Water heating tips

Warm up to efficiency and performance

The average household spends about $300 a year on water heating costs alone. Take steps to improve water heating efficiency.

Reduce thermostat temperature

Set to 120 degrees F to save energy and money.

Savings: Up to 9%

Use less hot water

Set to 120 degrees F to save energy and money.

Savings: Up to 9%

Insulate hot water pipes

Adding foam insulation around hot water pipes is an easy way to avoid wasting heat.

Savings: Up to $45 a year

ENERGY STAR® model

Replace old water heater with ENERGY STAR® water heaters to save energy and money.

Savings: Up to $300 a year