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Performance 50 Gal. Tall 38,000 BTU Natural Gas Water Heater with 6-Year Warranty

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  • Perfect for replacement: Features a self-powered gas valve
  • 50-Gallon tank provides hot water for households with 3-5 people
  • Restricted in CA, UT, and CO – see disclaimer below
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About This Product

The Rheem Performance 50 Gal. Natural Gas Tall Water Heater comes with a 38,000 BTU/hour environmentally friendly low-NOx burner that provides ample hot water for households with 3-people to 5-people. The push button ignition system ensures safe and easy startup. Its maintenance free combustion air intake system means there are no filters to clean and replace. A premium grade anode rod provides long-lasting tank protection. Factory installed temperature and pressure relief valve and 3/4 in. water connections are included with the water heater for easy installation.

Highlights

  • California, Utah, and Colorado residents (colorado effective 1/1/2026): this water heater does not meet ultra low NOx (ULN) emissions requirements regulations prohibit the sale, shipment or installation of this water heater in any air quality district that requires ULN water heaters, please refer to the maps below to confirm if your home is in a district that requires ULN emission water heaters, and if so please select an approved ULN model
  • 50 Gal. tank provides ample hot water for households with 3-people to 5-people
  • Natural gas water heater costs less to operate than electric models
  • Delivers 85 Gal. of hot water in the first hour
  • 6-year limited warranty on tank and parts for your convenience
  • 1-year in home labor warranty for peace of mind
  • Maintenance free - no filter to clean or replace
  • Push button ignition system simplifies the startup process
  • Rated for installations up to 8,400 ft.
  • Narrow tank profile fits in a variety of indoor spaces
  • 0.63 uniform energy factor indicates an energy efficient water heater
  • Designed for easy replacement of your existing water heater
  • Call 1-855-650-2786 before noon for same-day installation service in most areas or visit our water heater installation page for more information
  • Meets 2015 NAECA standards
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Product Information

Internet # 326590285

Model # XG50T06EC38U1

Store SKU # 1001300139

Specifications

Dimensions: H 58.25 in, W 20.5 in, D 20.5 in

Dimensions

Product Depth (in.)

20.5 in

Product Height (in.)

58.25 in

Product Width (in.)

20.5 in

Water Connection Size (in.)

3/4 in

Details

Application Type

Residential

BTU Rating

38000

Efficiency Level

High

First Hour of Delivery (gallons/hr)

85

Fuel Type

Gas

Gas Connection Size

3/4 in

Gas Type

Natural Gas

Household Size

3-5

Indoor/Outdoor

Indoor

Nominal Tank Capacity (gallons)

50 gal

Product Weight (lb.)

150 lb

Returnable

90-Day

Tank Warranty

6 Year

Uniform Energy Factor

0.63

Vent Type

Atmospheric

Water Heater Features

Overheat Protection, Pilot Light Window, Pilot Reset Button, Temperature Pressure Relief Valve

Water Heater Profile

Tall

Water Heater Type

Gas

Warranty / Certifications

Certifications and Listings

CSA Certified, FVIR Certified

Part Warranty

6 Year

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Q: How much would it cost to have a hot water heater installed by Dwayne Jan 13 = "Legitimate Contractor" obviously, NEVER H.D. Employee = "Remote" W/ zero permits or Inspections maybe $500 = Inner-large-city = $1,500 / $2,000 Labor only W / permits Xtra

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    Hi Dwayne, Installation costs vary per location. For installation costs in your area, you may contact local contractors for estimates or speak to your local store for assistance. Derius

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      Hi Merritt, According to the specification sheet and product listing: Height: 58.5 inches. Derius

