How to Insulate Your Water Heater

How to Insulate Your Traditional Water Heater Save money this winter by insulating your water heater. It doesn’t take long and it can save you a lot of money on energy costs. Find an Insulating Blanket Designed for Water Heaters Your utility company may give these away, or you can find them at your local hardware store. Turn Off Your Water Heater Before you start, shut off the water and the power to your water heater. Wrap Your Tank Wrap...

 Extending the Life of Your Water Heater water heater in modern boiler room If you’re like most homeowners, you don’t think much about your water heater after you purchase it, at least until it stops working. At that point, you suddenly start thinking about it a lot! Instead of putting yourself in this position, though, it’s a good idea to think about your water heater once a year or so. Some simple maintenance can keep it running well for a...

Did you know that some simple maintenance can drastically extend the life of your water heater? Just a few minutes a few times of the year can mean the difference between having your hot water heater last for a long time and replacing it every few years. Here’s what you need to do: Check the temperature settings. 120 is the recommended setting, and you’ll save about 5% in heating costs for every 10 degrees that you turn it down. This...

With winter just around the corner, a lot of people are thinking about their water heaters. After all, most households use more hot water in the winter months because they want to take warmer showers, etc. If you’re considering a new water heater, then a tankless one may be right for you. A tankless water heater is one that heats the water as you need it, rather than storing hot water and keeping it warm and ready for use. Many...

It’s easy to forget about your water heater until, all of a sudden, the hot water disappears. After all, the heater itself is usually tucked away in a utility closet, down in the basement, or somewhere else where you don’t have to look at it very often. However, it’s good to think about your water heater every now and then. If you can notice that it is having problems and get it replaced before it dies, you won’t have to...