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We spend a lot of time in our bathrooms. Not only are they functional spaces – essential for keeping clean and doing our – er, business – they’re also somewhere many of us retreat to at the end of a long day to get some quiet time, be that taking a soak in a relaxing bath or having a nice hot shower. Some might even think of their bathroom as their own private oasis.

Bathroom renovations are increasingly popular in New Zealand. Not only is transforming your space a great way to introduce a little slice of luxury into your home, there’s also a lot of value to be found in renovating your bathroom, with an estimated return of $4 for every $1 spent.

If you’re thinking about renovating, adding a bidet is a great way to level up your bathroom game. Not only do they introduce a touch of opulence to your bathroom, but they’re also an incredibly hygienic, practical, cost-effective and sustainable addition to your home.

While bidets aren’t as common in New Zealand as they are in other parts of the world, their popularity here is on the rise. If you’ve been to Asia recently, or you know someone who has, it’s likely you’ve heard all about the benefits they can offer. In Japan, for instance, they’re so popular that around 77% of the population uses one!

Are you looking to jump on board the bidet bandwagon? Whether you’re adding a bidet to your toilet, or looking at a standalone option, it’s easy to install a bidet with Ezy Peazy! Thanks to our extensive network of skilled professionals, installing a bidet in your home is just a few clicks away!

In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits of installing a bidet in your bathroom and how you can add one to your home effortlessly.

Benefits of Installing a Bidet

Bidets are a specialised plumbing fixture, used to clean yourself after you go to the toilet (you may have heard them referred to as a ‘bum gun.’) Whether you’re looking to retrofit a bidet to your existing bathroom or wanting to install a standalone unit, adding a bidet to your home comes with a huge range of benefits. From superior hygiene, reduced environmental impact, cost savings, plus a little bit of comfort and luxury – there’s a lot to love!

Benefit #1: Superior Hygiene

When it comes to your daily ablutions, bidets provide a far better clean compared to toilet paper. Not only are you actually using water to wash yourself after using the bathroom, rather than potentially smearing things around with dry paper, but bidets may also limit your exposure to nasty germs like e-coli. That’s because, when you use a bidet, your hands aren’t coming into close contact with any bodily fluids, minimising opportunities for particles to get onto your skin.

These hygiene benefits are amplified even more for seniors, women who have just given birth and people with mobility challenges who might struggle with toileting due to incontinence or difficulty turning and twisting to wipe.

These hygiene benefits are amplified even more for seniors, women who have just given birth and people with mobility challenges who might struggle with toileting due to incontinence or difficulty turning and twisting to wipe.

Benefit #2: Environmental Impact

When you attach a bidet to an existing toilet, you can reap major environmental benefits. Who knew that simply changing up your bottom-cleaning apparatus could reduce your environmental footprint?!

Installing a bidet attachment drastically reduces your reliance on toilet paper, cutting down on the household waste you produce. Not only this – but toilet paper usage also directly contributes to deforestation – and while there are more eco-friendly toilet paper options on offer (using recycled paper, for instance), when you weigh everything up, the bidet still wins out. Additionally - and this may come as a surprise - using a bidet actually saves water. This is because of the massive amounts of water needed during toilet paper production.

And, perhaps most concerning of all, lots of toilet paper brands contain polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as PFAS or ‘forever chemicals.’ They’re called forever chemicals because they’re extremely difficult to break down – and they’ve been linked to a mountain of environmental and health issues. Opting for a bidet over toilet paper avoids this completely.  

Benefit #3: Cost Savings

There’s no avoiding the fact that there’s a cost to install a bidet – and this cost can be more or less depending on the type of bidet you’re getting installed. For instance, the cost to install a handheld bidet is going to be cheaper than a bidet toilet seat or a smart bidet that includes all the bells and whistles (like a heated seat and air dryer).

However, it stands to reason that, if you’re reducing your toilet paper consumption, you’re going to be spending less money over time. Depending on the size of your family, it’s not unrealistic that you might go through more than a standard 6 pack of toilet rolls each week – and, if a 6 pack of toilet paper is around $7 on average, you could be saving around $364 a year!

When you look at it this way, installing a bidet is an investment that could very well pay for itself over time.

Benefit #4: Comfort and Luxury

If having a cleaner tush, reducing your environmental footprint and being kinder on your wallet aren’t reason enough to have a bidet added to your toilet, they also offer touch of comfort and luxury to your home – especially if you opt for one with advanced features, like warm water, heated seats and air dryers, all of which sound positively spa-like!

Have you converted to the bum gun brigade yet?

Types of Bidets to Consider

When it comes to bidets, there’s a whole range of different types to choose from. From basic handheld bidet set-ups to standalone fixtures, right through to electronic integrated bidet toilets (also called electronic  or ‘smart’ bidets), there’s an option to suit any family, preference and budget.

