Energy Guides

If you’ve complained to your energy provider and the issue has remained unresolved, you’re probably wondering what to do next. […]

What is Ofgem? Ofgem – short for ‘Office of Gas and Electricity Markets’ – was formed in 1999. It’s a […]

Automatic energy switching – or auto switching for short – is a simple and easy way to switch energy suppliers […]

With the UK’s smart meter rollout in full swing, energy suppliers are keen to emphasise their benefits, such as being […]

“Who is the best energy supplier?” is a question we get asked a lot. And the truth is, there’s no […]

Find out everything you need to know about the “loyalty penalty” or “loyalty tax”, including how it might be affecting […]

How do 2-year fixed energy deals work? A fixed energy deal, also known as a fixed tariff, fixed-rate deal or […]

As energy prices across the UK continue to rise, many are left struggling to pay their monthly bills. To help […]

Many factors can influence the amount you will pay for your energy, such as where you live, the type of […]

What is printed on your energy bill can sometimes be confusing and make it hard to know if you’re paying […]

If you’ve had an abnormally high bill the first thing you need to do is make sure that it’s accurate. […]

Energy suppliers used to reserve the cheapest and best energy deals for its first-time customers. These deals would inadvertently be […]

In competitive market arenas, such as the gas and electricity markets, it is not uncommon for a company to fail. […]

If you’re disabled or caring for someone who is, you are likely to be feeling the effects of the cost-of-living […]

Although routinely switching energy suppliers can be a great way to save on your energy bills, there is a barrier […]

Knowing how to read your gas and electricity meters is essential. It allows you to keep an eye on the […]

When the Government introduced the Energy Price Guarantee (EPG) in October 2022, it temporarily took over Ofgem’s Energy Price Cap. […]

The type of meter you have can have a big impact on how much you pay for your energy. Depending […]

For many of those of pensionable age, living on a fixed or low income means having to budget wisely. A […]

The ongoing cost-of-living crisis has had a devastating effect on the gas and electricity markets in the UK, greatly affecting […]

The continued cost of living crisis has left thousands of households across the UK struggling to pay their bills, with […]

In spite of our often questionable weather, solar panels are becoming an increasingly ubiquitous sight across the UK. But how […]

Introduced by the UK Government in 2013, the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme aims to reduce emissions and tackle fuel […]

Not satisfied with the service from your energy supplier? Find out the best way to make a complaint and get […]

Known collectively as the ‘Big Six’, these were the biggest legacy suppliers of gas and energy in the UK. The […]

If you’re looking to change your electricity supplier or move house, you’ll need your MPAN number to hand. Find out […]

The Energy Switch Guarantee aims to increase consumer confidence in switching and improve the speed and ease of switching energy […]

Perhaps it is no surprise that a refrigerator is one of the appliances that consumes the most energy in UK […]

Having a broad understanding of the different types of energy meters, will help you with taking meter readings, which are […]

What is renewable energy, why does it matter, and how can you can get it? This energy guide will give […]

It’s worthwhile to understand your energy usage for a variety of reasons. You might want to monitor your usage over […]

If you switch suppliers, you could get yourself a better deal on your energy and save up to £300 on your energy […]

If you use more electricity in the evening and overnight, getting an Economy 10 meter installed could make a lot […]

Smart meters will be offered for free to most UK households by the end of 2020. Make sure you know […]

If you are a student or tenant and you want help switching to the cheapest energy supplier, a switching service could still […]

Wondering if a change of meter could help you enjoy cheaper gas and electric rates? We’ve put together a quick […]

If you suspect there’s something wrong with your meter or, you think you’re being billed incorrectly, you’ll need to know […]

For whatever reasons you’re looking to change gas suppliers, you’ll need your MPRN number. Find out what they are and […]

Many energy suppliers offer free gifts when you switch to their service. Below we list some of the best supplier […]

With working from home still a popular choice for many, alongside our natural inclination to stay indoors during the colder […]

Switchcraft offers a unique service to the energy switching world – a service that USwitch, Comparethemarket, GoCompare and other similar […]

When it comes to paying your energy bill there are a lot of different options. Find out how the different […]

What is energy back billing? If you haven’t been charged correctly for energy that you used in the past your […]

Cooling off periods help protect consumers from penalty fees if they change their minds after starting a switch. Find out […]

If you live in a house with gas and electricity you can either have both fuels managed by one provider […]

When moving house, people often wonder how to switch energy bills over to their new place. Well, thankfully it’s pretty […]

Get to grips with the Winter Fuel Payment (also known as the Winter Fuel Allowance). Find out what it is, […]

Discover all there is to know about standard variable tariffs (SVTs). If you’re on an SVT, find out how they […]

There are a number of cases where your supplier might end up owing you money. Below we explain why this […]

The main reason for choosing to pay monthly via direct debit is that these plans are the cheapest. Monthly direct […]