According to Ofgem, the average UK family pays over £1000 a year on their energy bills. With most energy suppliers announcing massive price rises this year, this figure is sure to rise, putting a considerable strain on households. However, saving money on your energy bills is not difficult. There are various things you can do to begin to notice savings almost instantly.
• Switch Suppliers
Further research from Ofgem has found that around 47% of UK households have never switched their energy supplier. But if they did, they could save an average of £100 on their energy bills. Nowadays, switching energy suppliers is simple; just visit a comparison website, enter a few details and they’ll do the hard work for you.
• Reduce Your Heating Spend
Many households spend far more than they should on heating their homes. By turning your thermostat down by 1°C, you could save up to £40 a year on your energy bills. Other simple ways to save money include closing your curtains, using draft excluders and keeping furniture away from radiators.
• Don’t Waste Electricity
Quick and simple changes in the way you use electricity can amount to significant savings on your energy bills. Switching all your lights to energy efficient bulbs can save you up to £60 over the life of the bulb. Don’t leave heat and lights on in rooms that you’re not using, and don’t leave electrical appliances on standby overnight.
• Consider Solar
Have solar PV panels installed at your home and you can begin to generate your own electricity. Solar panels use energy from the sun to generate electricity so is completely renewable and doesn’t produce any harmful emissions. Solar panels for your home are quick and simple to install and are completely unobtrusive. Homes that have had solar PV panels installed can expect to save between £150 and £200 on their energy bills.