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Water Heating

Water heating can account for 14%–25% of the energy consumed in your home. You can reduce your monthly water heating bills by selecting the appropriate water heater for your home or pool and by using some energy-efficient water heating strategies.

Here you'll find the following information:

Selecting a New Water Heater

Provides information about choosing a water heating system that will not only provide enough hot water but also that will do so energy efficiently, saving you money.

Energy-Efficient Water Heating

Features strategies to help you decrease water heating costs in your home.

Swimming Pool Heating

Includes information about selecting a pool heating system and ways to improve your pool's energy efficiency.