ENERGY - GUIDE INDEX
Energy guides
Gas and electricity is where most UK households have the widest gap between what they pay and what they could pay. The guides below cover the practical side of running an energy account: reading your bill, taking accurate meter readings, understanding what standing charges actually buy you, and working out whether a fixed tariff or the standard variable rate suits your household better.
You will also find explainers on the things that quietly drive your usage, from smart meters and heat pumps to EPC ratings and boiler efficiency, plus seasonal tips for cutting consumption without sitting in the cold. If you are moving in somewhere new, start with setting up energy, then use the bill calculator to sanity-check what you should be paying.
Everything here is written to stay useful rather than to report a single price cap announcement. For the latest rate changes and market news, see the main blog. For official guidance on switching, supplier obligations and what to do when something goes wrong, Ofgem is the regulator to check.
Latest energy guides
Can I get cheaper electricity at night?
Can you get cheaper electricity at night? Economy 7, Economy 10 and off-peak tariffs explained, plus how to tell if switching would actually save you money.
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Energy saving while you're away: save money on holiday with these tips
Want to save money on holiday? A little preparation before you travel can cut your energy bills while your home sits empty. Here are our top tips.
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How long does it take to switch energy suppliers in the UK?
If you’re wondering how long the switchover process takes from start to finish, don’t panic - we’ve broken down every step of the process below.
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Energy myths: 6 you're still falling for
From phantom power to green tariff loopholes - we bust 6 common energy myths costing UK households money on their gas and electricity bills.
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All energy guides
Renewable energy tariff: do they actually reduce your carbon footprint?
Is your home ready for summer? Energy tips from experts
12 Christmas energy saving tips to cut your bills
Maximise natural light at home this winter - for free!
These 6 habits are draining energy in your home
What to look for when choosing an energy tariff
Heat Pumps for homes: The ultimate guide
Can I save energy by unplugging things?
How to find and use your fuse box
Which energy supplier is right for you?
What happens when your energy supplier goes bust
What are energy standing charges? Does everyone pay them?
Gas leak at home: Key signs and what to do
Do energy smart meters save money?
9 simple ways to save energy at Christmas
What to do in a home power cut
How to defrost a freezer (and save on your bills)
The 10 most effective gas and electricity saving tips
What are the Future Homes Standards 2025?
Switch to direct debit and save money on energy bills
How to switch energy suppliers: Everything you need to know
Beat the heat (without breaking the bank) this summer
What is Great British Energy?
What is a standard variable tariff?
What is a fixed-rate tariff?
Setting up Energy in the UK
Simple ways to stay cool & save energy in the summer
What's the value of installing a new boiler?
How can I improve my EPC rating?
Avoid overpaying with a simple energy meter test
How to bleed a radiator
Why 2G and 3G smart meters are going to stop working
How to convert your gas units to kwh
How to read your energy bill
Should I move to a home with a Heat Pump?
Ways to save with a home smart meter
Installing an electric car charger: What you need to know
How much does it cost to run an air fryer? (Updated 2023)
What happens when you change energy providers?
Understand your energy bill better with our Energy Bill Jargon Buster
How to take energy meter readings
Save energy, save on bills - which appliances use the most energy?
How to save on energy bills if your home has low EPC
Energy FAQs - All your most common energy questions answered
Moving home? We will set your energy up for you
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