Electric water heaters are an important appliance in homes and apartments. As these appliances are the main source of hot water in the home, you want to get a quality electric water heater. Choose a supplier that will not only provide you with the best brands in the industry, but also give you a good deal on your order. This saves your company time and money right from the start.

There are many different styles of water heaters, but electric water heaters are most often the standard. And you no longer have to use the same old electric water heater that has been standard in homes for decades. A tankless electric water heater can save money and space in a home or apartment. A tankless heater is also more efficient, because it only heats water as it's needed, instead of storing up gallons of hot water at a time.

When choosing an electric water heater supplier, you will want to consider:

1. The price per unit.

2. What types of electric water heaters a supplier offers.

3. Any deals that you can get on price or shipping costs.

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Find electric water heater suppliers that offer free shipping

There are many electric water heater suppliers that offer free shipping for orders that are over a certain total price. Contractors who need to buy a large number of electric water heaters will benefit from this deal.

I recommend: Westside Wholesale and Pro Water Heaters are both suppliers that offer free shipping on large orders.

Choose a trusted brand in electric water heaters

There are many water heater brands on the market. But if you want to get a quality heater, purchase a brand that you know, and one you can trust.

I recommend: Rheem and Bosch are two companies that have been in the water heating business for years. Their products will often last longer than lesser known brands. In addition, these companies carry good warranty policies to guarantee their products.

Consider tankless electric water heaters for tight spaces

As homes get bigger, the spaces alloted to holding water heaters get smaller. A tankless water heater can help to eliminate wasted space. It only takes up about a quarter of the space and heats water more efficiently.

I recommend: Stiebel Eltron makes a full line of tankless electric water heaters, starting with a mini model designed for restrooms or kitchenettes in commercial buildings. See Eemax for a similar range of products.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Electric water heaters are the standard for most builders. But if you are replacing water heaters that have an existing gas line running to the area, you must make a judgment as to whether you should switch from gas to electric or vice versa.