Energy bill costs are set to rise yet again in October, with many predicted to pay almost double (if not more) than what they're paying now. Millions of households are gearing up for what is expected to be difficult winter.
Most recently, The Office of Gas and Electricity Markets (Ofgem) confirmed its price cap will rise to £3,549 a year on October 1, for those on default tariffs paying by direct debit. This marks a staggering rise of £1,578 - or 80% - from its current level of £1,971.
The massive gap will add mounting pressure on millions of people, many of which who are already struggling during the cost of living crisis. Here, The Mirror bust some myths about household energy usage in a bid to help you save some money.