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DOE: Heat Pump Water Heater Installation Tool

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Overview

Use DOE's Heat Pump Water Heater Installation Tool to help you through the decision-making process for heat pump water heater (HPWH) product selection and installation.

The goal of this tool is to help you through the decision-making process for heat pump water heater (HPWH) product selection and installation.

Before using this tool, please collect pictures of the water heater location, electrical panel, and existing water heater nameplate.

Who this tool is for:

  • Installers
  • Installer call center agents
  • Sales associates (retail and wholesale)
  • Homeowners

Estimated time to complete the form: 

  • Up to 10 minutes

Results include:

  • HPWH size
  • HPWH type
  • Further installation guidance

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