Standalone bidets

Standalone bidets are a separate plumbing fixture, usually made from porcelain or ceramic, that sit next to a toilet. They typically look like a shorter, bowl-shaped sink – complete with a faucet – some of which have a spray function. The idea is that you move over to the bidet after you’ve used the toilet to wash yourself. These can be awkward for elderly people or those with mobility impairments due to the need to lower yourself onto the bidet and sit astride it. Standalone bidets are typically either wall hung or ‘back to wall’. Back to wall bidets sit on the ground. To install a standalone bidet you’ll also need to have access to pipes as the bidet will need to be plumbed in, and your bathroom will need to have ample space to accommodate it. These more traditional bidets can cost around $400-$500 apiece.

Bidet attachments/ handheld bidets

Bidet attachments or handheld bidets (also sometimes called a bidet sprayer) are bidets that are attached to your toilet and look a little bit like a hose with a nozzle. This allows flexibility and avoids the need to install a separate plumbing fixture. This option is typically easy to install as it doesn’t require any extra floor space and all you need to do is attach the bidet using your toilet’s T valve. If you have a tankless toilet, this could prove a little trickier however, as you may need to access pipes inside your wall. Handheld bidets tend to be the most cost effective with some bidet sprayer kits costing as little as $30. These are a great ‘entry level’ option, if you’re not quite ready to commit to a more expensive bidet.

Bidet toilet seats

Looking for something a little more luxurious? Why not install a bidet toilet seat? Bidet toilet seats offer a more comfortable, high-tech experience than handheld bidet attachments or traditional bidets. While there are a range of high-tech and lower-spec options, most smart bidet toilet seats will come with some type of added feature, such as warm water capability, remote-controlled water pressure or air-drying. The ease of use and advanced functionality makes this a great option for seniors and people with disabilities. Smart bidet toilet seat installation is quite a bit more involved than attaching a handheld bidet to your toilet as it requires you to remove your existing toilet seat first. To ensure you have the best finished product, such as a toilet seat that sits flush and securely against your existing toilet, consider enlisting the help of a professional.

The cost for a bidet toilet seat can be anything from a few hundred dollars through to a couple of thousand, epending on how high-tech you go.

Integrated bidet toilets

Integrated bidet toilets, also called smart toilets or electric bidets, are the most premium option when it comes to selecting a bidet. These are fixtures that combine both the toilet and bidet functions into one piece of equipment. They often come with multiple spray settings and air-drying functionality. Some will also even include automatic seat opening and closing. Like bidet toilet seats, these are a super luxurious option, and much more user-friendly for the elderly and mobility-impaired. However, electric bidet installation is by far and away the most expensive option when upgrading your bathroom – with the unit itself usually costing a few thousand dollars.

Why Professional Bidet Installation is Key

You might be wondering whether it’s possible to self-install a bidet. 

While it certainly is – and some options lend themselves more easily to a DIY approach, such as handheld bidets – at Ezy Peazy we always recommend getting a bidet installed by a professional. 

Calling in an expert not only ensures proper functionality of both plumbed in and electrical components, but it’ll also save you mountains of stress, time and potential damage to your new bidet.

For instance, if you want to add a bidet to your toilet and your existing toilet happens to be tankless – this can make things a little complicated as your T valve – which you’ll need to connect your bidet to so that it has a water supply -  might actually be located within the wall of your bathroom. There’s also a chance that DIY bidet installation, if not done correctly, could lead to leaks or void your manufacturer’s warranty. If you’re fitting a bidet toilet seat, a professional will ensure everything is aligned and secured so your new fixture looks nice and sleek and doesn’t wobble around when you sit down. A professional plumber will also ensure your bidet’s water pressure is just right, so you’re not left frustrated by a slow trickle of water or blasted away by something resembling a high pressure fire hose!

Additionally, the New Zealand Building Code has strict regulations when it comes to the installation of many types of bidets. This is because you’re connecting another item to the sewerage system. Many city councils across New Zealand mandate the addition of a backflow prevention device. A backflow prevention device stops any waste from flowing back into the public water supply – making this an absolutely essential step. While some bidets (like some integrated bidet toilets) will come with the backflow system already in place, it’s still crucial to ensure your bidet and its accompanying backflow device is properly connected. The best way to reliably ensure you’re meeting the mandated plumbing requirements for a bidet is to have it installed by a professional – especially if you’re attaching a bidet to a toilet where the backflow system isn’t already built in.

Book your Bidet Installation with Ezy Peazy!

When it comes to bidets, we highly recommend booking a professional installation. Not only does calling in the experts save you time and effort, but it also ensures your new bidet is installed correctly and that you’re compliant with the NZ Building Code – saving you potential headaches down the line.

