3 Best Commercial Taps for Saving Water and Money

No matter what establishment you're running – whether it’s a school, leisure centre, office, or hospitality business – finding simple ways to save money without cutting corners is top of the agenda.  

Speaking of which, did you know that the types of taps you install in your commercial bathrooms can directly impact the amount you're forking out on water bills? There’s also the added benefit that water-saving taps will simultaneously be better for the environment, so it’s a win-win situation. 

Here we’ll look at the 3 best commercial taps for saving water and money, helping your establishment to cut bills whilst boosting your green credentials. 

1. Self-Closing Commercial Taps

Taking the top spot as the best taps for saving both water and money, self-closing taps are ideal for establishments looking to conserve water. 

With these commercial taps, users are required to press down on the tap head and a timed flow of water will be produced when the push button is released. 

Depending on the self-closing tap that you choose, you can select the length of time that the water flows for. For example, these basin taps feature a 7-second timed water flow to prevent water wastage.  

The push button can be depressed several times to ensure the necessary hand-washing time is achieved, but the limited session time also prevents water from continuing to flow once the user has left the basin. 

2. Automatic Sensor Taps 

Another great option for controlling water usage and limiting money spent on water bills, automatic sensor taps have an infrared sensor that needs to be activated to start the waterflow. 

These commercial taps run for a certain length of time from the point of sensor activation, before turning off. The timing can vary depending on the tap, but they’re generally programmed to provide the ‘optimum’ amount of water – approximately 20 to 30 seconds. If activated a second time, they’ll run for a further 20 to 30 seconds. 

An additional advantage of automatic sensor taps is that they are very hygienic. The hands-free nature of sensor taps makes them ideal for preventing the transmission of bacteria. 

3. Toggle Lever Commercial Taps 

Toggle lever taps are a great solution for commercial washrooms where it’s important to prevent water wastage. 

For maximum savings, look for styles that are fitted with a flow regulator, like our Bristan Single Lever Toggle Tap. These offer a two-pronged approach to conserving money and reducing water bills. 

The lever toggle mechanism means that the water flows for a set length of time, while the flow regulator helps ensure that the amount of water leaving the tap during that time is controlled. 

For reference, our flow regular can reduce the amount of water by approximately 80%, from 36.5l/min to just 6l/min! 

Not All Commercial Taps are Made Equal 

To find the best taps for conserving water and saving money, one of the most important things to look for is a controlled water flow time. 

If you fit taps that have the potential to be left on indefinitely, human error will likely mean that the taps are left on by accident from time to time. A tap that is left running wastes approximately six litres per minute, which is sure to add up in terms of water wastage and bills. 

For more advice about finding the best taps for your establishment, why not contact the experts at Commercial Washrooms? We’ll be happy to assess your requirements and provide a quote for our services, so message us via our contact form or call us on 01202 650900!