Energy prices
Energy prices can change quickly with them often rising. It is not surprising that the effects of the Credit Crunch leave people with less money to pay for increasing energy bills. People in Eden are particularly vulnerable to energy price rises as many homes are heated by oil which can be more expensive than other forms of fuel.
Heating Oil Prices - It is useful to try and plan ahead of when you need your next oil delivery as ordering in advance can sometimes enable you to get a discount. To find out when oil heating prices are at its least expensive you can access information on week by week price changes. Some businesses provide a price check facility where you are able to enter your postcode to find the most affordable way to buy heating oil. Please note that the Council may provide links to information on companies websites but this should not be considered as the Council recommending services or products they offer.
Local heating oil delivery companies will be listed in the Yellow Pages.
Gas and Electric - There are many different providers of gas and electricity within the District. It is essential you check you are not paying too much for either or both of them. Discounts can often be gained by receiving both services from the same provider.
Try using a comparison website on the internet which may be able to find you a better deal. Contained within many of the comparison sites on the internet are tools which help you search for the cheapest insurance and communications deals.
Save Energy and Save Money - Cumbria Action for Sustainability runs projects to help people save energy in their homes and neighbourhoods. The projects are small-scale and are not difficult to do.
The Energy Saving Trust explains how we can reduce energy and hopefully reduce our energy bills. The Trust provides information on a wide range of grants that are available to help save energy such as insulating your home.
