People have started receiving letters and emails from their energy suppliers regarding impending price hikes. With the average bill expected to rise to £1,971 from April 1 it is something many are increasingly worried about.
While many may feel powerless to do anything about the rising costs, there are some important steps that people can take over the next few weeks to ensure their bills are as low as they can be, says comparison site Uswitch.com . These range from taking meter readings to some energy saving advice.
Justina Miltienyte, energy expert at Uswitch.com, says: “Energy prices are about to go up but this does not mean you are completely powerless. By taking some simple steps ahead of 1st April and taking control of your energy use and bills, you can make sure that you are best prepared for the incoming increases.