Gas Water Heaters

A gas water heater heats a storage tank with a natural gas or liquid propane burner and vents its exhaust through a flue, so it recovers quickly after heavy use. Most homes replace like with like, so start with three things: the fuel (natural gas and propane models are different products), the tank size in gallons, and the height — short and tall versions of the same capacity fit different spaces. Then check the venting type, the first-hour rating, which tells you how much hot water the heater delivers in a busy hour, and the clearances around the unit. Have a licensed plumber make the gas and vent connections.

All Make Appliance lists 24 gas water heaters, all from GE. 4 of them are in stock right now, and every listing below shows its current availability. Free NJ/NY-metro delivery on orders over $499.