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Water Heating Efficiency
From TipThePlanet
- Long, hot showers not only run up your water bill, but your energy bill as well. Unnoticed by you, your water heater is working hard to do its job - that is to heat the water you use for daily tasks like washing dishes, washing clothes, washing your backside and then some. Therefore, think conservation for these tasks to not only save water, but also to save electricity.
- Use cold water as much as possible when using a dishwasher or washing machine. Consider a "Wash Right" washer rebate for the purchase of high-efficiency washing machines.
- Don't leave hot water running when shaving or rinsing dishes. This will reduce the amount of energy needed to heat the water and save on your water expenses as well.
- Check the setting on your water heater. The recommeded setting for our are is 120 degrees. Also check the unit for possible leaks.
- Wait to wash dishes and clothes until you have a full load.
- Install a low-flow shewerhead or faucet aerator to not save water, but reduce water heating costs.
- Wrap an old water heater with an insulation jacket to decrease its heat loss. Insulating the water pipes also can help.
- Try a natural gas water heater for greater efficiency. Take advantage of CPS Energy's.
- Consider a tankless water heater system. Tankless units heat water directly, without the use of a storage tank - saving energy and water, reducing both of your utility bills.
- Perform a Home Energy Audit of your water heater.
