(exclusive to the Energy Analysis Program)

Water heating is the third largest energy expense in your home. It typically accounts for about 13%–17% of your utility bill.

There are several ways to cut your water and water heating: bills:

•  Lower the thermostat on your water heater to 120 degrees F (130 degrees if you have a dishwasher that doesn't have a temperature booster).
  
• Installing water heater insulating "jackets" of R-11 or higher can be cost effective in reducing standby losses on storage-type units, especially older or poorly insulated ones.
• If your hot water tank is older than 12 years, consider replacing it with an energy efficient model.
• Consider solar hot water,  natural gas on-demand or tankless water heaters. Researchers have found savings can be up to 30% compared with a standard natural gas storage tank water heater.