Tag: bills
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Heat pumps cut energy bills by over £200, UK study finds
Heat pumps installed in UK homes are cutting energy bills by more than £200 a year when they are properly designed and set up, according to a major new study. Researchers analysing real-world data from hundreds of households found the systems are performing far better than earlier trials suggested, delivering lower costs, higher comfort, and…
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Sheds turned into energy rooms to cut heating bills
A quiet Essex bungalow has become the unlikely test bed for a new way of heating homes using recycled energy from tiny computers. At a time when energy price rises have pushed many households to look for alternatives, the couple living there have turned their garden shed into a working “energy room” that now powers…
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Government considers cutting VAT on domestic energy bills
Around 7 million UK households with high energy use are set to gain the most from a planned 5 % VAT cut on domestic energy bills. The move, currently being discussed by the government ahead of the November Budget, is designed to ease pressure on struggling households. However, analysts say that energy-efficient homes will see much smaller…
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Government considers cutting VAT on domestic energy bills
Around 7 million UK households with high energy use are set to gain the most from a planned 5 % VAT cut on domestic energy bills. The move, currently being discussed by the government ahead of the November Budget, is designed to ease pressure on struggling households. However, analysts say that energy-efficient homes will see much smaller…
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Water UK backs £500m boost as homeowners await news on bills
Water UK has welcomed a decision by the Competition and Markets Authority to return more than £500 million in funding to five water companies. The money will supposedly help improve water pipes, treatment works and other key infrastructure that had faced spending limits. The change could mean better services for customers but may also lead…
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Avoid these underfloor heating mistakes or face costly bills
Although this heating type is a popular choice with homeowners, it’s important to make sure you avoid underfloor heating mistakes. That’s because, if you get it wrong, you could be removing your entire floor to rectify it. Getting the installation wrong could result in disruption, mess and unnecessary expense, meanwhile running your underfloor heating incorrectly…
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7 Ways to Cut Down Your Household Energy Bills
No one likes opening their electricity bill and seeing numbers that rival a luxury hotel stay. With energy costs rising across Australia, households are looking for ways to reduce their power usage without sacrificing comfort or convenience. Good news: trimming your energy bills doesn’t require a full-scale home renovation or investing in expensive technology. With…
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7 Ways to Cut Down Your Household Energy Bills
No one likes opening their electricity bill and seeing numbers that rival a luxury hotel stay. With energy costs rising across Australia, households are looking for ways to reduce their power usage without sacrificing comfort or convenience. Good news: trimming your energy bills doesn’t require a full-scale home renovation or investing in expensive technology. With…
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7 Ways to Cut Down Your Household Energy Bills
No one likes opening their electricity bill and seeing numbers that rival a luxury hotel stay. With energy costs rising across Australia, households are looking for ways to reduce their power usage without sacrificing comfort or convenience. Good news: trimming your energy bills doesn’t require a full-scale home renovation or investing in expensive technology. With…
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Grid-Tied Solar: Cut Power Bills Without Going Off-Grid
The conversation around solar energy often leads straight to off-grid living, but grid-tied solar offers a compelling alternative that’s becoming more popular with homeowners and businesses alike. Unlike off-grid systems that demand complete independence and battery backups, grid-tied solar lets users tap into solar savings without disconnecting from the utility. It’s a smart middle ground—slashing…