How much is WaterSure discount?

If you qualify, we currently offer a 50% discount on your whole bill. This amount may change in the future. We consider households earning below £16,385, or below £19,747 in London boroughs, to be on a low income. In order to qualify, we’ll need to check your details and verify your income.

What is WaterSure tariff?

WaterSure is a scheme which helps some people with their water bills. If you get help through the WaterSure scheme, your water bill will be capped. This means you will not pay any more than the average metered bill for the area your water company deals with.

Can you get a reduction on water rates?

One of the ways customers can get assistance is through a so-called social tariff – which can reduce the water bills of low-income households who qualify for support. If you have any further questions on how to seek assistance with your water bill don’t hesitate to call your water company, or CCWater on 0300 034 2222.

How much is the average Yorkshire Water bill?

But in Yorkshire, billpayers can expect a rise of 4 per cent this April – taking the average bill to £406. Yorkshire Water is one of four companies across England and Wales putting costs up this year – while elsewhere, bills are falling by 0.5 to 21 per cent, with bills in Northumbria dropping to an average of £326.

Do pensioners pay water rates?

If you’re a pensioner, you could be entitled to a discount on your water and/or sewerage bill. Who is entitled to the discount? You can apply if we provide you with water and/or sewerage services and all the adults in your household receive Pension Credit or the state pension is your (and their) only income.

Who is exempt from paying water charges?

Every customer who receives a water or sewerage service must pay charges. No one is exempt. Some charges are based on rateable values, this means that organisations or properties with very low or no rateable value may pay very little for their water and sewerage bills.

Are water rates cheaper for single person?

Could you save money by switching from paying standard water rates to a meter? The Consumer Council for Water says that, as a rule of thumb, people living alone or those who currently pay higher than average charges are most likely to benefit from a meter.

What can I get free on universal credit?

Discounts and freebies you can get if you’re on Universal Credit…

• Apply for a council tax discount.
• Nab discounted BT broadband.
• Check for free school transport.
• Up to £500 if you’re pregnant.
• Apply for free school meals.
• Get half price bus or rail fares.
• Check if you can get Healthy Start food vouchers.

Do I have to pay water rates on an empty property Yorkshire Water?

Charges are payable by the occupier where the premises are connected to water or sewerage services. Charges remain payable in full unless a request is made to Yorkshire Water to disconnect the water supply. There is no charge to have the supply disconnected.

Why has my water bill gone up Yorkshire Water?

Water use and your bill This means more cups of tea, extra toilet flushes and lots of dishes to wash – it all adds up! If you’re on a water meter, we base your bill on the amount of water you use. If you’re using more, your bill will go up.

How many years NI do I need for a full pension?

35 qualifying years
You’ll usually need at least 10 qualifying years on your National Insurance record to get any State Pension. You’ll need 35 qualifying years to get the full new State Pension. You’ll get a proportion of the new State Pension if you have between 10 and 35 qualifying years.

Do pensioners get discount on water bills?

Discounts of up to 88 per cent on the average household bill are available. Customers who receive pensions credit may qualify for a discount of 20 per cent. The company says you may have to install a water meter if it will help reduce your bills.

How to contact Yorkshire Water about watersupport tariff?

Call Yorkshire Water on 0345 1 24 24 24 and ask to speak to the Customer Support team. They’ll advise you if WaterSupport is the best tariff for you and, if not, advise you on other ways to reduce your bill or spread your payments.

Do you need a meter to use the watersure tariff?

Our WaterSure tariff can help you if you have a low income and use a lot of water. You need to be on a meter (or assessed charge). The WaterSure tariff caps your yearly bill regardless of the water you use.

How old do you have to be to be on watersure tariff?

You need to be on a meter (or assessed charge). The WaterSure tariff caps your yearly bill regardless of the water you use. You have 3 or more children under 19 years old living in the house for whom you’re receiving child benefit or you or someone living in your house has a certain medical condition that means you have to use extra water.

Where can I apply for the watersure scheme?

The Consumer Council for Water (ccwater) has a flowchart to help you work out whether you can apply to the WaterSure scheme. Go to www.ccwater.org.uk . To find out which water company supplies your area, go to the Consumer Council for Water’s website at: www.ccwater.org.uk.