{"id":27232,"date":"2024-01-07T18:16:04","date_gmt":"2024-01-07T18:16:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/?p=27232"},"modified":"2024-01-07T18:16:06","modified_gmt":"2024-01-07T18:16:06","slug":"how-to-save-money-on-water-bill","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Save Money on Your Water Bill in 2024?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Water is one of the most essential things that we need in life, yet we take it for granted. So much so that it\u2019s easy to forget that we pay for it. <strong>The average water bill was \u00a3408 in the financial year 2021 to 2022.<\/strong> This is according to Water UK, who represent the UK\u2019s water industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But there are things you can do to reduce your water bills. You can take on some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/best-ways-to-save-money\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/best-ways-to-save-money\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">money saving tips<\/a> without making any major changes to your lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f297dedaea9\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f297dedaea9\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#12_best_ways_to_reduce_your_water_bills_and_save_money\" >12 best ways to reduce your water bills and save money<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#1_understand_your_water_bill\" >1. Understand your water bill<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#2_check_for_leaks_in_your_home\" >2.&nbsp;Check for leaks in your home<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#3_install_a_low-flow_shower_head_and_tap_aerators\" >3.&nbsp;Install a low-flow shower head and tap aerators<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#4_take_shorter_showers\" >4.&nbsp;Take shorter showers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#5_turn_off_the_tap_while_brushing_your_teeth\" >5.&nbsp;Turn off the tap while brushing your teeth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#6_use_a_bowl_in_the_sink_when_washing_fruit_and_vegetables\" >6.&nbsp;Use a bowl in the sink when washing fruit and vegetables<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#7_collect_rainwater_for_watering_plants_or_washing_your_vehicle\" >7.&nbsp;Collect rainwater for watering plants or washing your vehicle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#8_reuse_%e2%80%98greywater_from_laundry_and_dishwashing_for_other_purposes_such_as_flushing_toilets\" >8.&nbsp;Reuse \u2018greywater\u2019 from laundry and dishwashing for other purposes such as flushing toilets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#9_only_use_your_dishwasher_and_washing_machine_when_theyre_full\" >9.&nbsp;Only use your dishwasher and washing machine when they\u2019re full<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#10_consider_installing_a_water_meter_to_track_your_water_usage\" >10.&nbsp;Consider installing a water meter to track your water usage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#11_invest_in_water_saving_appliances_when_replacing_old_ones\" >11. Invest in water saving appliances when replacing old ones<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#12_contact_your_water_supply_company_to_find_out_about_any_discounts_or_rebates_on_water_bills\" >12. Contact your water supply company to find out about any discounts or rebates on water bills<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#how_is_your_water_bill_calculated\" >How is your water bill calculated?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#how_much_should_your_water_bill_be_per_month_in_the_uk\" >How much should your water bill be per month in the UK?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#how_could_the_priority_services_register_help_you\" >How could the Priority Services Register help you?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#final_words\" >Final words<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#faqs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#what_is_the_average_water_bill_for_a_family_of_2_in_uk\" >What is the average water bill for a family of 2 in UK?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#is_it_cheaper_to_pay_your_water_bill_by_direct_debit\" >Is it cheaper to pay your water bill by direct debit?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-save-money-on-water-bill\/#what_do_i_do_if_im_struggling_to_pay_my_water_bill\" >What do I do if I\u2019m struggling to pay my water bill?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_best_ways_to_reduce_your_water_bills_and_save_money\"><\/span><strong>12 best ways to reduce your water bills and save money<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_understand_your_water_bill\"><\/span><strong>1. <\/strong><strong>Understand your water bill<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>How your bill is worked out will depend on whether you have a water meter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>If you don\u2019t have a water meter<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The water company will use the rateable value on your home. This is set by the government and will vary depending on the location and size of your home. For every \u00a31 of the rateable value, the water company will charge you a rate for your fresh water. They\u2019ll also charge you a rate per \u00a31 for your wastewater.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This means that the amount you pay will be fixed each month<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>If you have a water meter<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a water meter, the water company will take a reading from your meter. They\u2019ll then charge you a rate per unit you use. There\u2019ll be two rates charged, one will be for fresh water and the other will be for wastewater. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By having a meter, you only pay for the water you use, so the amount you pay can change with each bill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both bills will have fixed charges added to them which cover things like pipes and running costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_check_for_leaks_in_your_home\"><\/span><strong>2.&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Check for leaks in your home<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A dripping tap can not only be annoying, but if you have a water meter every drip will be adding to your water bill. <strong>Avoid wasting water and get any leaks or dripping taps fixed<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_install_a_low-flow_shower_head_and_tap_aerators\"><\/span><strong>3.