Are John Wood Water Heaters any good?
Are John Wood Water Heaters any good?
For those who would like to buy energy-efficient and Energy Star-approved water heaters, John Wood has it. Most of the Energy Star models come with an energy factor of 0.67, while ultra-efficient ones are designed with a thermal efficiency of up to 96%.
How do you tell the age of John Wood water heater?
This can be determined by looking at the first four numbers, ignoring any letter that may start the serial number. The first two numbers represent the year the heater was built. If your heater was built before 2008, the next two numbers represent the month.
How can you tell how old a GSW is?
The first two numbers in the serial number are the year of manufacture, and the third and fourth numbers are the month for GSW water heaters.
Who makes John Wood?
John Wood was founded in Canada over 150 years ago as a tinware and farm implements company. John Wood was part of GSW, Inc., which manufactured water heaters in its Fergus, Ontario plant under the GSW and John Wood brand names. GSW, Inc. was acquired in 2006 by A.O.
How long is the warranty on a John Wood water heater?
All GSW and John Wood® Water Heaters will be replaced free of charge in the case of tank leakage within the stated warranty period from the date of installation in domestic applications, and one year in commercial applications. All parts supplied are warranted for one year. Warranty does not include labour.
How long is John Wood warranty?
John Wood/ GSW John Wood water heaters start with a letter that reveals how long the warranty against leakage is. P = 3 years, R = 5 years, S = 6 years, T = 7 years, U = 8 years, V = 9 years, W = 10 years, and Y = 12 years. Following the first letter will be four numbers that refer to the date of manufacture.
How do you read a GSW serial number?
GSW serial numbers contain a lot of information, including when the heater was manufactured. This can be determined by looking at the first four numbers, ignoring any letter that may start the serial number. The first two numbers represent the year the heater was built.
How long does a hot water tank last?
between 6 and 13 years
It would be nice to know when the time is right to replace your water before it springs a leak and causes an inconvenience or worse yet, damage to your home. Typically a residential hot water heater lasts between 6 and 13 years. Beyond 12 years, you are on borrowed time!