On April 16, 2015, water heater manufacturers must comply with new Department of Energy (DOE) standards. The most common water heaters manufactured on and after this date will get a modest boost in efficiency. Units over 55 gallons will shift to next-generation technology, cutting utility bills by one-fourth to one-half depending on the technology.
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