ENERGY EFFICIENCY TIP: Be More Efficient with Water Usage

By Brett McClellan on 8/14/19 9:19 AM

Follow these tips to use less water and save money.

  • Aerators are inexpensive to replace and they can be one of the most cost-effective water conservation measures. 
  • For maximum water efficiency, select a showerhead with a flow rate of less than 2.5 gallons per minute. 
  • You can significantly reduce hot water use by repairing leaks in faucets, showerheads, and pipes.  
  • Set the thermostat on your water heater to 120°F to get comfortable hot water. 
  • Insulate the first six feet of the hot and cold water pipes connected to the water heater.  
  • Consider natural gas on-demand or tankless water heaters to heat water directly without using a storage tank.