Buying supermarket own brands and 12 other tips to help households save £100s

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The cost of living crisis is causing just about everything to go up in price, and as the energy price cap is set to rise from April, it is only going to get worse.

From energy bills to food and petrol prices, UK households have already seen a drastic increase in their monthly expenses and are desperately searching for ways to cut costs.

As homeowners look to slash their monthly bills, Barratt Homes has revealed 13 ways to save money in and around the home and bring spending down throughout March. READ MORE: Martin Lewis urges people to stock up on common 66p item before April 4 Stains, dirt, and marks can make us fall under the impression that the higher the temperature, the more chance there is of a stain being removed, but this is not always the case.

Aim for a 30-degree wash if you can, as this can save up to 60% on your energy per cycle according to Ariel. Washing tablets and washing conditioner are added extras, so opt for supermarket brands as a cheaper alternative if you want to cut costs.