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Q. I would like to know if it is energy efficient to turn off an electric hot water heater when one is away from a house for a period of time. If it is energy efficient to turn the hot water heater ...

Dear Jim: My electric water heater is 18 years old, but still works and makes enough hot water. I want to reduce my water heating costs. What can I do to make my water heating more efficient other ...