There’s a new type of water heater on the market, and you need to know what people are saying about them before deciding to buy one for yourself. They are the new FVIR gas water heaters; where “FVIR” stands for Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistant. There’s several reviews from customers that have purchased these very units; countless reviews exposing the good, the bad, and the horrifying consequences of their purchase decision.

Continue reading to learn more about FVIR gas water heaters, the warnings that come with them, and real-life customer reviews.

Product and Service Information

FVIR technology is meant to make certain appliances (in this case, water heaters) fire resistant. In fact, 11 years ago all water heaters models were re-designed to have this FVIR capability. Water heater prices have exceeded many customer budgets since then, even though many are not reliable units. When shopping for a new water heater, it is strongly encouraged to choose a make and mode that rarely needs repairs, has parts that are easy to find, and is simple to maintenance.

Master plumber, Mark Weilhammer, shares his opinion on a few of the most popular gas water heaters on the market today:

Bradford White

Grade = A+
Rating = Trouble-Free, Common-Sense Design, Reliable, Easy to Service

Rheem Hot Water Heaters

Grade = A++
Rating = Safe, Long-Lasting, Reliable System, Easy to Use, and Simple to Service

Richmond & GE

Grade = C
Rating = Warranty Issues, Defective Units, Poor Providers

A.O. Smith, Kenmore, Lochinvar, State, & Sears

Grade = D+
Rating = Lint Filter Needs Constantly Cleaned, Poor FVIR Design, Warranty Issues, Defective Units, Poor Providers

Whirlpool

Grade = F-
Rating = Warranty is Void if Lint Filter is Not Cleaned Every 3 Months, Bad Warranties, Defective Units, Difficult Parts Replacement, and CLASS ACTION LAWSUITS

**IN MY OPINION, Whirlpool water heaters are the WORST available units on the market today. Although American-made, they break down constantly and come with poor warranties. And all you Do-It-Yourselfers out there, forget about doing your own repairs. Several people have accidentally broken the internal gas lines, causing explosions, fires, and floods. Save yourself loads of time, money, and frustration by NOT purchasing a Whirlpool brand hot water heater!**

Customer Review #1
Customer Review #2

American Water Heater

Grade = F
Rating = Poor Customer Support, Non-Transferable Warranties, Void Warranty if Lint Filter is Not Cleaned Every 3 Months, Defective Parts, Bad Customer Reviews

Customer Review #1

Check Out these Outrageous Home Depot and Sears WATER HEATER REVIEWS for More Insight:

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Information Provided By Mark Weilhammer, Master Plumber and Owner of Weilhammer Plumbing Company in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Weilhammer Plumbing Company – Indianapolis, IN

Call Weilhammer Plumbing Co. Inc. at 317-714-0759 for professional water heater repair in Indianapolis, Indiana you can trust. We are highly trained, licensed, and insured master plumbers with decades of experience in the water heater service industry. Owner, Mark Weilhammer, and his team of master plumbing contractors provide a wide-range of water heater repair services for residential and commercial properties. We offer free estimates, unit and product sales, exceptional customer support, emergency water heater repair services, and much more! Call 317-714-0759 to learn more about gas water heater service and repair in Indianapolis, IN today.