MOSCOW, June 10 In May, compared to May last year, Russians began to give preference to more affordable models of appliances that allow heating water: the average bill for buying instantaneous water heaters decreased by 9%, to 8,970 rubles, and accumulative (boilers) — by 11%, up to 12,610 rubles, were calculated for the analytics of the Check Index service of the operator of fiscal data OFD Platform.
«The average purchase receipt for instantaneous water heaters amounted to 8,970 rubles, which is 9% lower than last year. The number of purchases at the same time increased by 51%. For storage water heaters (boilers), it reached 12,610 rubles, having decreased by 11 The number of purchases increased by 16%. Thus, the Russians switched to more economical options for devices,» a comparison of data for May this and last year showed.
Experts note that the needs of summer residents contributed to the growth in sales. The top purchases included electric instantaneous water heaters and boilers, primarily aimed at use in country houses.
«Obviously, for many, dacha living or summer vacations have become more relevant due to the increase in prices for air travel and hotel vacation options. Largely due to this, Russians who own and buy dachas seek to equip themselves with a comfortable life, including uninterrupted hot water supply outside the city,» experts say.