More than ever, there are no small savings to be made in the four corners of the house, starting with the bathroom. Here, all plumbers agree that a small change can make a big difference.
Every morning or evening, it’s the same ritual: a jet of hot water, a few minutes of well-deserved break before starting the day. A comfort that has become essential… but also an expense item that continues to rise. With the rise in energy prices, specialists are warning: domestic hot water now represents up to 20% of a home’s energy bill. However, a simple, almost innocuous gesture could considerably reduce this consumption.
Plumbers notice this during their interventions: most homes remain equipped with devices designed several years ago, which are not very efficient hydraulically. People think about insulating their windows or changing their boiler, but very rarely about what passes through their hands every day, a shame because it is often in the bathroom that a significant part of the waste takes place.
In just a few years, manufacturers have made great strides in reducing flow without sacrificing comfort. Newer systems incorporate air mixers or pressure regulators that optimize water output. Result: an identical sensation, but consumption largely divided. This is precisely what professionals now recommend to their budget-conscious clients.
The equipment in question is the water-saving shower head. Thanks to its ingenious design, it can save up to 50 euros per year on hot water consumption alone. Generally sold for less than 30 euros, this small accessory affects both the quantity of water used and the energy expenditure linked to its heating: a double gain for the wallet and the planet.
To go further, the craftsmen also suggest checking the joints, installing an aerator on the faucets, or adopting a shower hourglass to better control the time spent under water. Enough to combine ecology and savings, without giving up the pleasure of a well-tempered jet.
