Especially with the recent increase in council tax, telephone contracts and much more.
But how much could you save on your water bill this year by following some expert advice?
It comes as United Utilities revealed its customers are expected to see their bills rise by around 8% in 2024/25, taking the total average to £481.
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As a result, Assisted Living’s Cheryl Risdon has outlined five ways people can reduce their water usage at home, significantly reducing their bills by around £410 a year.
How can I save money on the UK water bill?
Upgrading to Water-Efficient Light Fixtures
It may cost a little at first, but in the long run, updating your bathroom fixtures can save you a lot of money. Older toilets, showers, and faucets can use considerable amounts of water, and unusually high water bills may indicate that it’s time to upgrade to water-efficient fixtures to reduce consumption without sacrificing performance.
Look for toilets with a dual-flush mechanism, as they allow you to use less water for liquid waste, while installing low-flow showerheads and aerators on faucets to decrease the Water flow will also provide substantial savings over time.
Annual savings: Up to £120
Install a water meter
Water meters have grown in popularity in recent years and can provide valuable information about your water consumption habits. Unlike the traditional method of paying your water bill, a meter allows you to pay for the exact amount of water you’ve used.
Have you tried any of these expert tips to help reduce your water bill? (Image: Getty)
This additional monitoring and information should encourage you to be more mindful of your water consumption and also means that you are then able to detect and repair leaks quickly, avoiding waste and unexpected bills.
Annual savings: £50 – £100
-Collect rainwater for outdoor use
It may seem a bit extreme, but using rainwater will help you reduce your water usage, lower your bills and do your part for the environment. Installing a water collector will allow you to collect rainwater for outdoor activities such as gardening or washing your car.
Collecting rainwater reduces demand on the electricity grid and can be used for non-potable purposes (basically, don’t consume it). And if you invest in a water butt, connect it to your gutter downspout to collect water as efficiently as possible.
Annual savings: £30 – £60
Shorter showers
A nice, long, hot shower at the end of the day is a luxury most people look forward to after a hard day at work, but those minutes of relaxation can really add up. By shortening your shower by just two minutes, you could save around 40 liters of water per shower.
Another way to make your shower much more cost-effective is to install a water-efficient shower head. Like water meters, these have gained popularity in recent times and limit water flow without compromising pressure, potentially saving you an extra 20 liters per minute.
If you’re a family of four and each of you showers daily, you could save up to £100 a year on your water bill.
Annual savings: £70 – £100
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Toilet tip
Toilet trivia isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but many people would be shocked to learn that most modern toilets use six liters of water per flush. While replacing your toilet with a low-flow model (around four liters) is a great long-term investment, there is a simple trick you can try in the meantime.
Simply place a weighted plastic bottle filled with water in the cistern, as this displaces some of the water used per flush, potentially saving you £20-30 per year.
Annual savings: £20 – £30
