Install A Water Heater Timer And Save Energy!
Using a water heater timer could be the answer to your prayers. If you have been experiencing a surge in your electricity bills, start considering getting a water heater timer now. Water heaters are the highest energy-consuming devices found in your home. You could be spending up to $400 per year in electricity costs just because of water heaters!
An average water heater heats gallons of water every time, regardless of whether you use it or not. When you’re asleep or out of your home, your water heater heats water and continues to do so until you use it. This is the reason why you get high utility bills. In order for you to cut back on these costs, you can get a water heater timer.
What is a Water Heater Timer?
A water heater timer is a device that you can attach to your water heater. With the water heater timer, you can set your water heater to perform its function only when you need it.
How does this play a role in saving energy?
Most families only need hot water during showers in the mornings, and during the evening, maybe for laundry and doing the dishes. By controlling when and how often your water heater operates, you can save a huge amount of energy. You can save up to 12% of energy just by installing a water heater timer alone.
How does a water heater timer work?
All water heater timers have manual override buttons, so you can set your water heater on anytime. If you have an everyday routine on what time you usually need hot water, there are water heater timers available with up to 24 on/off settings for each day so you can fine tune your water heating schedule.
If your schedule varies with each day, you can opt for more highly developed water heater timers that come with a programmable function. A digital water heater timer provides seven-day programming that allows you to set a different schedule for each day of the week. Basically, you are in charge of setting the schedules according to your time of use. This is especially suited for those with flexible schedules who have no routine time in needing hot water.
For those with schedules varying only in the weekend, there are less expensive water heater timers available that come with a weekday and weekend schedule.
All digital timers also have a built-in backup (batteries or integral) that allows you to save your programmed schedule even when there is a power outage. Water heater timers also require minimal, if not zero maintenance since they are electronics with no moving parts.
How can I further lessen my utility bills?
Most utility companies offer a demand management program, where different rates are applied depending on the demand for electricity. During on peak hours (times when demand is high), higher rates are charged. On the other hand, lower rates are charged during off peak hours (when demand is low). If you can set your water heater timer to operate during off peak hours, you can further cut back on electricity costs.
If you want to reduce your expenses on electricity bills, consider purchasing a water heater timer. It is a very good investment since it is cost-efficient, cheap and easy to use. The best part of it is using the water heater timer for just about two to three months would save you the amount of money you used to purchase your water heater timer. It actually pays for itself! This shows how effective water heater timers are in saving you big bucks.
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