From today, April 1, the VAT on gas returns to 21%. It was reduced with the start of the war in Ukraine, as one of the measures to lower the cost of energy. However, this had an expiration date as soon as the price fell to certain levels, just like with electricity. And that has happened. Therefore, VAT returns to 21% and that will mean a higher cost on the bill, although it is true that the price of gas has continued to fall. We are going to give you some tips so that it affects you as little as possible.
The objective is that you can pay less on your gas bill, especially now that VAT increases to 21%. Consume less, review the bill or even use alternatives, are some things you could take into account. We are going to talk to you about them and explain how they can help you avoid paying more.
Cushions the increase in gas VAT
Especially, it is in the free market where the increase in VAT will be noticed. In fact, it is estimated that it will mean about €4.20 more per month. On the other hand, for those who have contracted TUR rates, their price has decreased in the last quarterly update. This can be key, as we are going to explain to you.
Check your rate
The first thing you should do to try to cushion as much as possible the increase in VAT on your gas bill is to check what rate you have contracted. It will depend on the use you give it, what your home is like, the temperature, the time of year, etc. But yes, analyzing very well what rate you have contracted can be key to saving.
For example, perhaps you have a contracted rate in the free market and you are interested in switching to the regulated market and having a TUR rate. They are the cheapest and, in many cases, they will be the best in terms of savings. But, as we say, it will be time to do the math and analyze what is best for each case.
Optimize consumption
Something basic, something you can always do, is optimize consumption. Are you going to use heating at home? It’s a good idea to review how you use it. For example, it is essential to have a good temperature. You don’t need to keep the house at 23 or 24 degrees in winter; In fact, you should have it at about 19 or 20 degrees, in order to save.
You should also check the boiler to detect possible problems that increase consumption, as well as the radiators. All of this will help you avoid consuming more than necessary and having an increase in your gas bill, regardless of VAT.
Consider alternatives
You may be interested in using an alternative. For example, instead of using heating in winter, the heat pump option could be interesting. Depending on the type of appliance, the size of the home or the rooms you need to heat, it could be useful to opt for alternatives to gas.
Once again, this will depend on each case and should be analyzed very carefully. You will have to see what interests you most and thus avoid problems that may be causing a greater increase in energy consumption in your home, such as gas.
In short, what we have explained to you can be useful so that the increase in gas VAT affects you less. Just as you can use tricks to spend less with the dryer, you can apply it to many other appliances.