With Ezy Peazy, booking a professional to help with plumbing in a bidet is just a few clicks away. Thanks to our extensive network of reliable taskers, which includes highly rated local plumbers, it’s simple, safe and affordable to have your bidet installed.

All you need to do is list a job on the Ezy Peazy platform free of charge and include your specific requirements (e.g. whether you’re looking for luxury bidet installation, fitting a bidet spray or something else), preferred budget, timeframe and location and then wait for offers from trusted local plumbers to roll in.

You’ll then be able to review offers, plus any testimonials a tasker has received before you make your choice, and schedule the job at a time that’s convenient for you. Your chosen tasker will then come to you, equipped with all the necessary tools, knowhow and skills and assess your bidet installation requirements before getting to work. They’ll be able to take care of installing a backflow system if needed plus trickier jobs that may require access to plumbing within your walls.

Best of all, your payment is secured and won’t be released from our platform until you’re 100% satisfied with the job that’s been completed.

Frequently Asked Questions About Bidet Installation

Is adding a bidet to an existing toilet easy?

If you’re looking to attach a bidet to your toilet, the difficulty will vary depending on the type of bidet you choose and the type of existing toilet, plus bathroom set-up you have. While most bidet attachments or toilet seat bidets are designed for easy installation, there are some potential pitfalls that might trip you up if you don’t have any experience. A professional plumber will ensure you’re compliant with the NZ Building Code, avoid damage to your new bidet and existing bathroom fixtures and ensure fixtures are snug and secure and the water pressure is just right.

What is the cost of installing a bidet?

Bidet installation cost will depend on the type of bidet and the complexity of your bathroom’s plumbing setup. Installation costs for handheld bidets will be fairly cheap, but luxury or integrated bidet toilets may require extra work. If you’re installing a standalone bidet, you’ll also need to consider any re-tiling or re-flooring work if these need to be pulled up to install the new fixtures.

Can I install a bidet myself?

While lots of bidets are marketed as ‘easy install’ or ‘DIY-friendly’ – we strongly recommend enlisting the help of a skilled professional. If you don’t know what you’re doing, improper installation can lead to leaks or damage (something you’ll want to avoid if you’ve just shelled out several thousand dollars for an integrated smart bidet!). There are also important regulations you need to comply with in New Zealand as mandated by the NZ Building Code. Calling in an expert ensures you have a stress-free experience and leaves you with a professional finish.

Do bidets require additional plumbing?

Many bidet attachments connect directly to your toilet’s water supply via the T valve, requiring no major plumbing work. However, more advanced models, like electric bidets with heated water, may require additional plumbing or even an electrical outlet. A skilled professional will be able to navigate all of this with ease

What are the different types of bidets available?

There’s a bidet for everyone!  Choose from electronic bidets, bidet toilet seats, standalone bidets, or handheld bidet sprayers. Each option will have unique features and installation requirements. Enlisting the help of a professional will ensure your bidet is installed correctly, regardless of the type you choose.

Are bidets easy to install on skirted or tankless toilets?

It really depends on your unique bathroom set-up. These types of toilets may require specialised fittings or additional work. If this is something you’re worried about, consider hiring a professional plumber via Ezy Peazy. They’ll have the expertise to handle complex setups like skirted or tankless toilets

Key takeaways

There’s a lot to love when it comes to adding a bidet to your bathroom. Not only do bidets give you a superior clean compared to toilet paper, they’re also more environmentally friendly, a cost-effective investment and they add a spa-like touch to any home.

Whether you opt for a traditional standalone bidet, handheld spray bidet or high-tech electric integrated bidet toilet – there’s an option to suit every preference and budget. Whatever you choose, however, the easiest, most reliable and least stressful way to level-up your bathroom game is to book a professional plumber to do the job

Taking on an exciting renovation project and need help leveling up your bathroom game? Thanks to Ezy Peazy, a whole range of affordable plumbing services are at your fingertips.

Book an easy bidet installation with Ezy Peazy today!

About Ezy Peazy

Ezy Peazy is an innovative platform that connects Kiwis across New Zealand with skilled taskers to help get things done. From household repairs and cleaning to creative projects and deliveries, Ezy Peazy makes it simple to find reliable help for a wide range of jobs. Founded in 2019, our mission is to empower people to realise the value of their skills and connect them with others who need a helping hand. With transparent reviews, competitive pricing, and a user-friendly experience, Ezy Peazy is transforming the way tasks are completed—quickly, affordably, and reliably.

PS Renovating your bathroom and need help with more than just bidet installation? At Ezy Peazy we can help with a whole range of jobs. From bathroom shelving installation to shower door repairs – if you need it done, there’ll be a tasker for the job!