If you have been suffering with debt problems for a while, by now, you will probably be familiar with the obvious cost saving devices. You may have stopped going out for meals, sold your second car and cancelled any holiday plans that you had. But you can always go further with your cost saving devices.

Of course, there are always things that you need to spend money on. You need to buy food, pay the rent or mortgage and you need to pay for your utilities too. But even essentials such as your water supply can be tackled and you can start saving money on your bills by making a few small changes. Try these simple and effective tips to save water (and save money):

• Taking a shower instead of bath can save you money, as these use less water.
• Get your hands of a Showersmart device which can make your shower more energy efficient.
• Ensure any leaky taps are fixed. Check if you have any leaks by looking at your meter while you are not using any water. If it's still turning, then you may have a leak.
• Keep your provider up to date with meter readings. By giving them an actual reading, you will not be sent estimated bills and you will only be paying for what you use.
• Look at devices that reduce the amount of water used on flushing the toilet ‚Äö√Ñ√¨ these often have a small inflatable in the cistern to reduce the amount of water that can be added
• Keep a jug of water in the fridge ‚Äö√Ñ√¨ so you don't run the tap for a few minutes each time you want¬¨‚Ć a cold drink

There is also extra help available for those who have a water meter and someone in the house who receives benefits. if you are in this situation, then you may be possible to get your water bills capped.

All these steps can help to reduce your bills and can contribute to making a real difference when it comes to your finances.