&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Install a low-flow shower head and tap aerators<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A low-flow shower head helps you to use less water when you shower. Although it uses a lower flow of water, it doesn\u2019t always mean your shower will be weak. You can buy some that use air or smaller holes to create a higher pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tap aerators can also save you money if have a water meter. These are small attachments that you insert to the spout of your tap, or you connect them onto the end of the tap. They use less water, but you don\u2019t lose any pressure as they mix the water with air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_take_shorter_showers\"><\/span><strong>4.&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Take shorter showers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Save on the amount of water you use by spending less time in the shower. Turn it off while you soap yourself down and then turn it back on to rinse. <strong>Try to be in and out in less than 4 minutes!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_turn_off_the_tap_while_brushing_your_teeth\"><\/span><strong>5.&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Turn off the tap while brushing your teeth<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s easy to forget that the tap is running while you\u2019re brushing your teeth. But by switching it off while you brush, you\u2019ll be saving yourself money on your water bill if you have a meter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_use_a_bowl_in_the_sink_when_washing_fruit_and_vegetables\"><\/span><strong>6.&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Use a bowl in the sink when washing fruit and vegetables<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you bring your shopping home, get a bowl of water ready. Wash all your fruit and vegetables in the bowl of water before putting it away. You not only save on the amount of water you use, but you also save a little time when you come to use the fruit and vegetables too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_collect_rainwater_for_watering_plants_or_washing_your_vehicle\"><\/span><strong>7.&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Collect rainwater for watering plants or washing your vehicle<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A water butt is an easy to install container that connects to your drainpipe. With the amount of rain we get in the UK, it\u2019ll be full for most of the year. This water can be used for anything that needs water outside, from watering your plants to washing your car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_reuse_%e2%80%98greywater_from_laundry_and_dishwashing_for_other_purposes_such_as_flushing_toilets\"><\/span><strong>8.&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Reuse \u2018greywater\u2019 from laundry and dishwashing for other purposes such as flushing toilets<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve done the washing up, save the water in the washing up bowl to use of other things. If you like to rinse your plates before putting them in the dishwasher, use this water instead. It can be good for flushing the toilet with too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_only_use_your_dishwasher_and_washing_machine_when_theyre_full\"><\/span><strong>9.&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Only use your dishwasher and washing machine when they\u2019re full<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you put your dishwasher on when it\u2019s only half full, you\u2019re not only wasting water but you\u2019re wasting energy too. The same goes for your washing machine. Wait until these appliances are full before you put them on. By putting them on less often you\u2019ll save money on your water bill as well as on your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-much-money-solar-panels-save-on-electricity-bill\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-much-money-solar-panels-save-on-electricity-bill\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">electricity bill<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_consider_installing_a_water_meter_to_track_your_water_usage\"><\/span><strong>10.&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Consider installing a water meter to track your water usage<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You have the right to ask the water company to install a water meter for you. It\u2019s free of charge and they should install it within three months of your request. There may be reasons why your water company can\u2019t install a meter. This might be because your property is on a shared supply or there\u2019s not a suitable place to install it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If the water company can\u2019t install a meter, they should offer you an \u2018assessed charge\u2019<\/strong>. This is an estimate of what your water bill would be if you had a water meter installed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_invest_in_water_saving_appliances_when_replacing_old_ones\"><\/span><strong>11. <\/strong><strong>Invest in water saving appliances when replacing old ones<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need to replace any of your appliances around the home, buy ones that save water. You can get washing machines and dishwashers that use less water in their washing cycles. If you\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lendingstream.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-finance-home-improvements\/\">installing a new bathroom<\/a>, replace your old toilet with a water saving one. And as mentioned above, use low flow heads on your shower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_contact_your_water_supply_company_to_find_out_about_any_discounts_or_rebates_on_water_bills\"><\/span><strong>12. <\/strong><strong>Contact your water supply company to find out about any discounts or rebates on water bills<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s worth getting in touch with your water company to find out if there are any discounts or rebates you\u2019re entitled to. If you need to use a lot of water due to a medical condition, you may be able to get help. For example, you may have access to the \u2018WaterSure\u2019 scheme. This helps people with their water bills by putting a cap on how much you can be charged. But you have to meet their criteria to qualify for the scheme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_is_your_water_bill_calculated\"><\/span><strong>How is your water bill calculated?