Water Heater Insulation

Before you read another line of this post, go touch your water heater. Is it warm? That’s proof that you could use some insulation.

Water heaters that aren’t properly insulated lose heat and cost you money. By insulating your water heater, you can reduce heat loss by up to 45%, which can reduce your water heating bill by up to 9%. Your options for adding extra insulation to the tank are to install a rigid piece of insulation, called a bottom board, beneath your tank or to wrap it with an insulating blanket or jacket.

Homeowners can easily find insulating blankets and jackets for sale, but if your tank is gas or oil fired, it is best to ask a plumbing and heating professional who is aware of safety issues to add the extra insulation. Although the process isn’t difficult, it’s easy for someone inexperienced to block airflow to the burner, or accidentally cover a drain or flue.

By: AAA Plumbing and Heating