If turning your hot water heater down is a solution to prevent scalding, but turning it up is a solution to combat legionella bacteria growth, then what are you supposed to do?
Installation of a mixing valve can provide a solution to both ends of the problem by adequately mixing enough cold water with hot to deliver water at a safe temperature from the faucet. However, it keeps the water in the tank at a maximum temperature to eliminate the growth of legionella.
A mixing valve will deliver tap water at a safe, comfortable temperature, yet still provide plenty of water hot enough to please those who love hot showers. They can save energy because water heaters operate more efficiently at higher temperatures, while providing your home with up to 40 percent more hot water without increasing the size of your hot water tank.
That's the possibility of up to 60 gallons of water out of a 40-gallon tank!
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