Amtrol BoilerMate WHS-80Z 80-Gallon Indirect Water Heater
Amtrol BoilerMate WHS-80Z 80-Gallon Indirect Water Heater Review
The Amtrol BoilerMate WHS-80Z is an 80-gallon indirect water heater. Largest in Amtrol's BoilerMate WHS line. Designed for large hydronic-equipped homes with substantial DHW demand.
Specs: 80 gallons stored, stainless steel internal coil heat exchanger, polyurethane foam insulation. Compatible with most US residential boilers (oil, gas, propane). 7-year tank warranty.
The 80-gallon indirect serves 5+ person households on hydronic boiler systems. Right answer for large homes where the boiler can supply DHW through an indirect tank rather than requiring a separate water heater.
About $1,800 unit, $2,800-$3,500 installed depending on boiler integration. Right buyer: large home with existing or new hydronic boiler, 5+ person household demand for hydronic-driven DHW solution.
- 10-year warranty — solid above-average coverage for this class
- Large 80-gallon reserve — comfortably serves 5+ person households in peak-use periods
- Professional installation required — gas/venting/electrical work adds $500–1,500 to unit cost