Cutting Down On Your Gas Bills

According to latest reports, British gas has done its best to win over residential property owners by providing the cheapest deals for gas, electricity and online billing, according to uSwitch.com.

The comparison service has stated that prices at British Gas have been cut by an average of £55 a year – or seven percent. This means that simply switching your provider to British gas could benefit eight million households.

A new online tariff has been unveiled, costing £899 a year. Energy expert at uSwitch, Emma Bush, stated that online plans are generally the best way to get the best deals on energy, and that it could help to save around £300 each year.

In addition to these factors, more long term, guaranteed savings can be seen from making energy efficient improvements to your property. Double glazing, which stops so much heat from leaking through windows, can cut off around £135 each year, according to the Energy Saving Trust.

On top of this, it is recommended that homeowners install cavity wall insulation, loft insulation and take advantage of other measures that will help to reduce energy usage.

British customers are set to experience the most expensive winter on record, according to a number of recent reports. Making energy efficient improvements to the home is the best way to secure your property against future price rises or cold snaps, though changing your tariff is a great way to save money in the short term.