Improperly Set Hot Water Heater Thermostats

Every year thousands of people are severely scalded by ordinary tap water. Some die. Most are young children, but the elderly and disabled are also victims. If your water heater is set at 140 degree Fahrenheit or more, and most are, it can cause third-degree burns in less than 5 seconds. Lowering the temperature to 120 degrees fahrenheit can lower the risk and lower your energy bill. At that setting you'll still have enough hot water for most household uses and you'll greatly reduce the chances of a scalding accident.