There’s a Small Detail on Your Power Bill Worth Checking!
Most People Miss This on Their Electricity Bill
They open their electricity bill, check the total amount owing, and move on.
But there’s a small section on many power bills that could save you a surprising amount of money.
Energy retailers are now required to show a “best offer” message on your bill. This section tells you if there’s a cheaper plan available with your current provider and estimates how much you could save based on your recent usage.
Many households don’t notice this message, even though it’s often printed on the front page of the bill.
In some cases, Australians could save hundreds of dollars a year simply by switching to their provider’s cheaper plan.
What to look for on your bill
Next time your electricity bill arrives, take a closer look for a section labelled “best offer” or something similar. It usually includes:
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The name of a cheaper plan available from your provider
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An estimate of how much you could save per year
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Information on how to switch
If a better plan is listed, changing over is usually quick and straightforward because you’re already with that provider.
A quick check that could save money
With everyday costs rising, small savings can add up. Taking a minute to check that section of your power bill might be one of the easiest ways to reduce household expenses.
This article was inspired by research published by Canstar.