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The way your water bill is calculated is differs depending on whether you have a water meter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a water meter means you\u2019re charged a rate for every unit of water you use and for the wastewater. <strong>The table below gives an example of how this is worked out, it\u2019s a simplified way of looking at it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>A<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>B<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>C<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Total amount<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The rate charged per unit of fresh and wastewater you use<\/td><td>The number of units you\u2019ve used<\/td><td>Total of A multiplied by B<\/td><td>Fixed Charges to be added to the figure in column C to give the final amount<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you don\u2019t have a water meter, the table below shows the calculation.<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>A<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>B<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>C<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Total amount<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The rate charged per \u00a31 of the rateable value on your home <\/td><td>The rateable value of your home<\/td><td>Total of A multiplied by B<\/td><td>Fixed Charges to be added to the figure in column C to give the final amount<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_much_should_your_water_bill_be_per_month_in_the_uk\"><\/span><strong>How much should your water bill be per month in the UK?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No two homes are the same with how many people live there or how they use water. The size of the house and which water supplier you\u2019re connected to can also affect how much you pay. These are one of the reasons why there\u2019s no set figure of how much your water bill should be. But in general, if you\u2019re not on a water meter, your water bill should stay about the same amount. If you\u2019re on a water meter, your bill may fluctuate but not by great amounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The reasons your water bill might go up include<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You\u2019ve had extra people staying with you using more water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ve bought new appliances that are using more water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have a leak in one of your pipes or a dripping tap<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_could_the_priority_services_register_help_you\"><\/span>How could the Priority Services Register help you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Priority Services Register is a support service that offers help to people who are vulnerable. It\u2019s free to register but you\u2019d have to be eligible for it. <strong>The reasons you\u2019d be able to register include being elderly or having a medical condition.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The kind of help it provides include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Priority support when needed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Providing accessible information which includes things like having bills in large print<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Providing you with bottled water if the supply has to be cut off<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Where possible, you\u2019d get advance notice if your supply had to be cut off<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"final_words\"><\/span><strong>Final words<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>There are easy ways to save money on your water bill in the UK.<\/strong> You can do things like take shorter showers, turn off the tap when brushing your teeth, or only use the dishwasher when it\u2019s full. Taking time to think about how you use water on a day to day basis is worth doing. Not only can it save you money, but it can help save the planet too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"faqs\"><\/span><strong>FAQs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1680902240328\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_is_the_average_water_bill_for_a_family_of_2_in_uk\"><\/span><strong>What is the average water bill for a family of 2 in UK?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It\u2019s hard to determine what an average bill for a family of 2 should be. Where you live and how you use water can affect your water bill. Although, as per Moneyhelper, <strong>the average water bill for a family of 2 in UK comes somewhere around \u00a3401 per year<\/strong> i.e., close to \u00a333 per month.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1680902251956\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is_it_cheaper_to_pay_your_water_bill_by_direct_debit\"><\/span><strong>Is it cheaper to pay your water bill by direct debit?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p><strong>No, paying your water bill by direct debit isn\u2019t any cheaper.<\/strong> But it does save you having to worry about it as the money goes out automatically each month. If you prefer not to pay by direct debit, you can pay your water bills over the phone, online, or at the Post Office.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1680902261540\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_do_i_do_if_im_struggling_to_pay_my_water_bill\"><\/span><strong>What do I do if I\u2019m struggling to pay my water bill?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>If you\u2019re struggling to pay your water bill, the first thing to do is contact your water supplier. They\u2019ll be able to tell you what help is available. This could include:<br \/>1. Letting you take a payment holiday<br \/>2. Setting up a payment plan to help you with your payments<br \/>3. If you haven\u2019t got a water meter, they can work out if you\u2019d be better off having one installed<br \/>4. Registering with the Watersure scheme<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Disclaimer: <\/strong>The information given above is provided for reference only. This is not financial advice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Water is one of the most essential things that we need in life, yet we take it for granted. So much so that it\u2019s easy to forget that we pay for it. The average water bill was \u00a3408 in the financial year 2021 to 2022. 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