Latest reviews about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

rho01021944 says "Kenmore 55 Gal. Water Heater" about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

rho01021944 — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 01:00:49 GMT

I purchased this unit 6 years ago and have always been happy with the amount of hot water it delivers. Recently the hot water decreased and I called Sears to report the problem since it was still under warranty (12 Years Limited Parts and Labor). Sears gave me an appointment within 3 days, and the technician came (at the end of the appointment time). He diagnosed the problem and made the repairs. The thermostats needed to be replaced. It cost me less than $150.00 (Parts and Labor) and I now have volumes of hot water again. I recommend this water heater....

bucksmom says "Do Not Buy" about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

bucksmom — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 19:37:15 GMT

Purchased this water heater in April 2005. Have had nothing but problems. Yesterday woke up to find it leaking all over master closet and bedroon floor. Of course Sears hot line was not open because it was the day after Christmas. When we contacted them today, we were told it would be several days before a tech could come out to check the tank at a cost to us of $75. If they determine that it is indeed the tank leaking (duh!!) they will order a replacement for us but it could take a couple of weeks to get. The 12 year warranty isn't worth the paper it is written on. Don't waste your money on this heater.

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marstar1 says "This Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Hotworks as it is supposed to" about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

marstar1 — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 14:11:01 GMT

The best part of any hot water heater is that it works as it is supposed to once installed. This Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Hot Water Heater (32154) did just that. Not more hot water shortages here anymore.

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boonekids says "Our hotwater heater works wonderfully." about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

boonekids — Fri, 13 May 2011 19:41:55 GMT

We've had the 55 gallon hot water heater for 3 weeks now and have had no trouble. Our furnace system for heating water was blocked, so we were getting no hot water pressure. I am pleased with the water pressure all over the house. Even in the furthest bathroom from the heater, hot water comes in a matter of seconds.

I'm also pleased with the consistency of the temperature of the water. The temperature remains constant. Previously we had spikes of super hot water. These spikes were not good for my preschool children. I am very satisfied with our purchase.

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Marvin57 says "kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)" about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

Marvin57 — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 15:47:38 GMT

I installed it myself. Very easy to install and works fantastic.

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Adaya34 says "Kenmore 55 gal Water Heater- So far so good..." about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

Adaya34 — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 17:07:12 GMT

I purchased the tank for a GREAT price: less than $410 WITH tax- being a Sears cardholder helped a bunch! For now it works great. The water stays hot for the entire duration of my showers (sometimes 16 minutes or longer!!). Actually, a few Sunday's ago I washed a couple loads of laundry, ran the dishwasher, and took and shower in about a 3 to 4 hour span. Guess what? There was steam coming from all the faucets!! That would have never occured with my old tank!

The salesperson informed me that the Kenmore tank has a perpetual spiraling apparatus that eliminates any sediment from building up, which can decrease the tank's productivity and increase its power usage. I opted for the 12 year warranty because I want this to be the first and last tank I purchase for my home. So check back in 2023 to see how it worked out ;-)!!

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gigmd says "What a Piece of Junk" about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

gigmd — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 22:49:09 GMT

Only lasted 3 years. Cost me a service call ($70), installation ($350), and an expansion tank ($220). Very disappointing. Sears made a "Survivor" model but discontinued it because it LASTED A LONG TIME. Sears people are very helpful and friendly....

applepieapple says "12 yr warrenty, energy efficent" about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

applepieapple — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 21:45:10 GMT

I was attracted by the energy rating and 12 year warrenty. I wanted the best affordable energy efficient water heater I could find. I looked at the $1500 price of the top brand and after weighing in the costs for installation and the fact the more expense one only had a 10 yr warrenty I just could not justify the higher cost. I bought the extra 5 yr labor warrenty which was offered. It was reasonable and has a yrly maintance with it which is cost effective. I researched for a year the differnet brands and was prepared when my water heater went up to make the best choice for me.

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jcavila says "dissappointed" about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

jcavila — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 22:34:48 GMT

After only 5 months, my water heater is not working. About to call for service. Very dissappointed.

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larcham says "Thermostat bad after 4 years" about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

larcham — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 02:10:12 GMT

Power Miser 12 Electric Hot Water Heater bought 2/06-could be worse from what I have read but both thermostats replaced yesterday by Sears for $137 Labor-luckily it had the 12 year parts warranty

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Ari1220 says "My water heater is great" about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

Ari1220 — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 17:59:30 GMT

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missbev73020 says "55 Gal Hot Water Heater--Plenty of Hot Water!" about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

missbev73020 — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 19:12:18 GMT

Fits in the space of my old, smaller one. Plenty of hot water! Outstanding warranty.

