Most hot water use in your home comes from faucets and showers, dishwashers and clothes washers. Check out our tips to help you save money and energy:

General

·         Lower your water heating costs by reducing the amount of hot water you use. Set the temperature on your water heater to 120 degrees Fahrenheit.

·         Repair all water leaks

·         Insulate hot water pipes 

Laundry

·         Wash only full loads of laundry

·         Wash white clothes in cold water

·         Dry clothes outdoors during the summer

Kitchen

·         Run only full loads in your dishwasher

·         Don’t let the hot water run while hand washing dishes

·         Install low-flow faucet aerators that use a half-gallon to one gallon per minute

Bathroom

·         Take showers instead of tub baths

·         Reduce showering time to five minutes

·         Install low-flow showerheads and sink aerators

For more energy saving tips, contact our energy experts at (253) 502-8377 or power@cityoftacoma.org.