Overview
- British Gas says cutting shower time to four minutes could reduce annual costs by up to £70, citing typical usage patterns.
- The Energy Saving Trust offers a lower estimate of about £45 a year and says shorter showers could save roughly 17,000 litres of water.
- The guidance comes after Ofgem lifted the price cap by 0.2% following a prior 2% increase between October and December.
- Advice from providers and charities also highlights draught-proofing and closing curtains or blinds to reduce heat loss.
- Thermal imaging options vary, with some councils lending cameras for free, British Gas offering checks for £99, Octopus’s loan scheme currently paused, and professional surveys reported at roughly £300–£750 with Which? signposting its planning service.