To take the self test simply add the score from all the questions below. A total of 1-5 indicates repair, 10-15 recommends replacement. A score of 5-10 is determined by additional factors such as Growing Family Need, Guarantees, Energy Savings, Peace of Mind and Future Repair Costs.
Age of the Water Heater
Years |
1-4 |
5-8 |
9-13 |
14+ |
Score |
0 |
4 |
8 |
10 |
How often do you run out of hot water
Freq. |
Seldom |
Sometimes |
Often |
Always |
Score |
1 |
2 |
3 |
10 |
How long will you live in the home
Years |
1-3 |
4-6 |
7-9 |
10+ |
Score |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
Current cost of repair
Dollars |
0-$99 |
$100-$199 |
$200-$269 |
$270+ |
Score |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
Rust Corrosion
Freq. |
Light |
Moderate |
Extreme |
Score |
1 |
2 |
3 |