The water heater thermostat sets the temperature of the stored water. The right setting balances the comfort, the safety, and the energy.
The setting
The one-twenty setting is the common recommended target. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Coeur d'Alene, the setting is the standard.
The access
The thermostat sits behind the panel on the tank. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Coeur d'Alene, the panel is the access.
The adjust
Turn the dial to the new temperature and the wait a day. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Coeur d'Alene, the adjust is the step.
The check
Test the tap temperature after the tank recovers. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Coeur d'Alene, the check is the measure.
The scald
The hot settings above the one-forty risk the scalds. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Coeur d'Alene, the scald is the risk.
The power
Turn the power off before you open the panel. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Coeur d'Alene, the off is the safety.
The call
Thermostat help? Call 888-217-3585 and Coeur d'Alene Plumbing Helpers will match you with a Coeur d'Alene pro for the service.
Plumbing in Coeur d'Alene: what to know
In Coeur d'Alene, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Kootenai County — from Hayden, Post Falls and Rathdrum to ZIP codes like 83815, 83814, 83854 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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