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  • How to Choose a Heat Pump System

    As cold as it gets outside, you’ll heat up the productivity indoors. Ruud has the most comprehensive, feature-loaded lineup in the heating industry. Our super-efficient technology provides savings on both gas and electricity. Whatever Ruud heating option you choose, you can depend on energy-saving, cost-effective, reliable performance for years to come. Are some heat pumps better than others? What should I know about SEER and HSPF? Are exterior features important? Are some brands quieter than…

  • Choosing a Furnace System

    These days, home owners search for all the value they can find in every household purchase they make. You’re probably no different. So when the time comes to replace a furnace in an existing central heating system, or to install a totally new system, you want equipment that minimizes costs and delivers dependable office comfort for your family – season after season. Here’s a look at some things to consider. What do good furnaces have in common? Which furnaces are energy efficient? Are some…

  • Why Ruud Water Heaters

    Rely on Ruud! Ruud Water Heating is the industry leader for total water heating solutions. In fact, Ruud is the brand with extensive product offerings covering conventional tank-type water heaters, tankless water heaters, solar water heating systems, replacement parts and accessories for all categories – making us a one-stop solutions provider. Ruud is synonymous with reliability. All Ruud water heaters meet and exceed rigorous industry standards for quality and reliability. From raw material…

  • How to size your water heater

    About Sizing Water Heaters Sizing is the technique that matches the capacity of the hot-water source to the needs of the homeowners. For tank water heaters, the key criterion is hot water storage capacity For tankless water heaters, the key criterion is hot water flow rate Incoming water temperature is a critical consideration, which varies by region and season. That is, a water heater in the North - either tank or tankless - will need a higher BTU input in the winter than the summer to heat and…

  • 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…