD supply offers electric water heaters in two configurations:
- Lowboy for tight installation
- Tall for locations where there is more space
All electric water heaters have top water connections, however, the location of the Temperature & Pressure (T&P) Relief valve varies by model. Lowboy configurations have top T&P valves. Tall configurations have side T&P valves. If you need a different configuration contact our Special Orders department — we will find the model you need.
Light Duty Commercial Electric Tank Water Heaters
The A.O. Smith Dura-Power™ DEN and DEL
The DEN (standard upright) and DEL (lowboy) series is available with tank capacities from 6 through 119-gallons. They can be installed for non-simultaneous and single element operation (maximum input up to 6 KW), or for simultaneous dual-element operation (maximum input up to 12 KW). A.O. Smith commercial electric water heaters come with a 3-year limited tank warranty.
Medium Duty Commercial Electric Tank Water Heaters
The A.O. Smith DRE Gold series is available with 50, 80, and 119 gallon storage tanks, and with input choices ranging from 6 kW to 54 kW. They can be used as recovery heaters for hot water supply service or as boosters for supplying sanitizing rinse water for dishwashing. A.O. Smith commercial electric water heaters come with a 3-year limited tank warranty.
Gas Water Heaters
Residential Gas Tank Water Heaters
The A.O. Smith ProMax® residential gas water heater is a great choice for reliable hot water output. Each ProMax® electric water heater comes standard with the DynaClean™ diffuser dip tube featuring water jets that redirect incoming cold water into the tank, creating turbulence, which helps reduce lime build-up. A heavy-duty brass drain valve is standard on all A.O. Smith gas water heater models.
Self-powered electronic gas valves use a thermopile to generate the power needed to operate the on-board electronics without requiring an external power source. You get built-in diagnostics, using an LED status indicator that monitors system operation and service diagnostics. Also, the Coregard™ anode helps protect the tank from the corrosive effects of water, and has a 6-year limited warranty.
HD Supply offers gas water heaters in two configurations:
- Short for tight installation
- Tall for locations where there is more height available
All gas water heaters have top water connections, however, the location of the Temperature & Pressure (T&P) Relief valve is on the unit side. If you need a different configuration contact our Special Orders department. We can find the model you need.
Specialty Residential Gas Tank Water Heaters
Specialty residential gas water heaters are common in newer commercial properties. HD Supply offers direct-vent water heaters, power-vent water heaters, and power direct-vent water heaters. All specialty gas water heaters have top water connections and come standard with side T&P valves. HD Supply offers configurations with side water connections that allow for easy installation into a hydronic heating application. If your application requires a different configuration of the T&P valve please contact our Special Orders department.
Standard Commercial Gas Tank Water Heater
The A.O. Smith Master-Fit® and Master-Fit® Plus water heater models provide excellent performance across multiple applications and environments. These models are available in standard draft or induced draft configurations for maximum flexibility and performance. A.O. Smith commercial gas water heaters are available in gallon ranges from 65-100 gallons, and with input choices ranging from 120,000 to 500,000.
High Efficient Commercial Gas Tank Water Heater
The A.O. Smith Cyclone® water heater models deliver extraordinary hot water delivery and dollar-savings with models up to 98% efficient. Four units can be manifolded to provide total storage of 520 gallons and total input of 2M BTU—ideal hot water solutions for mid-sized restaurants and 50,300 room hotels. The Cyclone commercial gas water heater is designed to fit in corners and flush against the wall for maximum installation flexibility.
Tankless Water Heaters
Tankless water heaters provide endless hot water in one of the most energy-efficient ways possible. The water heats as it passes through the unit. Indoor and outdoor designs take up less space and allow for additional storage and flexibility. HD Supply offers electric and gas heating options.
Point-Of-Use Water Heaters
Point-of-use water heaters boost your main hot water supply by providing hot water right where you need it, saving water and energy. The amount of hot water that comes from a point-of-use water heater depends on the size of the unit and the temperature settings. Smaller units are often installed under a sink or on a wall; larger models can be hidden away in a closet or cabinet close to the faucet. Point-of-use water heaters are usually a great option for offices, hospitals, restaurants, and hotels. HD Supply offers electric and gas point-of-use water heaters as well as water heater repair parts you need.
Choosing a Point-of-Use Water Heater
To select the right point-of-use hot water heater consider:
- Need — How much hot water is needed and how will the point-of-use water heater be used? Will it replace or supplement a central hot water system? This can help you decide the size and whether you need a single or multiple point-of-use water heaters.
- Location — Where you install the water heater and the available power supply will decide the type of unit.