Bradford White water heaters are sold through plumbing professionals only. Please contact your local plumbing pro for Bradford White product and installation pricing and to get help on which model is best for your home. Need a pro? Find one here. Here are some of the many great reasons to choose Bradford White.The estimated yearly cost is determined by a number based on national averages obtained by the Department of Energy. This information is located on the yellow Energy Guide Label on your water heater. For more details about your Bradford White water heater, visit the My Water Heater Information page.Thermal efficiency is the amount of energy delivered as heated water compared to the energy consumed. The higher the efficiency, the more hot water is delivered for the amount of energy consumed. High-efficiency models can save you on energy costs. Models that meet certain efficiency levels earn the ENERGY STAR^® certification. Venting should be done in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines and to state and local codes and regulations. That’s why we strongly recommend you have a plumbing professional install your Bradford White water heater. They can ensure the proper, safe installation for years of reliable performance. Need a pro? Find one here.That information can be found in the water heater’s Installation/Operation manual. You can get that documentation here. Your plumbing pro can assess your household needs and installation requirements and suggest the right model for your home. We have options designed to meet most installation challenges without sacrificing safety or performance. Need a pro? Find one here.Vitraglas^® is an enamel lining and coating uniquely formulated and applied to the water heater to keep harmful corrosive elements from reaching the steel of the tank and other components. This tank lining also features Microban^® antimicrobial product protection to help prevent the growth of bacteria, mold and mildew on its surface. This exclusive, superior protection greatly extends the lifespan of our water heaters. It’s another great reason why you should choose Bradford White.Some of our water heaters are “combination” models that have the capability of water heating and space heating. Visit the My Water Heater Information page to find the documentation on your model to see what capabilities it has. You’ll need to know your model number – there are instructions for helping you locate your model number on the page as well. If you need a home heating solution, see what Bradford White has to offer.It is a valve that blends hot water with cold water to ensure consistent outgoing water temperatures. Additionally, a mixing valve can potentially increase the estimated usable storage of your tank-type water heater so you end up with more hot water. Looking for a new water heater? Here’s why you should choose Bradford White.Many of our gas and electric models are designed to fit into limited space. Your plumbing professional can assess your household needs and installation requirements and suggest the right model for your home. We have options designed to meet most installation challenges without sacrificing safety or performance. Need a pro? Find one here.In general water heaters are not self-cleaning. Our Hydrojet^® Total Performance System helps reduce harmful sediment build-up by the turbulent introduction of cold water into the tank. While this greatly improves tank longevity and helps maintain overall performance, it does not replace the need to periodically drain your tank. We recommend you ask your plumbing professional about routine maintenance on your water heater including draining the tank. Recommended maintenance is listed in the service manual provided with your water heater. You can find the documentation and other information for your Bradford White water heater here. Need a Pro to service your water heater? Find one here.