Reduce your energy consumption by short term rental (LCD) is no longer an option: it is a direct lever for maintaining profitability of his own good, reduce fixed costs and show a eco-responsible approach for travelers.

Rising prices, sometimes inattentive behavior of tenants, repeated short stays: all factors that can increase your energy bills... but also optimization opportunities.

❓ Why is the energy bill higher for short-term rentals?

Unlike a traditional rental where the charges are paid by the tenant, in LCD, the owner takes care of everything. As a result, travelers do not always have the reflex to limit their consumption.

According to ADEME, energy consumption per night Maybe 30 to 50% higher for seasonal rentals and for long-term rentals.

🔧 What is the first lever to reduce energy expenditure?

Install a connected or programmable thermostat. It is one of the most effective and quickly profitable solutions. It allows you to:

• Automatically program the temperature according to arrival and departure times.
• Reduce the heating between two stays without having to physically go back to the accommodation.
• Maintain a comfortable temperature without overconsuming.

Concrete case: an owner in Strasbourg reduced her annual bill by 25% by maintaining the heating at 17°C between bookings and 21°C only a few hours before arrival.

🔐 How do you prevent travelers from leaving the heating or air conditioning on?

Here are three complementary solutions:

• Remote lockable thermostat (via a mobile app)
• Window sensors that turn off the heating when an opening is detected
• Discreet reminder message in the welcome booklet or on the radiators

Pro tip: Add a small eco-friendly note to your welcome message. This reinforces your image as a committed manager.

💡 And for lighting, what simple actions should you take?

• Replace all lightbulbs with Low consumption LED (up to 80% savings)
• Install motion detectors in passageways (entrance, corridors, WC)
• Remove the halogen lamps, very energy-intensive

💰 A rental with 12 light spots can save between 40 and 60 €/year just by replacing the lightbulbs.

🛠️ Are A+++ home appliances really more cost effective?

Yes, especially if you have several properties or aim for optimized management.

• Opt for economical devices (fridge, TV, washing machine)
• Give preference to those with automatic shut-off (kettle, coffee maker)
• Switch off the night before with power strips with switch

An A+ fridge consumes around 200 kWh/year. An A+++ model consumes 100. Over 5 years, this represents approximately €100 savings.

🧠 Can we raise awareness among travelers without being intrusive?

Absolutely. Here are a few examples of kind messages :

• “Please turn off the lights when you go out 🌍”
• “The heating is already set for your comfort 🏡”
• “A 5-minute shower = 60 L of water saved 🚿”

💡 A pictogram or a touch of humor often works better than a dry message.

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🧹 What to do between two stays to limit expenses?

Here is a Simple checklist to apply :

• Lower the heat to 16—17°C
• Switch off radiators in unused rooms
• Switch off the internet box, the power strips, the TV
• Close shutters/curtains to maintain heat

⏳ On an unoccupied home 48 hours, this can represent 5 to 10€ of immediate savings.

🏗️ What sustainable works or investments can help?

Even with a small budget, some arrangements allow a sustainable improvement of energy performance :

• Inertia radiators (replace old convectors)
• Connected or thermodynamic water heater
• Insulating joints, thermal curtains, door sills
• In the house: solar panels for domestic hot water

📉 These investments can be amortized in 3 to 7 years, while increasing the perceived value of housing.

💼 Is it really worth it?

Yes, without hesitation.

• ✅ You lower your fixed costs
• ✅ You improve the net profitability of your business
• ✅ You promote your ad to travelers who are sensitive to eco-responsibility

💶 A well-managed home can save up to 400 to 800€ per year on his energy bills.

✅ IN SUMMARY

Which is expensive, It's inaction.

A simple mix:
→ some smart equipment +
→ good programming +
→ a discreet message at the right time =
a lighter bill without sacrificing comfort.

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