One of the large consumers of energy at home is the water heating system, whether electric or gas, which is why I propose some measures that, will help you optimize this expense in times of crisis.The greater the difference in temperature between the water accumulated in the tank and the one we need at home, whether it is for bathing, washing or scrubbing, the greater the energy cost, which is why it is important to insulate the tank so that it preserve the temperature of the water. As high as possible and thus the expense will be lower.

As these tanks are generally outdoors, the water contained in them is at room temperature, and if we are in winter, it could even freeze, as happens in rivers and pools.

Save on water heating

• The first thing then is to thermally insulate the tank, wrapping it in 2 turns of pressed glass wool felt with 5 cm reinforced aluminum foil. Of thickness. Proceed in the same way with the lid and the bottom. The whole is secured with tie wire. The felt acts as a barrier against the cold while the metallic aluminum surface refracts the sun’s rays, preventing excess temperatures in summer.
• The insulated tank behaves like a thermos to which a solar heater could be connected, even if it is handmade, thanks to which you could take advantage of the sun’s heat to increase the temperature and reduce energy consumption for that purpose.
• It is important to keep in mind that in countries where temperatures are below zero, it is also necessary to insulate the pipes that are outdoors to avoid clogging due to freezing and even pipe breakage due to the expansion of ice. Conduits of the black polyethylene pipe type should be buried in trenches of about 40 cm. deep.
• Another measure could be to organize activities at home in such a way that the use of the heater is optimized. That is, turn it on at a time that allows you to use that water simultaneously in the bathroom, scrubbing and washing. In this way you will not only save energy, but also concentrate on housework in a shorter space of time and the rest you can use in matters that bring you greater pleasure such as reading, listening to music or simply taking care of your physical appearance.