If you're planning to buy a new geyser for winter, don't rush into choosing the size. The wrong size will increase your monthly electricity bill. Find out which geyser is best for a family of 5.
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The month of October is almost over. A slight chill can be felt in the morning and evening air. Many people have started using geysers in their homes. So, those who don't already have one are considering purchasing a new one. If you too are planning to buy a new geyser for your home this winter, consider this.
So, first, you need to know what size geyser, or how many liters of capacity, is best for your family. Many times, people purchase geysers with the wrong capacity, resulting in higher electricity consumption. If your family consists of five members, then consider the appropriate liter geyser size.
How many liters of geyser is right for a family of 5 people?
If you have five members in your household, a geyser with a storage tank will work best for you rather than an instant geyser. However, the number of liters it should hold depends entirely on your bathing habits. If everyone in your household prefers to bathe with buckets and mugs, a storage geyser with a capacity of 15 to 25 liters would be ideal for a family of five.
The water in a geyser heats up very quickly, and by mixing cold water in a bucket and using it, three to four people can comfortably bathe with one hot water. However, if your bathroom shower is used frequently and people stand under it for long periods of time, you'll need a geyser with a capacity of at least 25 to 35 liters. The water in the shower flows continuously, so the hot water in the small tank runs out in just 10 minutes.
Which one should you choose according to your home?
Often, the biggest confusion in a family of five is between a 15-liter and a 25-liter geyser. You can understand this by looking at your family's daily routine. Let's say your family is busy with mornings and school trips, and five people need to shower one after the other. Then, consider a 25-liter geyser. This eliminates the need to repeatedly turn the geyser on and wait for the water to heat up.
But if two people in the house bathe early in the morning, while the rest bathe a little later or in the afternoon, then a 15-liter geyser will do the job quite well. This will save you the initial cost of purchasing the geyser, and the smaller tank will heat the water much faster. In the kitchen, it's better to install a separate 3- or 5-liter instant geyser for dishwashing.
Keep these things in mind while buying a geyser.
In addition to choosing the right size, considering the geyser's features is also very beneficial. In winter, the geyser contributes the largest portion of your household's electricity bill. Therefore, always purchase a geyser with a 5-star BEE rating. These have a thick layer of high-density insulation, which, once heated, prevents the water from cooling for hours. This eliminates the need to turn it on repeatedly, resulting in significant energy savings.
Additionally, if your area has hard water, consider choosing a geyser with a glass-lined or titanium coating over a standard steel tank. Salt water can cause corrosion in standard tanks and heating elements, leading to leaks within two to three years. Also, ensure you purchase a minimum 5-7 year warranty on the inner tank and safety features like a thermal cut-off.
