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- Fuel Direct If you are struggling to pay your energy bills and you are in receipt of certain benefits, you can arrange to have a fixed amount deducted directly from your benefits payments to go towards your bills.
- The Warm Home Discount explained If you're claiming certain benefits, you may be entitled to money off your energy bills in the winter. Here's what you need to know, and how to claim.
- How to pay energy bills Our guide tells you all you need to know about the various ways you can pay your energy bills
- Energy standing charges explained It’s not as simple as just paying for the energy you use. Standing charges mean that every household must also pay a flat daily rate for their gas and energy supply. Our guide explains what you should know about standing charges.
- What to do if your energy tariff is ending Money-saving deals are hard to come by right now. So what should you do if your tariff is ending imminently? Get up to speed with this guide.
- Energy price cap explained: what is the energy price cap? Find out what the latest price cap means for your energy bills and what you can do about it.
- The feed-in tariffs scheme The feed-in tariffs scheme is now closed to new applications, but many households continue to benefit.
- Moving home and your energy supply It’s easy to arrange your energy supply when you move home. Our guide walks you through the process.
- What are smart thermostats and how do they work? Read our guide to find out more about energy-saving smart thermostats and discover how they could help you keep your energy bills down.
- Understanding your energy usage Knowing how much gas and electricity you use helps to give you the most accurate quote when comparing energy deals. Our guide explains how to work out your energy usage, and what to do if you don’t have the information to hand.
- Using cash or cheques to pay your energy bill Lots of people have switched to electronic payments, but most energy companies will still accept older forms of payment
- How much energy does loft insulation save? Insulating your loft will almost certainly save you money. But how much? And what kind of loft insulation costs can you expect? We take a look
- Warm Home Discount and Social Tariffs Struggling to manage your energy bills? Our guide walks you through your options.
- How much does it cost to insulate my home and is it worth it? Read our guide to find out how insulating your home could save you money
- All you need to know about Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs)
- Economy 7 How does Economy 7 work? And can it save you money? Read on and we'll walk you through what you need to know.
- Energy Complaints It could be a dispute over your bills, or maybe you’ve received poor customer service. If you need to make a complaint to your energy supplier, our guide will help you through the dispute resolution process.
- Energy saving tips Energy prices are at record levels. So we put our heads together to come up with some simple steps to help trim your bills.
- How do energy bills work? Confused by your energy bills? Our helpful guide explains all
- Fuel Poverty If you're struggling to pay your energy bills this winter, there are ways to improve your situation
- Can I get government help to pay my energy bill? The government offers help to vulnerable and low income homes – see if you’re eligible for discounts on your fuel bill
- Green Homes Grant Now closed, the Government’s green initiative was aimed at making our homes more energy efficient and saving you some cash in the process. Here's how the scheme worked...
- Cavity Wall Insulation Insulating your home is a good way to keep the heat in, but it can also save you money too - here's how.
- Find my energy supplier Getting to grips with where your energy comes from is the perfect first step to understanding your bill, using less power, and switching to the best supplier and tariff.
- Are solar panels worth it in 2024? They’re increasingly common, but are solar panels worth the outlay? Will they save money on your electricity bills and do they offer good value with other low carbon energy options available? Read on and we’ll explain everything you need to know about buying domestic solar panels and generating your own solar energy.
- Winter fuel payment The government’s winter fuel payment can help you with the cost of your energy bills
- How To Read Your Electricity And Gas Meters Find out what you need to know about the different types of energy meters, and how to read them
- What is a Cold Weather Payment?
- The Green Deal explained Our guide tells you all you need to know about the Green Deal scheme
- How to keep your home warm in winter Tips and tricks to stay warm while keeping on top of your energy bills.
- Monthly Variable Direct Debit Energy bills are among our most costly household outgoings and knowing which payment method to choose can be confusing. Get some clarity with our full guide.
- Are electric blankets more cost effective than central heating? The cost of heating a home is still a challenge for many – but how do the alternatives stack up? Is having an electric blanket a more affordable way to stay warm in winter? Read on and we’ll explain.
- Monthly direct debit Find out how paying your energy bills by direct debit could save you money.
- Payment Card Find out how energy payment cards work with our dedicated guide.