EDP alerts: During winter, the electric shower can be the villain of the electricity bill

Monday 22, June 2020

The Distributor has put together some energy saving tips at bath time

In the coldest days, the electric shower can become a villain and represent a significant increase in the electricity bill at the end of the month. EDP, an electric energy distributor in Espírito Santo, warns that using the equipment 30 minutes a day in the ‘winter’ position may cause an increase of around R$ 60 in the electricity bill at the end of the month.

Thus, EDP gathered some tips for the rational use of the electric shower. Moreover, the guidelines begin before choosing the model, because the power of the equipment is directly related to the investment in the electrical installations of the residence, since the higher the power of the shower, the higher the energy consumption and, consequently, the higher it should be the capacity of the wires and the circuit breaker.

When buying a shower, one of the main factors to consider is the power of the device. “Generally, less powerful products heat water less and consume less energy. However, another fundamental factor for the economy is the change in habit. For example, by reducing the jet of the shower, the less powerful equipment is able to heat up sufficiently, reducing energy and water expenditure, contributing to the environment. When we use the 'summer' position, energy consumption is about 30% lower than in the 'winter' position”, informs Evandro Scopel, EDP's Commercial Service manager, remembering that if the family has a daily use time of for an hour of electric shower, the average increase in the energy bill will be R$ 120.

In addition, taking care of security on the premises is very important. “Electrical current leakage can cause accidents. Therefore, the shower connections must be well made and insulated so that there is no heating, always performed by a professional. Above all, for a safe bath, never touch the shower with the device on. The winter/summer switch must always be activated with the shower turned off”, adds Scopel.

The EDP manager also advises that if the consumer identifies a burning smell at bath time, this may indicate heating in a poor connection. "Turn off the shower immediately and call an electrician to make repairs," he warns.

Check out some energy saving tips when using the electric shower:
 

  • Whenever possible, keep the shower in the 'summer' position. Energy consumption is about 30% less than in the winter position;
  • Avoid long baths. Using the shower represents water and energy expenses. The consumer must limit his/her time under the hot water bath to the minimum necessary;
  • Do not shave, brush your teeth or shave under the shower;
  • When soaping or washing your hair, turn off the shower. With this attitude, a bath that lasts, on average, 8 to 10 minutes, can take a maximum of 3 or 4 minutes;