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British Gas, Octopus, Eon, EDF and OVO customers urged to claim £140 paymentsHouseholds could make big savings on energy bills by making a simple changeCommentsNewsRichard Guttridge Agenda

Editor09:24, 03 Feb 2025Households could save money by fixing their energy bills. There is an easy way households could make big savings on their energy bills - but they will need to act

fast. Experts say Brits could cut their payments by around £140 a year by making a simple change - significantly boosting their bank balances.

They will need to switch to a fixed tariff. This means their bills will stay at the same level every month for a certain period, such as a year or 18 months.

‌ There are sometimes risks with switching to fixed tariffs because if average charges come down it can leave customers paying more than they need to. But experts say this is unlikely to

happen this year as energy bills are expected to remain high.

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Article continues below Charges are set to go up yet again for typical households in April, with residents being advised to consider fixing if they want to save money. Most households -

around 80% - remain on standard variable tariffs which move up and down with the Energy Price Cap.

There are other simple changes people can make to bring their bills down. Experts at Grant Store said: “Pairing heat pumps with solar panels is a game-changer. And it’s not just about big

upgrades.

"Simple steps like draught-proofing windows and doors can save £80 a year, turning off appliances instead of leaving them on standby adds another £45, and switching to a cheaper fixed-rate

energy deal could save £140 annually. Every little bit helps.

Article continues below “With energy prices staying high, switching to energy-efficient solutions just makes sense for homeowners. By combining heat pumps, solar panels, and a few small

changes around the house, you could save hundreds of pounds every year while making your home more sustainable.”

“Now’s the time to take control of your home’s energy future. Government incentives like the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, which offers up to £7,500 towards heat pumps, and supplier schemes are

making these upgrades more affordable."