Comment: After 3 failed repairs on my water heater. Sears has agreed to replace it and has scheduled an appointment for this upcoming Monday (June 4). I haven't been pleased with the service from Sears and am looking for quotes (total cost including permits, taxes, etc.) of installing a water heater (Kenmore Model #33115) in my basement on a concrete floor.
Comment: Presently we have a 50 gal electric hot water heater that is as old as the home, approx 23 years old. It's working, but appears to be leaking at the bottom. I figure it's time to replace. We have a family of 6 and would like to go to an 80 gal tank. I've seen some of the U.S. xxxxxmaster models with the smart energy option. Would like to discus the cost of having one of these installed with a drain pan. Tank is a few feet from my sump pump pit.