Electric Showers

Electric showers, which can be called instantaneous showers heat water instantly when required which gives them the advantage of working independently of your home heating system. This type of shower water from the mains cold water supply via its integral electric water pump which becomes heated by passing across an element, much as in an electric kettle. This system can be described as pumped electric showers. Electric showers are widely available and very easy to install for a qualified technician. There are many different styles and outputs to choose from with prices to suit every pocket - cheap electric showers need not mean quality is compromised! Electric showers can be retro-fitted to your existing bathroom without too much expense and are ideal for homes where space is limited or for adding an en-suite shower to your home.

Depending on your personal preference, there are white electric showers and chrome electric showers or a combination of white and chrome. Electric showers can have outputs ranging from 7.5 kilowatts to 10.5 kilowatts, with 8.5 kilowatts electric showers being a popular choice by homeowners. As electric showers do not rely on a supply of stored hot water, they are ideal for families or households with a limited supply of hot water and are therefore able to offer the bonus of a relaxing shower whenever you need to unwind! Electric showers are very economical to operate for this reason as water is not wasted and there is less consumption of electricity so household fuel costs are reduced as a result. Latest models also offer the benefit of increased control of water temperature to enable you to get just the right temperature for you - some like it hot! Whether you choose the basic white electric shower or opt for one of the chrome electric showers, all share one or a combination of features, depending on the model. Riser rails allow the height of the shower head to be adjusted to suit individual requirements, with longer rails giving more flexibility of height. Shower heads are attached to the riser rails and are normally handheld. Most have a selection of spray modes, which offer either a gentle spray to a full-on jet - ideal when you need to wake up fast and the caffeine hasn’t kicked in yet!

Most electric showers have variable power settings, regardless of output with a ‘low’ or ‘economy setting offering a reduction in the amount of power needed. Electric showers make good economic and environmental sense too! It is possible to purchase water-saving shower heads which are both energy-saving and cost-effective. With the huge variety of electric showers available on the market, it is worthwhile seeking guidance and advice from suppliers and manufacturers alike to ensure you make the best selection for your particular situation. Most reputable suppliers will be able to offer expert advice and help you make your choice. So, whether you are on a tight budget and looking for a cheap electric shower, or would like to upgrade to one of the latest models with the advantages of increased energy output and advanced temperature control, there is an electric shower out there for you - more power to your shower!

How do electric showers work? This type of shower takes water from the mains cold water supply via its integral electric water pump. Water is heated when you turn the shower on when it passes over a heating element inside the shower. The major benefit of an electric shower is that they don't use stored hot water - so become ideal for families and households that have a limit on the hot water available - which means it's always ready for use when ever you need a relaxing shower.

How easy are they to fit? Very easy for a suitably qualified installer.

Why are your prices so much cheaper than DIY stores? We specialise in heating and plumbing supplies, supplying customers from all over the UK from our warehouses - which can be run at a fraction of the costs when compared to running DIY stores. These savings are passed onto our customers, in the form of online discounts.

DO we get the same guarantees that you would get from a DIY store? Yes, all products come with the manufacturers normal guarantees.