Overview
- Ofgem’s price cap for a typical household is £1,758 for 2026, a 0.2% rise tied to higher electricity unit and network costs despite lower wholesale gas prices.
- MoneySuperMarket says low-cost steps could trim annual bills by as much as £1,141, ranging from habit changes to tariff decisions.
- Supplier actions lead the pack, with the firm reporting average savings of about £136 by paying via Direct Debit and around £395 for half of those who switch provider.
- Suggested quick fixes include turning devices off at the plug (about £45), switching to LED bulbs (about £45), stopping draughts (up to £85), fitting a water‑efficient shower head (up to £210), and improving radiator efficiency and settings (up to £200).
- Compare the Market separately estimates up to £329 in potential savings from similar measures, including lowering combi‑boiler flow temperature to roughly 60°C, bleeding radiators, and checking for better deals.