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From advice on meter readings and your rights regarding exit fees to comparing energy suppliers, our Energy Guides can help you simplify your finances. Get the information you need to keep your household running smoothly.

How to Switch Energy Supplier: A Step-by-Step Guide

Last reviewed: 12 October 2026 Whether you are buying a new home, moving homes, renting a new place, simply want […]

Warm Home Discount 2026/27: what it is and who qualifies

Last reviewed: 12th  October 2026 As the colder months are approaching, your bills may be on top of your priorities to […]

Gas and electricity discounts for disabled customers

Last reviewed: 7 October 2026 Managing energy bills can be more difficult if you have a disability or health condition, […]

Economy 10 Meters: Ultimate Beginner’s Guide

Last reviewed: 08 October 2026 What exactly is an Economy 10 meter, and why does your electricity cost less at […]

Which Energy grants and schemes are available in 2026?

Last reviewed: 06 October 2026 As energy prices continue to put pressure on household budgets, many people are looking for […]

Energy price cap: what it means for your energy bill

Last checked: 01 October 2026 If you have seen headlines about the energy price cap changing and want to know […]

Energy suppliers offering free gifts, rewards and credit

Last reviewed: 30 September 2026 Switching energy suppliers is usually about one thing: paying less for your gas and electricity. […]

What is the Energy Switch Guarantee?

Last checked: 14 September 2026 Changing energy supplier can feel like a leap into the unknown, especially if you are […]

Disadvantages of smart meters

Last reviewed: 14 September 2026 The great buzz around smart meters might have you wondering if they are worth it, […]

What to do if your energy bill is too high?

Last reviewed: 11 September 2026 An unusually high energy bill can be worrying, but you are not alone. Before disputing it, cancelling your Direct […]

Why Are Our Energy Bills Still So High?

Understanding the Price Cap, Wholesale Costs, and What’s Really Driving the Crisis If wholesale energy prices have dropped, why hasn’t […]

What are the Big Six energy suppliers in the UK?

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

What appliances use the most electricity?

Now more than ever before, homes are equipped with, and reliant in, any number of electrical appliances, with some of […]

Government Grants for Insulation

If you’re on benefits or have a home with a low energy performance rating (EPC), you might be eligible for […]

Energy tariffs for pensioners

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

Want to know your energy efficiency?

Looking to keep your gas and electricity bills low while maintaining good energy efficiency? If the answer is ‘yes’, the […]

Standing Charges

Standing charges appear on most gas and electricity bills. Charged by your energy supplier, they are a a fixed daily […]

Standard Variable Tariffs

Find out how Standard Variable Tariffs (SVTs) work, and what you can do if you’re on one. What is a […]

Government Grants for Double Glazing

Although there aren’t any specific government grants for double glazing, there is a scheme available that can help with both […]

Energy Company Obligation (ECO) Scheme

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

What is the average energy bill in the UK?

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

Fixed Energy Tariffs

The ongoing energy crisis, first beginning in 2021, has seen households and businesses across England, Scotland, and Wales paying all […]

Winter Fuel Payment

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

What is Automatic energy switching and how you can save £££

Automatic energy switching is a simple and easy way to switch energy suppliers and help save money on your bills. […]

Are Electric Vehicles Truly Green?

Electric vehicles (EVs) are often heralded as the future of sustainable transportation, a key development in the global push towards […]

UK energy bills vs Europe: are we paying more than other countries?

Customers in the UK are finding they are paying astronomically more for their gas and electricity: the energy price cap […]

Smart Time of Use (TOU) tariffs: are they fair?

What is a Smart Tariff? To explain, we need some background on traditional tariffs. Most tariffs have two elements: A […]

Why are we being told that Green Energy is cheap?

The push towards green energy has been strongly promoted as a cheap solution to climate change and energy security. However, […]

Can we deliver Energy Security and still go Green using North Sea Gas?

The UK once thrived on its own gas production, fuelling the nation while providing jobs and economic stability. Today, we […]

What is the Demand Flexibility Service and is it any good?

Energy suppliers across the UK have begun trialling scheme that incentivise customers to cut their electricity usage at peak times. […]

When does the energy price cap change and how will it affect my bills?

The energy price cap is a reflection of the volatile energy prices on the wholesale market. And, with the cap […]

Cold Weather Payment

The Cold Weather Payment is financial aid you can receive from the government and paid toward your energy bill during […]

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs)

What is an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)? Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are documents that evaluate the energy efficiency of a […]

Energy Ombudsman

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

Ofgem

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

Who is the best energy supplier?

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

The loyalty penalty

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

2-year fixed energy deals

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

Energy bills explained

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

Cheap energy deals and how to get them

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

Supplier of Last Resort

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

How to avoid energy exit fees when you switch suppliers

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

How to read your energy meter

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

Prepayment vs. Credit meter

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

Can I change energy suppliers if I’m in debt?

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

A guide to solar power and solar panels

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

Making energy supplier complaints

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

What is an MPAN Number?

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

9 Ways To Make Your Old Fridge More Energy Efficient

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

Different Types of Energy Meters

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