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Saving water at home will help the environment and may help you to reduce your bills if you are using a water meter.
You can only be supplied by your regional water company. You cannot change to another water supplier because the water industry is not deregulated in the same way as the gas and electricity industries. If you are billed on rateable value of your home your charges are fixed and there is no possibility of reducing them but you may be able to save on bills by installing a meter and using less water.
There are many ways to save water at home, including the following:
A little knowledge about plumbing can save you time and money when you are faced with a burst pipe or a leak.
The most important thing to know is where your stop tap (stopcock) is located. If you want to carry out any repairs, it must be turned off. If a cistern or pipe bursts you will need to drain the system by running the cold tap. The stop tap is usually located in the kitchen under the sink. Your stop tap can also seize up quickly from lack of use; it is worth making sure that is working smoothly by turning it from time to time. If the stop tap is stuck or leaking, have it repaired by a plumber.
FS69 Water advice - October 2011 (PDF 163KB)
IG19 Managing Your Money - September 2011 (PDF 254KB)
IG30 Save Energy, Pay Less - September 2011 (PDF 915KB)
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An information guide that includes advice on water meters.
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