ENERGY customers can save up to £140 off their bill by simply switching to direct debit.
Often a cheaper payment method compared to cash, check,online or in-app payments
Discounts are automatic and Most suppliers will add a line to the invoice indicating that it has been applied.
Uswitch.com energy savings expert Will Owen said:
"Payment by direct debit is usually the cheapest payment method as suppliers tend to offer discounts for this method.
"Choose direct debit This will not only make your payments easier, but also save you money on your utility bills.”
This means that energy bills will reach £5,300 next year. That's because analysts have warned it's possible.
He of the energy regulator Ofgem announced on August 26th that the energy price cap will be raised to this fall. This change he will take effect on October 1st.
However, discounts vary by supplier. We take a closer look at what you can get. It says you can save up to 7% on your energy costs if you pay.
This equates to almost £140 for a customer paying £1,971 a year.
Utilita's customer gets his 6% discount on the bill if he chooses this payment method.
This makes him £118 for someone paying £1,971.
Meanwhile,Shell Energy offers monthly direct debit discounts that customers say save up to £48 per fuel year, or £96 per year.
Energy therefore offers a discount of £15 per year per fuel type.
This means you can save up to £30 if you supply both gas and electricity.
OVO also offers its customers discounts on direct debit payments.
The Sun contacted suppliers to find out how much their customers could save by paying this way.
However, all suppliers offer direct debit discounts, includingOctopus,Bulb,So Energy
I am not. } EDF, E.ON, Ecotricity and ScottishPower were contacted for comment.
How does automatic energy debit work?
When you pay by direct debit, you pay your provider a fixed amount each month, but it's not actually an invoice.
Bill is the amount billed for energy.
This is a combination of daily recurring charges and metered energy usage.
Varies each month depending on usage.
By paying by direct debit, you will always have enough money in your account to cover this variable cost and maintain a credit.
An energy company estimates annual usage and divides this by 12 to determine monthly direct debit amounts.
Divide the annual estimate by 4 if you pay quarterly.
It is important to note that during the year, especially during the summer months, you may be paying more than you are using.
This is because you are less likely to pay to heat your home during the hot summer months.
But this he tends to balance out in a year.
Should I switch to direct debit discounts?
Will, an energy expert, says there are not many opportunities to switch energy providers right now due to the current energy crisis.
However, if you haven't already paid by direct debit, we recommend switching to direct debit to get a discount on your bill.
Customers are being urged to check their bills as it emerges that at least four of his major suppliers have raised direct debits again.
Ovo, Scottish Power, British Gas and Bulb Energy customers complained about incomplete invoices on social media. Take a hike.
Experts warn that some companies have already raised their bills in anticipation of the October price hike.
Energy Bill Assistance
There are schemes available for assistance offered by suppliers, municipalities, charities and governments.
If you're struggling with your utility bills or other bills, there are plenty of organizations you can ask for free advice.
- Government Bonds - 0808 808 4000
- Step Change - 0800 138 1111
- Citizen Advice - 0808 800 9060
Energy suppliers have systems in place to help with bills and arrears, such as difficult funds and subsidies, so first of all, energy suppliers should be consulted.
For example, British Gas and Octopus have up to 750 We have set up a pound equivalent fund. I'm having a hard time with my bill.
Also, if you are struggling with your bills through the Financial Assistance Scheme
your local government may be able to provide cash and grants . You are getting all the benefits you are entitled to receive.
Use our online benefit calculator and never miss out on that extra cash.
Similarly, you can search for charitable grants to help pay your gas and electricity bills.
More government support is planned. During the year, it will come in the form of temporary living expenses worth up to £1,500, depending on the circumstances.
£300 is added to annual winter fuel costs and those receiving public pensions pay £100 to £100 to offset maintenance costs. 300 can get their home warm in the cold season.
low-income households can receive her one-time payment of £150 under the existing warm home discount scheme - Applications will begin in the fall.