February Challenges: Hot Water

lower


Lower Your Water Heater to 120°F

Your water heater is the second greediest appliance in your home in terms of energy use, but it doesn't have to stay that way. Read more ...





showers


Take Shorter Showers
Your shower is the biggest user of hot water in the entire house and you may be surprised at how much energy and cost savings await you by making a simple change. Read more ...





wash

Wash Full Loads in Cold Water

Washing full loads of clothes in cold water cuts the energy used for washing your clothes in half and saves water too. Read more ...






lowflow


Install Low-Flow Showerheads
Replacing your old shower head with an energy-efficient one can cut your water and energy use by half. Read more ...






aerators

Install Faucet Aerators

A typical sink running for two minutes wastes at least six gallons of water, using an aerator can reduce this to 0.5 gallons, so why wouldn't you use them? Read more ...





pipes


Insulate Your Water Pipes

Insulated water pipes gives you hot water sooner while keeping energy from going down the drain. Read more ...






spa


Run your Pool or Spa More Efficiently
Heating pools and spas use an incredible amount of energy. Read more ...






heater


Insulate Your Water Heater
The colder the area your old water heater is in--a basement or garage--the greater the heat loss. Be practical and save $, wrap it in a blanket. Read more ...






tankless


Purchase a Tankless Water Heater
Tankless hot water heaters use less energy because it heats the water only when you need it. Read more ...






solar


Purchase a Solar Hot Water System
A solar hot water system lets the sun work directly for you to heat your water. Read more ...