Stop water heating waste and save with these hot energy
solutions. Lower your water heater temperature to 120° to 125°
in 3 easy steps: - Shut off the electricity to the water heater
from the circuit breaker for safety reasons. - Remove cover
panels and use a screwdriver to push aside the insulation. -
Adjust the control dial to 120° to 125° F. That's hot enough for
showers, clothes and dishes and better for slowing mineral
buildup and corrosion, so the heater lasts longer. Turn off your
water heater. Leaving for a weekend trip or longer? Turn off
your water heater at the circuit breaker. (Switching off and on
daily is not recommended). Insulate older water heaters tanks
(installed before 2004) to keep heat from escaping and save
about 5% in water heating costs. Buy inexpensive, ready-made
insulating jackets (about $20 or less) to cut heat loss by 25%
to 45%. Repair leaks and leaky faucets immediately. Hot water
leaks can increase energy use by 200%! Use less hot water - Low-
flow shower and faucet heads reduc