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Replacing Standard Toilets with Smart Toilets: Why the Investment Can Pay Off
- By: Llacey Simmons
- 10/14/2021
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The most used room in the house (and definitely the most important) is the bathroom. It is estimated that the average American household uses five to seven gallons of water for each toilet flush. (Imagine how much that is in a given week!) With the emergence of energy- and water-efficient appliances and fixtures, many homeowners are opting to replace older water-guzzling toilets with new “smart” ones. But, is upgrading your toilets the right investment to make?
Smart toilets: A smart investment
Not only do smart toilets reduce the amount of water that is needed to discard waste, they also are gentler on your home’s plumbing system. And, anything that can lengthen the life of your home’s pipes is well worth the investment.
Smart toilets also can come with a host of convenient and sleek features such as a nightlight, automatic toilet seat opening and flushing, plus many newer models also come equipped with heated toilet seats. Not having to touch the toilet improves the hygienic environment in the bathroom and leads to the spread of fewer germs.
If space is a challenge in your bathroom, smart toilets are at least 25%-40% smaller in size than traditional toilets, giving you an easy way to make a cramped bathroom instantly feel bigger.
The downsides to smart toilets
As much as the smart toilet can be water-efficient, it does require more electricity use than the average toilet. However, most models are very energy-efficient and homeowners likely won’t notice a significant increase in their energy bills.
The only drawback with an electric-using toilet, is that if it breaks, it’s not often a simple part fix. Smart toilets can be costly to repair, as many of the issues they encounter are electrical in nature.
Conclusion
Nevertheless, as prospective homebuyers are actively looking for more efficient, more modern and more conveniently built/accessorized houses, investing in smart toilets can be a smart investment. It definitely adds an instant appeal that can help your house stand out in the market.
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