While pipes in flats can obstruct water metres from being installed, Lewis said savings are still possible as residents can request an “assessed charge” where water companies estimate the payment as though a meter were fitted.
Lewis claimed the tip could help people make up for the expected £123 water bill increase from April 1, which equates to a rise of around £10 a month.
Lewis claimed that if there are fewer people living in a property than the number of bedrooms in the house, then water bills could decrease.
Martin Lewis issues cash saving advice to people in houses with three bedrooms or more Money saving expert claimed one tip could decrease bills by £500.
Lewis recommended that those who have a lower room-to-resident ratio should consider having a water meter installed rather than paying the water company’s estimation.
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