Hybrid Water Heaters

Rheem first introduced hybrid water heaters in 2009, with the combined technology of tankless and traditional heaters. The difference lies in the energy efficiencies. Hybrid water heaters are the Prius of the water-heating world.

Most hybrid heaters use multiple passes of the heat and water to warm up efficiently. The water flows around several pipes for quick heating. Hybrid heaters also have a reservoir to hold some water at all times.

Although, hybrid heaters are priced a good amount higher the money saved in electric and gas bills benefits you in the long run. They are also government certified with Energy Star and often have feature government rebates.