The running costs of a water softener
Are you going to a Buy a water softener, we believe it is important that, in addition to the purchase costs, the running costs The costs associated with a water softener should be clear to you. Below, we explain the various components of the running costs based on average water consumption.
Salt consumption:
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Based on average usage and average water hardness, the salt consumption for our water softeners is:
- Around €3.00 per month.
Water consumption:
A water softener needs to be flushed from time to time; cost:
- Less than €0.50 per month
Power consumption:
Our water softeners run on electricity. Their power consumption is:
- Less than €0.20 per month.
Conclusion: So, after purchase, your monthly running costs will be less than €3.70 per month.
By using a water softener These running costs will be more than offset by savings on soap, shampoo, limescale removers, dishwasher salt and powder, and other cleaning products. So it’s good for the environment too!
How much can you save with a water softener?
As well as the fact that a water softener costs money, it also saves you money. It’s very difficult to calculate exactly how much you’ll save with a water softener. This depends on your water consumption and all sorts of other personal factors. That is why we use a broad estimate ranging from 100 to 500 euros.
The most important thing is what appliances you have and how much it would cost to replace them. Savings of between €100 and €500 a year are a realistic possibility, but as mentioned, this depends on the factors mentioned.
One thing’s for sure: you’ll save money on soap, dishwasher tablets and dishwasher salt, shampoo, fabric softener, descaling tablets for coffee machines, descaling products such as Calgon, etc.
In addition, you double the service life from a kitchen tap and extend the lifespan of washing machines, dishwashers, central heating boilers, steam ovens, coffee machines, taps and sanitary ware, etc. What’s more, limescale-free pipes ensure that the rincrease the efficiency of your heating system. So, apart from the cost, it’s also good for the environment.
But above all, it’s the ease of cleaning and the convenience you get with a water softener (which, of course, saves a lot of time and therefore also saves money). What’s more, 9 out of 10 people find the water tastes better.
With a water softener, you’ll save on the following, amongst other things:
– Costs for equipment and sanitary facilities
– Cost/time involved in cleaning
– The cost of heating your home
– Costs for cleaning products, soap and shampoo.
In short, there are plenty of reasons for lots of people to choose a to buy a water softener.
But of course, that’s a personal choice for everyone.
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