These tips are sure to help keep your water heater running efficiently and smoothly throughout the year.
- Set your water heater to vacation mode when you are away for an extended time.
- Set the thermostat on your water heater to 120°F to get comfortable hot water for most uses.
- If your hot water tank is warm to the touch, consider insulating it to save 7% to 16% annually in water heating costs. Follow manufacturer recommendations.
- Drain the water heater tank annually to keep it running efficiently.
- Install heat traps on the hot and cold pipes at the water heater to prevent heat loss. Most new water heaters have built-in heat traps.
