Answers matching: water heating

Water Heaters
Which is most cost effective for water heaters? Electric or LP gas? - William , Janesville, WI

Natural gas is the least expensive to operate.

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Heating and Cooling
Should I replace my floor heat or install a boiler? - Laura , Elk Mound, WI

Focus recommends installing a high-efficiency boiler.

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Water Heaters
Is it efficient to install a water heater in the kitchen to avoid running the faucet a long time? - Bob , Cedarburg, WI

In some cases, this is efficient.

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Appliances
Are there rebates available for purchasing energy efficient appliances? - Mike , Altoona, WI

Yes, depending on the type of appliance.

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Federal Tax Credits
Is there any tax incentive with on demand water heaters? - Joe, Delavan, WI

Here’s some Web sites you can visit for more info.

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Water Heaters
If I leave my home for extended periods, should I turn off my water heater? - Angie , Milwaukee, WI

If you’re gone for several days or a week it may make sense.

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Water Heaters
Are there any reducers/timers that I can install - my children take LONG showers? - Francie , Union Grove, WI

Timers are available to help and habits can be changed.

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Renewable Energy
Could you use a small wind generator to pre-heat water for a residential hot water system? - Michael, Algoma, WI

There is no technical reason not to, but it may waste electrical generation.

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Appliances
Are there any energy rebates available for a water heater, softener, and washer and dryer? - Mary, Waukesha, WI

Yes, depending on the type of appliance.

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Water Heaters
Are there incentives for switching from electric to an LP tankless water heater? - James, Eagle River, WI

It depends. Read on to learn more.

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Appliances
What is the most economical time of day to use high-energy appliances? - Tom , Hartford, WI

When it comes to saving energy, you have choices. Read on!

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Water Heaters
How soon can I expect to recover the cost of a tankless waterheater? - Ron , Woodland, WI

You can save money in the long run with a tankless water heater.

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Appliances
Can I save money by using large appliances during off-peak hours? - Ann , Weston, WI

When it comes to saving energy, you have choices. Read on!

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Water Heaters
Will I save energy, water and money if I install a hot water circulating pump? - Debra , Berlin, WI

Yes, these can help you save.

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Renewable Energy
Where can I find a information on vendors who sell solar hot water heaters? - Abby , Edgerton, WI

Check out the Focus Solar Hot Water Full Service Installer List.

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Water Heaters
Can you get more than one rebate for converting from electric water heater to gas? - Sue , Muskego, WI

Yes, but there are some factors. Read on for more.

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Water Heaters
Are there rebates or tax write offs for a 50 gallon propane hot water heater? - Roxanne , Kewaskum, WI

Depending on the water heater, you may qualify for incentives.

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Home Improvement
Why is my electric bill so high? - Jodie, Brown Deer, WI

There are many reasons your electric bill may seem high. Read on for help.

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Water Heaters
If I buy a new energy-efficient water heater now, how do I apply for a rebate? - Sharon, Omro, WI

Fill out the application on our Web site and mail it in with the invoice.

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Water Heaters
Is there a long-term cost difference between standard water heaters and tankless? - Matt , Watertown, WI

This depends on the energy used to heat the tankless water heater.

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Businesses
How much energy can be saved by lowering the temperature on an indoor pool? - Ken , Green Bay, WI

You can save energy heating the pool and on ventilating the area.

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Water Heaters
We replaced our water heater in May 2009. How do we apply for a rebate? - Maryann, Algoma,WI

You will need to send in certain information by 3/31.

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Appliances
Can I save money by only using high-energy appliances at night? - Tom , Hartford, WI

When it comes to saving energy, you have choices. Read on!

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New Construction
I want to build a home that is green, what are the first steps I should take? - Fred, Milwaukee, WI

Tell your builder you want a Focus on Energy New Home!

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Appliances
Can I save money running my appliances at night after a certain time? - Wendy, Claymont, DE

When it comes to saving energy, you have choices. Read on!

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New Construction
I'm having a new home built. What should my builder do to make it more efficient? - John, Madison, WI

Tell your builder you want a Focus on Energy New Home!

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Appliances
Do you offer Cash-Back rewards on appliances? - Abby , Edgerton, WI

Yes, depending on the type of appliance.

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Water Heaters
How do I install a timer for my water hearter? - Colleen, Milwaukee, WI

A water heater blanket may be a better choice.

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Heating and Cooling
Can I use a water heater instead of a boiler for radiant floor heat? - Joyce , Green Bay, WI

Water heaters can be used for radiant systems but not efficiently

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Water Heaters
Should I replace my water heater with a power-vent or direct-vent model? - Bret, Eau Claire, WI

Both power-vent and direct-vent are effective.

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Water Heaters
What are the current residential water heater incentives? - Mike, Wauwatosa, WI

Read on for full details.

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Home Improvement
How much energy can be saved by lowering the temperature on an indoor pool? - ken kozak, green bay wisconsin

You can save energy heating the pool and on ventilating the area.

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Water Heaters
Is there any energy savings for replacing two 40 gal. water heaters with one 75 gallon tank? - Mary Ann, Pewaukee, WI

Yes, this will save you money.

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Water Heaters
I recently installed a tankless heater. How long will it take to pay for itself? - Ron, Woodland, WI

There’s a little bit of math involved in this one!

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Businesses
Are there incentives for replacing the water heater at my business? - Vic , Hudson, WI

Some business equipment may qualify for incentives..

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Water Heaters
Would an electric on-demand water heater fit my needs under a Time of Use program? - Arlene , Bruce Crossing, MI

There might be a better solution.

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New Construction
Will I save money on my energy bills by building a Focus on Energy New Home? - Joey, Mequon, WI

Yes, they are more energy efficient.

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