Tips to Help You Save on Your Water Heating Bill

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Did you know that your water heater is the second largest expense in your home?  In most households, it accounts for about 18% of your monthly utility bill.  Fortunately, there are ways to cut down on your bills.

Tips to Reduce your Water Heating Bill:

• Energy Star – New energy-efficient water heaters cost more than a standard water heater up front, but they can save you money over the lifetime of the appliance.
• Natural Gas - Natural gas on-demand and tankless water heaters heat water directly without using a storage tank.  This can result in up to a 30% energy savings.
• Heat Traps – Installing heat traps on hot and cold pipes at the water heater can help prevent heat loss.  While new water heaters generally have built in heat traps, many older models do not.
• Insulation – Insulate your storage tank and the hot and cold water pipes connected to your water heater.
• Temperature – Set your thermostat to 120 degrees in order to get comfortable hot water for most uses.

The US Department of Energy offers several tips on how you can further improve the energy-efficiency of your home and reduce your water heating bill.  For more information on all of your water heater repair and installation needs, contact Pipe Wrench Plumbing!  We are happy to help you with all of your plumbing needs.  Call 865-583-3957 for service.