Saving water could save you money

A lot of the water we use around the home requires heating, which uses energy, so saving water can make big savings off your energy bill, as well as your water bill if you're on a meter.

Saving water also protects the environment by keeping rivers and streams flowing. Here's how much you could save.

Area of your home	Advice	Saving
Shower	Each household member can take a minute off their daily shower	£150 a year (for a family of four)
Washing machine	Cut out two washing loads a week by only washing on a full load	£50 a year
Leaking toilet	Check how to spot a leaky loo and contact a plumber to fix it Check if you have a leaky loo	£50 a month
Leaking taps	Check your taps for even the slowest drips	£20 to £140 a year

Water saving estimations calculated using Wessex Water's forecast 2024/25 charges as of October 2023 and the average water consumption of appliances. Energy saving estimations calculated using the October 2023 standard variable tariff and the average energy consumption of appliances.

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