How to Insulate Your Water Heater

How to Insulate the Water Heater?

Is the tank of your water heater warm to the touch? Be careful! A hot water heater tank means you are having heat loss, which is wasting electricity and all of this is costing you a lot of money. Consider the idea of ​​insulating your water heater: it is one of the simplest do-it-yourself things you can do to save energy, money and ensure the durability of the appliance.

Things to know in advance:

Do not isolate a water heater that is currently leaking. All leaks must be resolved first through full repair or replacement services.

Insulation blankets can be purchased for a few euros, and some even come in handy insulating blanket kits with everything you need included.

How to Insulate Your Water Heater
Homeowners can see energy savings within just one year.

Detailed guide on how to insulate the water heater:

Shutdown: make sure there is no power or gas in the water heating unit. Electric water heaters should be turned off on the electrical panel, while gas water heaters should be turned off by turning the gas valve to the “pilot” position.

Measure the height: Measure your water heater from top to bottom. Cut your insulating blanket to be at the exact height. Do not worry about the top of the water heater, as it must be open to allow the vent to open.

Cut to size: Attach the insulating blanket to the water heater for a short period of time so that you can mark (with a marker) where the access panels, gas valves, burners and pipes are located. Remove the blanket, place it on the ground, and start cutting out these marked areas. For safety, widen the openings around the gas valve and the burner area by one inch more than the actual size.

Final installation: Use the tape provided with the insulation cover kit (or electrical tape) and permanently secure the blanket in place. Make sure all openings are properly aligned with all access panels, valves, burners and pipes. Now you can turn on the electric switch or the gas valve again.

Tip for perfect insulation of the water heater:

Remember to keep the water heater temperature at 120 degrees Fahrenheit (49 degrees C). This will ensure the perfect relationship between temperature and energy savings.

Insulating your water heater tank is not only easy, it is also economical and helps you save even more money on your energy bills. If you would like a professional to insulate, repair, replace or install your water heater, be sure to call us! UK Plumbing Service is at your complete disposal 24 hours a day, every day of the year, even during holidays and the month of August for any emergency of insulation, repair or maintenance of the water heater. We operate throughout the UK and also in the province, intervening in emergencies or scheduling an appointment according to your needs.


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