Guides about water

Do you know how many litres of water you use every day? Or if you should get a water meter? Learn more about your water use, the price of water, who supplies it, and how to reduce your consumption with our handy guides.

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  How much water do you use?

  How much water do you use? Does it surprise you to know you probably use 153 litres of water a day?

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  Water suppliers

  Water suppliers are the companies that provide water only and water and sewerage for general domestic use to the UK’s homes.

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  Water meters - How they work

  Water meters measure the exact amount of water you use, rather than relying on estimates.

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  Save water - your guide to how to save water in your home

  Want to save water in your home? This guide will give you the best tips and gadgets to help you save water without the headache.

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  Price of water - How your water rates are calculated

  How is the price of water determined? uSwitch explains how water rates are measured and how this differs across England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.