Most households will see their energy bills rise on Saturday.
Most households will see their energy bills rise on Saturday, as the new energy price guarantee comes into effect.
But it is still significant. A typical household's energy bill will rise from £1,971 to £2,500 - that's double what it was last winter.Though most energy-cutting tips won't make enough of a saving to offset the total impact of soaring bills, there are some ways to make sure you are paying the right bills and to help ease the mounting costs.Suppliers need regular readings from your gas or electricity meter to calculate your bills.
Industry body Energy UK said there is no need to submit a meter reading on 1 October itself, as most suppliers will accept readings for a few days on either side of that date.on giving readings when the new prices kick in, as high call volumes and website traffic are expected.information on how to recognise different meters.Those on pre-payment meters may be able to keep current prices into October and even November if they top up the card with credit before 1 October.
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