Water Heating & Plumbing
Hot water is always there when you need it - but taking it for granted can have a big impact on your energy bills.
Easy Water Heating Energy Savers
Looking for simple ways to lower your energy and water bills? Try these easy water heating energy savers.
Choosing the Best Water Heater
Before you head to the store or call a plumber, take a few minutes to learn about efficiency ratings and check out money-saving incentives.
Bigger isn't always better when it comes to choosing a traditional tank-style water heater.
If you're building a new home, you can have instantaneous hot water - with no bulky tank to install or maintain.
Using the power of the sun can dramatically cut your water heating costs.
Reducing the hardness of your home's water can help improve its quality but also can help you save energy.
The choices can be overwhelming, so follow these guidelines when you're investing in new faucets.
For the best energy savings, look for models with variable-flow pumps and integral water heaters.
Do-It-Yourself Project: Insulating Your Water Heater
If you have an older water heater, an insulating blanket can help cut energy-wasting standby heat loss.
Do-It-Yourself Project: Water-Saving Showerhead
Switching to a water-saving showerhead can reduce your water heating costs by $250 a year.
