As water companies are set to increase prices over 60 per cent over the next five years. Around 80 per cent of the earth’s surface is covered with water. Only 1 per cent of the overall water supply is available to humans. Water is a limited resource, something we humans do not seem to fully understand. An average person can potentially use up to 168 gallons of water in just one day. In America it is estimated that 25 trillion gallons of fresh water is used each year. Due to water being so accessible it seems it is taken for granted and according to specialist scientific organisations it may result in a serious water shortage in 2020, as consumptions continue to increase.
Save Water in the Bathroom
There are many practical ways in which water can be saved within the home. The kitchen and bathroom are the main contenders in which a change is necessary. Avoid flushing trivial items down the toilet, as cisterns can use up to 1.6 gallons of water.
Baths are the biggest sinners, so try and take a shower instead. A bath can use 70 gallons of water in comparison to a shower which uses only 10-25 gallons of water when used. Men in the household should avoid shaving under the shower as a shower head disperses more water than a low running basin tap. Try to not shower longer than absolutely necessary. A dripping tap can waste around 2,700 gallons a year, so get it fixed sooner than later. Replace traditional faucets and toilets with water saving faucets and WC’s from reputable manufacturers such as Twyfords and Hudson Reed. Double check water drainage around the home especially faucet and toilet, make sure they continue to function correctly. If you have more bedrooms than bathrooms then you could switch to a water meter and save over £200.
Switch Suppliers
Many consumers tend to stick with the same supplier for many years. Homeowners cannot be bothered with the hassle it may cause. You can save around £150, by switching suppliers and it is a very simple process to complete. It is reported that around 47% of homeowners did not switch last year staying with the same supplier.
Boiler Maintenance
This means for each customer it is an additional £185 a year. This is due to the fact that consumers are not looking online for the best deals.The lifespan of a boiler is around 10 years, after that it will be unable to maintain its levels of performance and efficiency. Condensing boilers are the most efficient boilers available as they waste the least amount of energy. Their conversion rate of fuel into heat is an impressive 90% compared to the traditional boiler which offers 60%. A condensing boiler could save around £250 a year overall. Get the boiler serviced regularly to avoid any emergency call out costs.
Habits of a lifetime
A free solution to stop your bills from rising is too change the way you are within your home. Turning off the standby buttons on household appliances can reduce your bill by £25 a year.Do not leave the heating on when everyone is at work and refrain yourself from switching on the heating when you feel a slight chill in the air, instead put on a cosy jumper. Replace light bulbs with energy saving models, they will last longer than normal and remember to switch off the light when leaving a room.
