The Last Water Heater Tank You Will Ever Buy

Introducing the only Electric Water Heater Tank on the Planet that will not leak

The Marathon electric water heater offers these advantages:

• Technologically advanced design is clearly differentiated from short lived steel water heaters.
• It’s the most durable water heater made, with a warranty to match
• Envirofoam™ insulation is completely free of CFC and HCFC ozone depleting gases. Marathon leads the way in environmental friendly manufacturing, design and operation.
• Tank comes complete with a factory installed vacuum relief valve, ¾" brass tee and ¾" brass nipple for easy, professional installations.
• Replaceable brass drain valve
• All wiring run in conduit for easy control wiring
• Seamless blow molded polybutylene tank with no anode rod required for a corrosion free life
• High temperature, commercial-grade diptubes for greater durability
• The filament wound fiberglass outer tank is designed to be more flexible and withstand more pressure than conventional tanks
• Our unique high temperature dip tube is offset from the concave bottom, creating a "whirlpool effect" which helps prevent sediment build-up
• Every tank includes 4' of pipe insulation for even greater savings.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How much more is the Marathon than a conventional water heater?

The smaller Marathon units will cost approximately 2 to 3 times more than a basic steel water heater of the same size. That is not a real comparison though, as you are comparing a lifetime warranty product that is super insulated, against a 5 or 6 year warranty product with minimal insulation.  Remember that the Marathon tank will not leak or rust, while your steel tank will eventually fail and you will be installing another tank soon....it's just a matter of time.  The Installation process for the Marathon is no more and sometimes less than for steel units.

Larger units such as the 85 and 105 gallon models are typically the same cost or less than short-lived steel units of the same size. Our manufacturing process is technologically advanced and very efficient so our incremental cost between our smaller tanks and our larger ones is much smaller than that of steel tanks.  We are currently offering a $100 rebate on Marathon water heaters for Wayne-White Cooperative members PLUS another $150 rebate on the 85-gallon and 105-gallon models from Hoosier Energy (our new wholesale electric provider) and $50 additional rebate on the 40-gallon & 50-gallon models from Hoosier Energy.  There is no rebate on the 30-gallon model, but we sell a lot of them due to available space.

Our current prices on each model (for Wayne-White Members):
30-Gallon Model is $495
40-Gallon Model is $475
50-Gallon Model is $505
85-Gallon Model is $555
105-Gallon Model is $635

What are the size  dimensions of the Marathon Water Heaters?

We sell the 30-Gallon, 40-gallon, 50-gallon, 85-gallon and 105-gallon models at Wayne-White Electric Cooperative.  The 30-Gallon model measures 22" x 53" and weighs 75lbs.  The 40-gallon model measures 22" x 65" and weighs 90lbs. The 50-gallon model measures 24" x 67" and weighs 100 lbs.  The 85-gallon model measures 28" x 71" and weighs 124 lbs.  The 105-gallon model measures 30" x 71" and weighs 152lbs.  We keep all four models in stock at our Fairfield Office location, 1501 West Main Street in Fairfield, Illinois.  Marathon water heaters are the preferred water heater tank for Geothermal installations.

Is it worth more than a conventional water heater?

Yes. Typically it will pay for itself in energy savings over a conventional water heater. The Marathon will save you energy year after year and after five years it won't have to be replaced. The cost of the water heater is usually only half your cost however. Installation is the other cost and you won't have to pay for that and another water heater in five years. The other thing people often overlook is the damage to their floor and belongings when their cheaper water heater fails when they least expect it.  These failures and leaks often happen when you are not at home.

How good are the elements in a Marathon water heater?  Will I have to replace the elements often?

The bottom element in the Marathon Water Heaters is made of titanium which only Marathon has.  It is much more resistant to harder, more difficult water.  The top element  is actually made of copper, which also performs well.  You won't find a metal tank water heater on the market with titanium and copper elements.  The Marathon elements have a 6-year warranty, whereas the Marathon tank has a lifetime warranty.  We keep extra elements and thermostats in stock in case you ever have a problem with them, but over the past six years, we have had very few issues with Marathon water heaters.  The quality speaks for itself and we have hundreds of customers with a Marathon in their home.  We have also visited their factory assembly line in St. Paul, Minnesota and we were very impressed with their quality control measures.

Why should I bother with a Marathon, my last water heater lasted 22 years?

That's impressive, but not uncommon for older water heaters. The older water heaters purchased in the 70's and 80's had much thicker steel and more porcelain than today's units. Because manufacturers have cut so many costs from the manufacturing process, most steel water heaters made today will not last much longer than their warranty of five or six years.  It's much like the automobile, the thickness of the metal on today's units is very thin compared to older models.

I am building a new house, wouldn't gas be cheaper?

Not necessarily. Although gas may be slightly cheaper, gas water heaters are more expensive than electric units and the venting now required for safety can be quite expensive. The thing to remember is that electric water heaters are nearly 100% efficient, as all of the heat generated stays in the unit instead of some going up the flue. Also, the Marathon is like a Thermos® in that it keeps the water hot once you have made it. It's the most efficient water heater made.

Many people are now building tighter, more efficient homes than they used to and indoor air quality is becoming a concern. Any fossil fuel water heater can be a problem with carbon monoxide, NOX, and other pollutants needing to be vented. You can eliminate this issue entirely, however, with the energy-efficient, electric Marathon water heater.  The price of propane and natural gas has recently been climbing and nobody really knows fo sure where it will go.  While electric rates have gone up slightly, it seems to be more stable and defined.

For more information, stop by Wayne-White Counties Electric Cooperative in Fairfield, or call 842-2196.