Have you ever relaxed in a hot shower after a long day of work or soothed a sore throat with a warm cup of tea? If you answered “yes” to either of these questions, you have your natural gas water heater to thank. Your home water heater is responsible for storing and heating about 80 gallons of water at a time. Day and night, your water heater tank is working tirelessly to keep your water warm and your family happy. At times, though, like when you’re heading on vacation, you may need to adjust the temperature on your water heater.
Knowing how to adjust the temperature can help protect your family, reduce your energy consumption and ultimately save you money. And the best part? Here’s how to do it yourself: Saving energy and money doesn’t get much simpler than that! Here’s what you just learned (plus a few more helpful hints): • Location, Location, Location: Before you begin, know where your temperature dial is located.