A.O. Smith Promax 40 gallon (GCV 40) Leaking

[Milanomike]

Hi,

I had a Smith hot water heater went like 15 years, no complaints, the "new" is not quite 3 years old and leaking. Yeah, it's under warranty, so I guess I'll get a new unit (hopefully without too much hassle). After searching around, I see a lot of complaints, though not about leaking for Smith units. Did I just get unlucky or are these things no better than the big box store units.

Thanks for any input.

Mike

 

[Dj2]

These days, buying a water heater is like going to Vegas.

 

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[Milanomike]

Ha, sorry to hear that, but thanks for the input. Since I will supposedly get this replaced, of course I have to install, I guess I'll see if my luck improves. Thanks for the input

 

[JerryR]

These days, buying a water heater is like going to Vegas.

These are the exact same words used by a friend who was a long time owner of a large family owned plumbing supply house in the NY area. According to him the problem was not brand specific.

JR