I'm going to install a new electric water heater!!!!

[BAPlumber]

either monday or tues. i'll replace an electric tank water heater. I think it'll be pretty strait forward, but would like some opinions. The existing heater has earthquake straps, which can be reused. there is an expansion tank that will remain, I'm going to assume it's charged to the right pressure, but I can probably fix it if not. What brands are prefered?:D:p

[gear junkie]

I like Rheem Marathon series. Lifetime warranty for the heater. Order another set of elements and leave them with the customer. The elements are not often stocked locally in my area.

[westcoastplumber]

I love the bradford white's. They do not have a lifetime warrenty, but warrenties are usually crap and a real PITA, for the plumber and the customer.

As for the expansion tank, depending on what it looks like, I will usually include that in my estimate to replace the heater.