With the cost of living crisis ongoing and a variety of major financial changes set to hit the UK that will further affect costs in April, many are still on the lookout for ways to save money. The last thing anyone needs at the moment is a household issue that costs hundreds or even thousands of pounds to fix, such as blocked drains or a nasty stint of mould. With this in mind, experts at PureSalt have devised three money-saving solutions that the average UK family can benefit from using salt. Any kind of salt will work, but even plain old table salt will do - which you can pick up for as low as 55p in supermarkets. Over time, food particles will naturally accumulate in the kitchen sink drains, clogging parts of the plumbing system, and causing drainage issues and foul odours. Unblocking a drain can cost on average an estimated £75 to £150 depending on the severity. But by pouring a mixture of salt and hot water down your kitchen sink now and again, you can eliminate unpleasant smells from your sink and dissolve grease and food remnants that could clog your drain. Instructions: The average family in the UK does between 8-10 loads of laundry a week, often separating colours and whites and leaving only half of the drum empty, which is not very cost-effective. Last year, the washing machine cost £222.77 to run (47p a load). By applying a salt solution to your clothes beforehand, you can prevent your colours from bleeding into your whites in the washing machine, cutting your loads between 4-7 washes, potentially saving you between £66.01 and £123.76 annually. Instructions: Damp and mould is a prevalent issue in the UK, affecting a fifth of homes in Britain. If untreated, mould can develop into mildew, a form of fungus which can cause allergy symptoms. Mould and mildew removal services costs vary, ranging from £12 to £2,200, depending on the severity and spread. Many people know about placing a bowl of salt next to the window to prevent mould growth by absorbing moisture and condensation, but you can tackle mildew specifically with a combination of lemon juice and salt. Instructions: