Only pay for the energy you use - do regular meter readings
Your energy supplier's estimates of the amount of energy you're using, might be way off. If they're underbilling, you could have an even bigger bill when they get your actual reading or if they're overbilling - then they'll have your money for energy you've not used. If you pay by Direct Debit, you can ask for it to be changed.
Having a Smart Meter can also help as they send meter readings automatically to your supplier. Find out more about Smart Meters on the Smart Energy GB website.
Pay by Direct Debit if you can
It can cut your bills by about £90 a year on average and as it's paid automatically, you don't have to remember to pay it.
Using less energy is a simple way to save on bills
Small things like turning down the thermostat by one degree, wearing extra layers, turning lights off when you leave a room, taking shorter showers, using energy saving light bulbs and not leaving electrical items on standby can all make a difference to your bills.
Request a smart meter
Smart meters show you how much energy you are using in your home in pounds and pence. Knowing exactly what you're spending without the need to supply meter readings or getting estimated bills from your supplier can help you to budget.
To request a smart meter, just contact your supplier. For more information about smart meters, go to the Smart Meter UK website.