Richmond Premium is the premium tier — 12-year tank warranty matching Rheem Performance Platinum and AO Smith Signature Premier.
Premium lineup
What Premium includes
- Heavier-gauge anode rod
- Enhanced insulation (lower standby loss)
- 0.65 UEF vs 0.62 standard
- 12-year tank warranty
When Premium is right
- Long-term ownership (12+ years)
- Warranty-priority buyer at Menards
- Same product as Rheem Performance Platinum at potentially lower Menards pricing
Pricing
- 50-gal: $999-1,249 — volume
- 75-gal: $1,499-1,799
- 50-gal Power Direct Vent: $1,449-1,749
Bottom line
Premium tier with longest residential tank warranty. Menards equivalent of Rheem Performance Platinum.