Efficient Energy
Customer Information
Water Heating
- If your water heater is not a high-efficiency model, insulate it with an insulation blanket available at most hardware stores.
- Set the temperature on your water heater no higher than necessary - 120 degrees if you don't have a dishwasher, 140 degrees if you do.
- Install your water heater as close as possible to where you use the most hot water and insulate all hot water pipes coming from the water heater.
- Repair all leaky faucets.
- Install devices which restrict the water flow in shower heads and faucets.
- Drain off one or two gallons of water from the bottom of your water heater periodically to avoid build-up and blockage by the solids present in all water.
- Don't wash dishes until your dishwasher is full.
- Don't run the hot water while you're shaving - fill the sink with just enough hot water before you begin.
- Take quick showers instead of baths - they usually use less water.
- If you are going to be away from home for several days, turn the water heater to the "pilot" or "vacation" mode.
September 6, 2008