By using energy-efficient techniques and smart devices to manage the operation of your water heater, you can use the “magic switch” of your water heater to reduce your power cost. Here are a few tactics to save a lot of money:
Install a Water Heater Timer:
You may program when your water heater runs with a timer, making sure it only runs when there is a lot of demand.
Benefits: You can cut down on energy use and your electricity bill by only operating when it’s absolutely necessary. Some consumers have claimed to have saved up to 30% on their water heating expenses.
Use Smart Water Heater Controllers:
Smart controllers provide you exact control over heating schedules and temperatures by enabling remote operation of your water heater using smartphone apps.
Benefits: By adjusting to your habits, these gadgets maximize energy use and could result in significant savings. For example, the BSEED Smart Switch offers energy economy and intuitive control by integrating with Alexa and Google Assistant.
Reduce the temperature on the thermostat:
Take action: Adjust the thermostat on your water heater to 120°F (49°C).
Benefits: You can save 3% to 5% on water heating expenses for every 10°F drop in temperature.
Insulate your pipes and water heater:
Take action: Insulate the first several feet of the hot and cold water lines as well as the storage tank.
Benefits: Insulation lowers heat loss, requiring less energy from the water heater to keep the water hot.
Repair leaks and install fixtures with low flow rates:
Take action: Fix any leaks and think about installing low-flow faucets and showerheads.
Benefits: You can save energy by using less hot water, which lessens the strain on your water heater.
Consider a Water Heater Without a Tank:
Take action: Determine whether installing a tankless (on-demand) water heater is feasible.
Benefits: Tankless heaters can save between $70 and $80 a year by removing the standby heat loss that storage water heaters cause.
Your electricity bill can be significantly reduced by putting these suggestions into practice. Combining these tactics improves overall energy efficiency and eventually results in significant cost savings, even if individual outcomes may differ.