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        • 4.4 out of 14,281 reviews
        • 77% recommend this product
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        Rheem HW-Built to Fail
        I bought this unit to replace one that I had previously for about 20 yrs. This unit was installed in Oct 2025. I live alone and only home at night for a few hours. Rarely use the hot water except for showers. Every day I have to go into the basement and remove all the water leaking from the pressure relief valve thats being collected into a large pan. I have made several calls to Rheem's Customer Service # and was told its warranty & that a Service Technician would be out to service it. After many voicemails of Tech is on His way and never showing up. I'm now being told I need to get my own Plumber to service it. My Plumber is not a Rheem Tech whose haste authority to say whether its a defect. Rheem is leaving all the work up to me and I need to get prior approval and submit paperwork if I want to be reimbursed that has a ridiculous low limit. Service call alone is more than what they authorize/allow for the entire cost. They are refusing to send a Tech out stating they have no Techs in the Long Island region of NY. Do you believe this?! Stay Away. Get The "Other Brand" that's not in any HOME DEPOT store.
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          Has worked great so far. Replaced an old heater that was in for over 25 years so we will see if this one last that long.
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          Works great looks good
          Very easy to install not heavy at all I was able to move it around by myself to put in place. I would recommend this RHEEM water heater from HD.
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            This water heater was a replacement and perfect fit in the space. It was an easy install and works great!
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            I DO NOT RECOMMENDED THIS RHEEM GAS WATER TANK.
            I purchased this 40 gal. Rheem gas water tank in 2019 to replace a 23 year old Ke***re that started to fail. This Rheem had 9 years of warranty for the tank, and much to my grief, the tank started to leak now 12/2025 only 6 years of use by one person only! To claim the warranty you first must call Rheem to get their aproval and then go to Home Depot for the replacement. The first problem was that the local Home Depot did not have one for replacement and I had two choices: bring the old one and get a refund to pay for the replacement one and wait for "the shipment" (when?) or just get a refund. I asked the representative if he could check the other HD store 20 miles away and I was told yes they had "4" in stock. So I drove there, and they could not find the same model, but they had 40 gallon, gas 40k BTU with 9 years warranty equivalent that I accepted and in the end I had to pay for "the prorated period of use" of the old one plus the difference in price of this new model (???) for a total extra cost of $250.00 on me!. When I arrived home and opened the box I found a label on the tank with the exact model number as my old one (the 4 ones they could not find!) I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS RHEEM WATER TANK.
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              Rheem This water heater has worked very well so far and has been reliable. It delivers consistent hot water for our large household, heats quickly, and runs efficiently. Installation was straightforward, operation is quiet, and the quality feels solid. Excellent capacity, dependable temperature control, and peace of mind make it a smart investment for anyone looking to replace their water heater.
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              So far so good with the 50 gallon, 12 year water heater. Once installed, I noticed hot water getting to the faucets around my house a little faster than before. We'll see if it saves me any money on my gas bill. Overall, happy with the purchase.
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              Response from RheemDec 22, 2025
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              Thank you for the feedback. We’re glad to hear your new water heater is performing well and delivering hot water more quickly throughout your home. We hope you continue to enjoy reliable operation.

              Derius rheem
              A month in and the water heater is working great!! The water gets REALLY hot so we are working on the settings to make sure no one gets burned. Had this professionally installed and SO glad we did.
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              Delivery date was incorrect. There is some shipping damage to the unit.
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              Product Snapshot

              Great for homeowners looking for ample hot water, making daily showers for 3-5 people easier.
              Great for homeowners looking for an energy-efficient water heater, making hot water access easier and more efficient.
              Ideal for households with 3-5 people who want an energy-efficient gas water heater, ensuring ample hot water.
              Ideal for homeowners looking for reliable hot water, making daily routines easier. Provides ample hot water for households with 3-5 people and a 9-year warranty.

              Tank Capacity

              50 gal
              40 gal
              50 gal
              50 gal

              Recovery Rate

              85 Gal
              69 Gal
              40.4
              84 Gal

              Burner Output

              38000 BTU
              38000 BTU
              40000
              38000

              Warranty Period

              6-Year
              9-Year
              9 Year
              9-year

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