Which Is Cheaper? Gas vs Electric Boilers for UK Homes
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For most UK homes, gas boilers are cheaper to run. In 2025-2026, electricity costs more per kWh than gas under the Ofgem price cap, but is more efficient.
The plumbing experts at Greenstar share their simple tips for saving water, reducing waste, and cutting down the amount you spend on your utility bills.
According to a report by Energy Saving Trust, the average home uses nearly 350 litres of water every day. This presents huge potential for saving water by implementing small but simple changes.
A dripping tap can waste up to 15 litres of water per day – a whopping 5,500 litres per year! – while a leaky toilet (where water runs from the cistern into the pan) can also waste a huge amount of water unnecessarily. If you notice problems like this in your home, our friendly team of plumbers can help.
According to Energy Saving Trust, if every household in the UK took just one minute off one shower every day, we would save £215 million in energy bills nationwide. Cutting down your shower time is one of the easiest ways to save water and reduce your energy bills. Other simple steps you can take include filling your bathtub with less water, and not leaving the tap running while you brush your teeth or clean the dishes.
Only using your washing machine for full loads is a really simple way to save water by reducing the amount you run your machine over time. On top of this, by running your washing machine at 30°C you could save around £13 per year on your energy bill, according to Energy Saving Trust.
Making sure your boiler is running as efficiently as possible is a simple way to reduce water wastage and lower your energy bills. We recommend that your boiler is serviced once a year. A service will check the condition of your boiler, its standard of performance, and identify any signs of wear and tear.
If you’re finding you need to call an engineer out between services, it could be time to get a new boiler.
Greenstar is one of the South’s leading heating and plumbing specialists, with over 20 years’ experience providing services across Dorset, Hampshire and Wiltshire. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our friendly team today on 01202 355344.
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