RealMAX Water Heaters Evolve with New Power Vent Gas Options

Distributors and installers understand that providing versatile and efficient solutions not only meets homeowners’ evolving desires, but also helps increase the bottom line for plumbing pros. GE Appliances Air & Water Solutions is excited to announce that our trusted RealMAX gas water heater series, known for maximum performance and capacity, is becoming more versatile with power vent options. Building on the proven success of the series, this addition provides a dependable, high-performance solution with even greater flexibility for clients.

Benefits of power vent water heaters

As home designs and consumer preferences evolve, power vent models offer flexibility and expanding market opportunities for distributors and installers. These models can be vented horizontally or through longer runs using inexpensive PVC or CPVC pipes, making them suitable for homes without traditional chimneys or vertical venting access. This allows for installations in basements, attics and areas far from exterior walls while also catering to modern home designs that lack chimneys.

In addition to installation flexibility, power vent models improve energy efficiency by reducing heat loss, appealing to eco-conscious consumers looking to lower energy bills. They also enhance safety by actively removing combustion gases, reducing risks such as backdrafting, which is attractive to safety-conscious buyers.

When to install a power vent gas water heater

By carrying power vent gas models, distributors and their customers can better address unique homeowner requirements, increase customer satisfaction and grow their business opportunities.

Here are some real-world applications where the availability of a power vent model might make or break a sale:

1. Limited space available

Power vent gas water heaters are ideal for homes where traditional venting methods are impractical due to space limitations or lack of vertical ventilation access. Their flexible venting options, including horizontal configurations, provide solutions for installations in basements, crawl spaces or other confined areas.

2. Energy efficiency requested

With their advanced exhaust systems, power vent models ensure efficient removal of combustion gases, resulting in better energy efficiency and lower utility costs. Homeowners increasingly value energy-saving solutions, and offering these models can meet this demand.

3. Installation challenges

Power vent gas models simplify installations in situations where traditional atmospheric venting systems might require significant retrofitting or added labor. This efficiency saves time for installers and reduces costs for homeowners.

4. Strict regulatory standards

Many regions have stricter regulations on venting or energy efficiency, making power vent models a necessity to comply. Offering these models allows the product line to remain competitive in regulated markets.

Should you carry a RealMAX power vent gas option?

With power vent water heaters, distributors and installers can differentiate themselves from competitors by providing a wider range of solutions that cater to various needs, building reliable, long-term relationships with their customers.

Power vent units are a great way to accomplish this while receiving all the benefits of the RealMAX water heating line:

• Real capacity: What you see on the tank is what you get inside (Compared to steel tank water heaters per DOE rated gallon capacity.)

• Maximum performance: A best-in-class unit delivers an industry-leading First Hour Rating

• Smart Shield: Monitors the surrounding air and automatically shuts off the unit if abnormal temperatures or the presence of flammable vapors are detected

• Self-Diagnostic: Monitors and reports on gas system status via an LED status light indicator

• Made in America: Manufactured at the GE Water Heating Center of Excellence in Camden, South Carolina

For product specifications and more, explore available power vent models