Research

Average Hot Water Usage Sources:

• Gainesville Regional Utilities
• DOE Water Heater Fact Sheet
• DOE Consumer Guide

Hot Water Usage Estimates from Online Sources

Showering	20 gallons
Shaving	2 gallons
Washing Hands and Face	2.6 gallons
Shampooing Hair	4 gallons
Hand Dishwashing	3.6 gallons
Clothes Washing	25 gallons
Food Preparation	5 gallons