- Water Heating:
1. Use less hot water.
- 2. Take showers instead of baths.
- 3. Use the short cycle on the dishwasher.
- 4. Set the thermostat on the water heater at 120°F.
- 5. Use an insulation kit to cover the water heater.
- 6. Turn the water heater off when you leave home for more than two days.
- 7. Repair water leaks and drips.
- 8. Install a flap valve to prevent hot water from flowing back into the pipes.