Residential Gas Water Heaters
American offers a variety of natural and propane gas water heaters for all types of residential homes.
Benefits of Gas Water Heaters
Easy Installation
American gas water heaters are consumer friendly since they are easy to install, and offer different venting options. This ensures there's a water heater fit for every home. American strongly recommends that you consult a professional installer.
Energy Efficient
American water heaters offer many energy-efficient options, which is why we have a wide range of different BTU's. Ensuring every home achieves maximum energy efficiency.
Long Lasting
American gas water heaters are built to last with limited warranties that range from 6 to 10 years to ensure that your home has hot water for years to come.
Rebates & Tax Credits
*Gas water heaters with UEF of 0.82 or higher OR with a thermal efficiency of at least 90%. Local utility rebates available in limited geographical areas. For information on the Federal Tax Credit, go to: energystar.gov. Check with your tax advisor for applicability. Offer details and expiration may vary. See Rebate Center for details.
What Our Customers Are Saying
- ENERGY STAR® Certified
- 118-gallon first hour rating
- 8-Year Warranty
“I had this water heater installed a month ago. It has exceeded my expectations"
- Touchscreen display for temperature control & diagnostics
- Condensing Design—Up to 96% thermal efficiency
- 10-year warranty
“I love not having to worry about running out of hot water."
- ENERGY STAR® certified with a UEF of 0.95
- 180,000 BTU input
- 15-year warranty
“Very efficient and quiet, fast heating and distribution of hot water with various temperature settings to choose from on the thermostat"
- ENERGY STAR® certified
- 160,000 BTU input
- 15-year warranty
“...It performs flawlessly, steadily, and without complaint. Very reliable product from a company with a long history of reliability and performance when you need it most"
How Gas Tank and Tankless Work
Gas water heaters heat water by burning either natural gas or liquid propane. All models have a thermostat and gas control that let you set your preferred water temperature. When you turn on a hot water fixture, hot water flows out of the water heater and through the hot water lines in your home. Depending on the type of unit you have, the water is either stored in a tank and kept hot so it's ready when you need it, or it's heated instantly on demand with a tankless unit to save energy.
Gas tank and gas tankless water heaters create exhaust gases during the heating process. These exhaust gases must be vented outdoors for safety, and different styles of gas heaters have different venting requirements. A plumbing contractor can help you choose a water heater that fits your needs and works with the ventilation setup in your home.
Still Have Questions?
When choosing between electric and gas, first check what type of power your home has, since not all homes have natural gas hookups. Gas water heaters can cost more upfront because of gas pipe configuration and venting requirements, but natural gas is often cheaper than electricity in many regions, which means lower monthly operating costs over time.
Gas water heaters heat water fast by using combustion to generate heat. They also have a higher recovery rate, which means they can refill a tank with hot water quickly.
Yes, gas water heaters must be vented outdoors to safely release combustion fumes from burning natural gas or liquid propane. Several venting options are available depending on your water heater model and home configuration, including atmospheric ventilation, direct ventilation, and power ventilation. Learn more about venting configurations.
Water heaters near the end of their life often show signs like rust-colored water from corrosion, cloudy water from sediment buildup, or reduced performance like longer heating times or water that isn't as hot as usual. While some issues can be fixed, it's often more cost-effective to replace an aging water heater that's having ongoing problems rather than risk it suddenly failing.
Gas tank water heaters have limited warranties ranging from 6 to 10 years, while gas tankless water heaters have 15-year limited warranties. How long your water heater lasts depends on how often you use it, your groundwater quality, and how regularly you maintain it.
Gas Tank vs. Gas Tankless
Take a closer look at the advantages of each type of water heater.
Gas Tank Water Heaters
- Low initial investment
- Energy-efficient options
- Easy installation
- Wide range of tank sizes from 30 to 95 gallons
- Hot water storage supply
Gas Tankless Water Heaters
- Continuous hot water
- Energy efficient
- Space savings
- Environmentally friendly
- X3® Scale Prevention Technology
The Adapt™ Gas Tankless Family
Adapt™ NC (Non-Condensing)
Hot water only when needed with on-demand tankless
Zero yearly descaling with integrated X3® Scale Prevention Technology
Copper Heat Exchanger
Adapt™ SC (Standard Condensing)
Hot water only when needed with on-demand tankless
Zero yearly descaling with integrated X3® Scale Prevention Technology
Dual copper & stainless steel heat exchangers
ENERGY STAR® Certified with up to .95 UEF
Save on installation with rebates & tax incentives
Adapt™+ Premium Condensing
Hot water only when needed with on-demand tankless
Zero yearly descaling with integrated X3® Scale Prevention Technology
Single heavy-duty stainless steel heat exchanger
ENERGY STAR® Certified with up to .95 UEF
Save on installation with rebates & tax incentives
Instant hot water with integrated recirculation pump
Featured Products
- User-Friendly Electronic Gas Control
- Utilizes outside air, preventing insufficient ventilation
- 6-year warranty
- ENERGY STAR® certified
- 160,000 BTU input
- 15-year warranty
- ENERGY STAR® Certified
- 150-gallon first hour rating
- 8-Year Warranty
- ENERGY STAR® certified with a UEF of 0.95
- 180,000 BTU input
- 15-year warranty
Never descale again. EVER.
Our Gas Tankless Water Heaters with X3® Scale Prevention Technology require no scale related maintenance, and offer three times longer life compared to standard tankless.
Why American Water Heaters?
American Water Heaters is one of the nation’s largest manufacturers of water heaters. American is proud to offer a full line of residential and commercial, gas and electric water heaters to meet the needs of the plumbing professional.
American’s dedication to research, development, and sound engineering principles ensure the consistent performance and reliability of our water heating products. Quality and durability you can rely on—year after year.
American is committed to being a reliable partner by providing well-built products and superior customer service, offering customers unmatched product support.
Learn more about how you can partner with American Water Heaters.