The Water Heater You Choose Matters... But the Company Installing It Matters More.
At A Drop Above Plumbing, we install Bradford White water heaters because we believe dependable equipment should be paired with licensed, code-correct installation.
Local. Licensed. Family-Owned.
Professional-Grade Equipment We Trust Enough to Put Our Name Behind
We choose Bradford White because we value professional distribution, dependable construction, strong support and equipment designed with serviceability in mind.
Both Are Recognized Brands. Here Is Why Our Company Chooses Bradford White.
Rheem and Bradford White both manufacture residential water-heating equipment. We do not claim that every Rheem product is bad or that every Bradford White model is identical. Our preference comes down to where Bradford White water heaters are built, how they are distributed and the professional support model behind them.
Bradford White
- Residential water heaters manufactured in Middleville, Michigan
- American-owned company with U.S.-based manufacturing
- Water heaters sold through plumbing professionals
- Strong focus on plumbers, contractors and wholesalers
- Professional product selection and installation support
Rheem
- Large global heating, cooling and water-heating manufacturer
- Operates multiple manufacturing and business locations
- Products are available through several sales channels
- Offers both professionally installed and retail-market equipment
- Model, warranty and construction can vary by product line
Why That Matters to A Drop Above Plumbing
We like knowing where the water heater is manufactured, working with professional suppliers and having a product line built around contractor installation and service. Bradford White fits the way we want to take care of our customers, which is why it is the water-heater brand we prefer to install.
We Do It Right the First Time
Poor installation can lead to leaks, high utility bills, unsafe venting and early equipment failure. We inspect the whole system—not just the tank.
Why Choose A Drop Above Plumbing?
We are a local family-owned plumbing company serving Northern Illinois with integrity, craftsmanship and acts of service.
- We treat your home like our own
- Honest recommendations
- Clear communication
- We stand behind our work
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Professional installation, old-unit removal and complete startup testing.
Call 847-461-3236Protect Your Home, Your Safety and Your Investment
Water heaters involve fuel gas, venting, electricity, pressurized water and safety controls. A properly licensed plumber is accountable for completing the installation correctly.
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Bradford White Water Heater Questions
Why does A Drop Above Plumbing recommend Bradford White?
We value Bradford White's professional distribution model, product support, serviceability and reputation for dependable residential water heating equipment.
Why should a licensed plumber install my water heater?
A water heater can involve gas, electricity, venting, pressurized water, thermal expansion and plumbing-code requirements. Licensing provides training, accountability and code knowledge.
Do you remove the old water heater?
Yes. Standard replacement work includes removal of the old water heater unless the written estimate states otherwise.
How long does a replacement usually take?
Many standard replacements can be completed in one scheduled visit. Extra time may be required when venting, gas piping, pressure or code corrections are needed.
We've Got This, So You Don't Have To!
Family-owned. Properly licensed. Locally trusted.
847-461-3236