Water Heater General Information
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Not too hot
Doctors and pediatricians generally suggest that water temperature not exceed 120° F, for adults and especially for children. For they may suffer burns.
A child can receive a server burn quite quickly, so take a minute and check your homes water heater temperature setting. For example, if it is set at 125, don’t think that this is just a little more than what’s suggested, so nothing will happen; for even at 125° F, injuries can occur.
Fun facts
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The average home uses approximately 64 Gallons of water a day.
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$400 to $600 a year is the average home owner cost to heat their water for a year.
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2nd largest utility expense for a home owner. It is about 14% to 18% of the utility bill.
Tip
Flushing your water heater tank once a year helps get rid of the sediment build-up in it. Thus, the water heater will last longer and operate more efficiently.
Types of water heater
Tank water heaters ( the most common type)
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Electric
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Gas
Tankless water heaters
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Electric
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Gas
Boiler system
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Large system for complex
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Individual system for one home
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