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Guillermo25 says "Only 7-10 minutes of hot water" about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

Guillermo25 — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 22:01:22 GMT

Awaiting repair since the water heater never worked properly. Gives about 7-10 minutes of hot water then it's warm, then cold. Raised thermostats, but still runs out of hot water. Most likey, the lower element isn't working: tried both 3800 and 5500 watt modes--no difference. The element is actually upside-down, when matching it with the drawing in the instruction manual. Perhaps dip tube is broken or detached, mixing hot and cold water.

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Jimcin says "Power Miser 12 55 gal. Hot water heater is a disappointment. " about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

Jimcin — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 19:41:15 GMT

We bought our home in 2002, the previous owners had purchased a new water heater from Sears in 1999. It was also a Kenmore Power Miser but in 2006 it began leaking and flooded our master closet and garage. We had Sears come out and we were happy to learn that the tank had been under warranty and it cost us $300.00 to have a new one installed. At that time we thought we had gotten off rather reasonably. However three and a half years later, another leaking tank and this time it cost us $375.00. New they are on sale for $430.00 with the same warranty. It makes me think Sears/Kenmore have figured it out that by selling them for under $500.00 they will make more than that in the 12 years they warranty the unit. Seems to me there is a problem with the tanks and they don't seem to want to investigate how to improve it. We need a new softner but I have decided not to take the chance with Sears.

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ldc497 says "very dependable water heater" about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

ldc497 — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 01:38:29 GMT

I purchased my sears water heater 4 years ago and it has already lasted longer than my previous water heater by 1 year. It has delivered as promised on being dependable and economical. I would highly recomend this water heater to anyone needing to replace their current unit.

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TroyLohse says "dont buy it" about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

TroyLohse — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 13:11:33 GMT

i am against waranties, when the product has a 12 year limited waranty... well 2 years into it, the element burned out..i replaced them at a cost to me 55.00, the parts would have been free if i paid the service fee of 125.00. i am kinda ok with this, 3 1/2

years after purchase we need to go push a red button to be sure we have hot water. it is overheating now, well i can again pay 125.00 to have a tec come out or replace the thermostat, which i can also do myself. well stupid me for spending 400 + dollars on a 200 dollar water heater. because it is a piece of **** if you dont pay more to have it covered completely.

my water is 160+ degrees before it blows the breaker, thats about 1 second to get a second degree burn, and it is set on low

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LeavingKenmore says "Questionable Quality? Or just a dud?" about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

LeavingKenmore — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 20:44:32 GMT

I purchased this water heater in May 2004. It began leaking in September 2009. I was hoping for at least 10 years of usage with this unit. I'm disappointed and will look for a replacement that will not be a Kenmore. Appears they simply don't make them like they used to.

Update October 2009: I will now eat crow. I did end up replacing my bad water heater with the same Kenmore model (55 gal Power Miser 12).

As my previous post shows I was quite disappointed with the short life of my previous water heater. So, I did look around for other water heaters, I even looked at the new tankless models. I also went into the Sears store and talked with the sales rep. I opted to have a Sears tech come out and inspect the leaking water heater. The service tech was knowledgeable and courteous, a complete professional. The tank had simply failed and full replacement was covered under the warranty. I picked up the replacement from my local Sears and had it installed. It has been in place now for a few...

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jamiej82 says "what a piece of ****! and sears customer service is a joke!" about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

jamiej82 — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 10:35:00 GMT

I purchased this the day after Thanksgiving in 2006 because my old one went out the day before. Worked wonderful until about a year ago. Now sometimes it will work great but other times it will not. The pilot keeps going out for a few weeks every few hours. Then it will work fine for a few months. I am extremely tired of taking cold showers. When I call Sears, they say they will send someone out to fix it but it will cost at least $75. What a joke! I have read many other complaints about this same problem with the Power Miser problem. Kenmore or Sears need to fix their ****** equipment without trying to make a buck off the problems that they are well aware of. I have bought several appliances, not to mention jewelery, clothing, and electronics from them but no more. I will also tell everyone I know about their so-called customer service. For any appliances in the future, I will take my business elsewhere.

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dmacman says "longest lasting well built" about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

dmacman — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 02:54:15 GMT

This is about the Sears 55 Water heater. I bought my home in 1980 and the water heater was there then. 30 years is a long time to have a water heater in place. I have enjoy hot water always, even when running more than one appliance( dish washer, washing machine).

i know someday soon i may have to replace this older model with a new one. when that times comes i intend to purchase from Sears another 55 model as it served me for this long i would hope the new one will do as well. Sorry Sears but you made this model i have without putting in the planned obsolesence.

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MajorJo says "2 stars" about Kenmore 55 gal. Tall Electric Water Heater (32154)

sears-feed — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 03:15:07 GMT

Until Monday I would have given this product 5 stars. It's 3 years old. Never had a problem. More than adequate for our household of four. Then suddenly no hot water. I checked the manual. Hit the reset. Nothing. $168 for twenty minutes of work to replace the thermostat. The previous water heater in this house lasted 18 years without a problem. What has happened to reliability of appliances?...