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  • Federal Tax Credit

    Federal Tax Credits Important Information regarding the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 can be found here. The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, retroactively extended the existing 25C tax credit to January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022) The U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is now providing Consumers with a tax credit on high-efficiency heating and cooling equipment. The Ruud® Air Conditioning Division of Rheem Sales Company, Inc. certifies that…

  • Parts Catalog

    The Parts Catalog is a complete reference to authorized replacement parts. To order factory authorized replacement parts please call us toll free. (800) 621-5622. Download the full parts catalog along with a parts cross reference guide Parts Catalog 2009 - Contractor's Reference

  • How Tank Water Heaters Work

    About Tank Water Heaters The most common way to heat water in the United States is with a tank-style water heater. Tank water heater units heat water even when not in use, to compensate for standby heat loss. Insulation between the storage tank and the outer jacket slows this heat loss, but cannot eliminate it entirely. To maintain a preset water temperature, the water heater must cycle on periodically, even when there is no demand for hot water. Tank water heaters generally have about 70% usabl…

  • Homeowners

    Water Heating Solutions for Home Owners The name says it all! Ruud is recognized by homeowners as the most reliable brand of water heaters, and home buyers identify product quality with the Ruud name. Our ongoing commitment is to provide the best quality products and services in the industry! Got a question about water heaters? Check our Home FAQ You can also call Ruud's Help Line at 1-800-432-8373 How to select a water heater Know the necessary fuel type – electric, natural gas, or propa…

  • Water Heating FAQs

    Water Heating Frequently Asked Questions If you’ve got a water heater question regarding any of our Ruud reliable water heating products then you’re in the right spot. Of course, if you don’t find an answer to your question below then please feel free to reach out to us via our contact page, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. We also have a comprehensive frequently asked questions page dedicated entirely to our tankless water heaters if your question deals specifically with t…