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Stiebel Eltron warranty for water heaters

25/100 Warranty ScoreRanked 9 of 11 brands
The short version

Stiebel Eltron doesn't cover everything, but keeps leaks and whole product (parts only) covered to 6 years. That full coverage is the same as most of the 11 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.

From Stiebel Eltron's published warranty, checked October 2026.

What's covered

Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: NonePartial: to 6 years
  • Partial coverageLeaks6 years
  • Partial coverageWhole product (parts only)2 years
Good to know before you buy
  • Covers the original buyer only and can't be transferred.
  • Keep proof of purchase; without it coverage starts from the manufacture date.
  • Get written approval from Stiebel Eltron before returning or repairing the heater.
  • You pay labor and shipping costs.

How other brands compare for water heaters

Compare all 11 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for water heaters.

  1. SupplyHouseMost items365 days
  2. Blain's Farm & FleetUpper Midwest storesMost items90 days
  3. AJ MadisonMost items30 days from delivery
  4. Do it BestMost items30 days
  5. FergusonMost items30 days
  6. Lowe'sWater heaters and HVAC systems30 days
Show all 8 stores
  1. SutherlandsSouth Central storesMost items30 days
  2. The Home DepotAir conditioners, dehumidifiers, pumps, portable evaporative coolers and portable heaters7 days

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for water heaters where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.

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