Not sure why your bills are so high? There could be a few reasons for unusually high bills. Below are some of the explanations and what you can do to reduce your bills.
Over-usage
If you’ve received a high energy or water bill, it’s possible that there’s been a spike in consumption. If you and the family have been spending more time at home during lockdown, this could be a reason for higher energy usage. The Christmas period can often be an expensive time for energy bills for similar reasons and because it is colder so more heating is being consumed. Other big life changes such as having a baby or having an elderly relative move in with you could result in higher energy consumption. You may have even bought a new appliance that isn’t particularly energy-efficient. Over-usage can also be a cause of high bills when it comes to other types of bills such as your phone contract (for instance, going over your data allowance or making too many calls could result in a higher phone bill).