High Efficiency Water Heaters From A. O. Smith Eligible for Tax Credit

Consumers Can Save Money While Helping The Environment

ASHLAND CITY, Tenn., Feb. 6 /PRNewswire/ — Saving money on utility bills is a top priority for many homeowners. By installing high efficiency water heaters, homeowners can do so in an environmentally sound way. Due to a recent reintroduction of the residential tax credits for energy-efficient improvements, a number of A. O. Smith high efficiency water heater models are now eligible for a $300 tax credit.

“By encouraging the installation of high efficiency water heaters, the government is addressing a long-term energy conservation challenge while consumers begin to save immediately on their utility bills,” said David Chisolm, A. O. Smith water heater brand manager. “A. O. Smith established itself as an industry leader through a dedication to the development of the most technologically advanced products available and has a full line of water heaters eligible for this tax credit.” The A. O. Smith Vertex product line and the tankless products both qualify for this tax credit.

To qualify, units must be placed into service between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2009. For additional information, visit www.hotwater.com.

About A. O. Smith:

Headquartered in Ashland City, Tenn., A. O. Smith Water Products Company is a leading manufacturer and marketer of residential and commercial water heaters and hydronic boilers. A. O. Smith offers contractors an additional competitive advantage in that the company designs, builds, distributes and field supports the world’s broadest and deepest line of residential and commercial water heaters, as well as commercial boilers. This single-source concept simplifies ordering, installation and service and is backed by more than 70 years of research and innovation.

SOURCE A. O. Smith