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Ways to reduce your water heater’s energy consumption

 

Winchester Water Heater MaintenanceHot water is a luxury that the majority of us would not want to live without. Hot water use requires energy consumption, and can greatly increase energy bills. There are a few tips that a person can use in order to reduce their water heater’s energy consumption.

Reduce Hot Water Usage

The easiest way to reduce hot water heater energy consumption is by reducing the amount of hot water that you use. This does not mean that you and your family will be taking cold showers on a chilly December morning. There are ways to reduce hot water usage without losing the convenience many have become accustomed to. It may be something as simple as reducing shower times from 20 minutes to 10 minutes or fixing a leaky shower head in the home.

Fixing a Leaky Water Heater

A water heater that is leaking is going to consume more energy. If it cannot be repaired, then it should be replaced. While the initial cost of replacing a water heater might seem high, in the long run it will save you money on energy bills.

Winchester PlumberFixing a Leaky Faucet

Often times people underestimate the amount of money they are literally washing down the drain by not repairing a leaky faucet that is dripping hot water. Leaky faucets will waste gallons upon gallons of water every single month. Fixing a leaky faucet is usually a simple repair that can easily be done by a professional plumber.

Changing Your Showerhead

Showerheads that were made before the early 90s were designed to allow a water flow of between 6 to 10 gallons per minute. This is more water than anyone realistically needs for their shower. Newer showerhead models allow individuals to take a comfortable shower using around 2.25 gallons per minute. Purchasing a low flow showerhead is a relatively inexpensive and easy way to save money and reduce your water heaters energy consumption.

Using Energy Star Appliances in the Home

Wash machines and dishwashers are notorious hot water consumers. They account for thousands of gallons of hot water used in the home every single year. Energy Star rated appliances have been designed to be extremely efficient. They have been shown to reduce hot water consumption by as much as 50 percent. This equates to a reduction in water usage of about 7000 gallons annually for the average American family.

Reducing a hot water heater’s energy consumption is not difficult. It just requires a few simple changes in the way a person goes about their daily activities.

Is the water heater in your Winchester home in need of maintenance? Call Powell’s Plumbing at 540-665-8196 and schedule a service call today!

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