The Bathroom
The bathroom is generally the room in a house where the largest quantity of hot water is used so there are good opportunities for energy savings.
- A thermostatic mixing valve can be used to set the water at the same temperature, every time the shower is turned on.
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- Consider fitting a spray tap. It delivers as little as a cup of water for every half a bucket that an ordinary tap delivers, but still allows you to wash in the same way.
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- Take a shower rather than a bath.
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- Never leave hot water running unnecessarily.
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- Generate hot water only when it is required and store hot water efficiently.
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| Capital Cost Rating System |
| Approx Capital Cost |
Description |
| 0 -- Nil |
No Cost Project |
| € -- €1 - €40 |
Low Cost Project |
| €€ -- €40 - €200 |
Medium Cost Project |
| €€€ -- €200+ |
Long Term Investment |
| Pay-Back Periods Rating System |
| Rating |
Description |
| **** |
Typical Pay-Back in less than 6 months |
| *** |
Typical Pay-Back in less than 1 year |
| ** |
Typical Pay-Back in less than 3 years |
| * |
Typical Pay-Back in less than 5 years |
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