Rinse in cold water: The temperature of the Rinse water has no effect on cleaning. If you rinse with cold water you can save more energy because you are heating less water.

Place the Washer Close to the Water Heater: When water flows through the pipes it is losing heat. If you place your washer close to the water heater it will have a shorter distance to travel meaning the water doesn’t cool down as much. You can also insulate the pipes between the washer and the heater which will help retain more heat.

Don’t Dry Clothes Excessively: A lot of the older dryers simply dry clothes for a certain time limit. If you are looking to purchase a new dryer look for a model that will actually stop once it senses that the clothes is dry. Drying laundry excessively uses more energy and is harder on your fabrics.

Clean the Lint Filter: After each load clean the filter to keep the dryer running efficiently. Also, periodically check the air vent and hose for clogging. Keeping the air vent and hose free of lint prevents a fire hazard.

Repair Dripping Faucets Promptly: If you have a leaking faucet anywhere in your house make sure to put that at the top of your list for things that need to be fixed. If the faucet leaks hot water, the energy used to heat it is costing you money. (One drop a second can waste up to 48 gallons a week!)