When you invest in a new A.O. Smith water heater, one of the most important things protecting that investment is your manufacturer warranty. But here's something many homeowners don't realize: who installs and services your unit can directly affect whether that warranty remains valid.

As a certified A.O. Smith Service Provider, Stedman's Plumbing is specifically trained and authorized to install and service A.O. Smith products in a way that fully honors the manufacturer's warranty terms. Here's what you need to know.

How Warranty Coverage Works

A.O. Smith water heaters come with tiered warranty coverage depending on the model and series. Most residential units include:

• Tank warranty — typically 6 to 12 years depending on model tier
• Parts warranty — typically 1 to 5 years
• Labor warranty — varies by model and installer

Why Certified Installation Matters

A.O. Smith provides their certified Service Providers with exclusive manufacturing training that covers every detail of correct installation — water supply connections, gas or electrical hookups, venting configurations, expansion tank requirements, and pressure relief valve placement.

When a non-certified technician installs your unit, they may not be aware of model-specific requirements that A.O. Smith's warranty terms depend on. Common installation errors that can void coverage include:

• Incorrect venting type or configuration for the model
• Missing or undersized expansion tank on closed systems
• Improper temperature and pressure relief valve installation
• Incorrect gas pressure or supply line sizing
• Failure to install a drip pan and drain line in required locations
• Operating the unit outside of rated water pressure ranges

Certified Service = Preserved Warranty

When Stedman's Plumbing installs your A.O. Smith water heater, you get documentation of a certified installation. This creates a clear paper trail that supports any future warranty claim. Our technicians follow A.O. Smith's official installation procedures to the letter — because we've been trained directly by the manufacturer.

The same applies to service calls. If your A.O. Smith unit needs repair during the warranty period, having a certified provider perform the work ensures that repair is warranty-compliant. Using an uncertified technician for warranty-period repairs can complicate or invalidate future claims.

Extended Warranty Options

Through A.O. Smith's programs, certain certified installations may qualify for extended warranty coverage beyond the standard term. Ask us about currently available extended warranty options when you schedule your installation.

Schedule a Certified A.O. Smith Installation

Whether you're replacing an aging unit or installing a water heater in a new home, Stedman's Plumbing can handle it with certified precision. We serve Fresno, Clovis, Madera, Visalia, and communities throughout the Central Valley.

Call (559) 770-9772 or schedule online to get a free estimate on your A.O. Smith water heater installation.