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Water bills set to rise: calculate how much you’ll be paying this year
Starting 1 April 2026, households across England, Scotland and Wales will face a new round of water bill increases. Water prices vary depending on your location, so use our calculator below to find...
How to fix common utility issues: No power, frozen pipes, slow internet and more
Whether you’re moving into a new home or getting ready for the new year, utility issues always seem to pop up at the worst moment. We’ve used our years of experience as moving and utility experts to...
Brokers vs Comparison sites: Why use an insurance broker?
Do you really need to use a professional insurance broker when there are so many comparison sites available? In 2026, with dozens of websites offering to find you options for insurance in seconds,...
2026 Housing Market predictions: Gen Z gets a foot on the ladder
What are experts predicting for the 2026 housing market? Over the last five years, we’ve seen rapid growth in house prices during the peak pandemic years of 2020 - 2022, followed by slower but...
Scottish Water bills to rise in April 2026
Scottish Water customers will see bills rise in April 2026, the publicly owned organisation has confirmed. The increase will go towards maintaining and improving water infrastructure, in order to...
What is the CRF? Government launches ‘Crisis and Resilience Fund’
From April 2026, UK residents will be able to request emergency funds from the CRF - the ‘Crisis and Resilience Fund’. In total, £3bn has been allocated to the fund, which, in an unusual move, will...
What are the average bills for a UK household in 2026?
Are you paying more or less than the average bills in the UK? While every home’s costs for utilities and services are different, knowing what the average bills are across the UK makes it easier to...
2026 TV Highlights: Essential viewing and where to watch
Which of the many 2026 TV highlights coming up this year are you most excited about? If you don’t know where to begin, check out our guide to the biggest shows coming this year to a small screen...
Energy
What are the average bills for a UK household in 2026?
Are you paying more or less than the average bills in the UK? While every home’s costs for utilities and services are different, knowing what the average bills are across the UK makes it easier to...
Millions could see lower energy standing charges in 2026
Lower energy standing charges could be coming from April 2026. The news, which will result in lower gas and electricity bills for all energy consumers, is especially welcome following the...
Explained: why are energy prices going up despite lower unit rates?
As we head into 2026, many UK households are facing a confusing reality: headlines mention falling wholesale energy costs, yet monthly bills are set to rise from January. If the cost of buying...
12 Christmas energy saving tips to cut your bills
🎄 Top Christmas Energy Saving Tips The festive season is an expensive time of year. Luckily, you can prevent getting a nasty surprise in your January energy bills with these simple tips to keep your...
Broadband & TV
What are the average bills for a UK household in 2026?
Are you paying more or less than the average bills in the UK? While every home’s costs for utilities and services are different, knowing what the average bills are across the UK makes it easier to...
2026 TV Highlights: Essential viewing and where to watch
Which of the many 2026 TV highlights coming up this year are you most excited about? If you don’t know where to begin, check out our guide to the biggest shows coming this year to a small screen...
The death of satellite TV: Is internet TV here to stay?
The phrase ‘Internet TV’ might make you think of on-demand streaming services watched on a laptop or mobile phone. However, millions of households now watch live TV channels on their main television...
Sky TV Vs Now TV: What’s the difference?
Sky TV vs Now TV - which option is right for you? While TV packages from both suppliers might seem similar, there are actually lots of differences between the options. We’ve broken down the big...
Water
Water bills set to rise: calculate how much you’ll be paying this year
Starting 1 April 2026, households across England, Scotland and Wales will face a new round of water bill increases. Water prices vary depending on your location, so use our calculator below to find...
Scottish Water bills to rise in April 2026
Scottish Water customers will see bills rise in April 2026, the publicly owned organisation has confirmed. The increase will go towards maintaining and improving water infrastructure, in order to...
Is Thames Water publicly owned? Who owns Thames Water in 2025?
Who owns Thames Water? Thames Water is the UK’s largest water company, providing clean water and wastewater services for more than 15.5 million people in and around London. Currently, Thames Water...
What’s the average water bill in the UK (2025)?
What’s the average UK water bill for 2025/26? The average water bill for a UK household in 2025 is £603, according to Water UK. This is an increase of more than 26% on 2024’s average of £473 a year....
Council tax
What are the average bills for a UK household in 2026?
Are you paying more or less than the average bills in the UK? While every home’s costs for utilities and services are different, knowing what the average bills are across the UK makes it easier to...
5% Council Tax cap on increases lifted in six areas
The UK government has announced that the Council Tax cap, which limits increases to 5% a year, will be lifted in six areas in 2026 and 2027. The move is designed to help local authorities that will...
London councils cyber attacks: what to do if you’re affected
Several London councils are facing weeks of disruption after a significant cyber attack that compromised IT systems across Kensington and Chelsea, Westminster, and Hammersmith & Fulham. These...
How to set up council tax in the UK
Remembering to set up Council Tax when you move home is an easy task to miss off your checklist but it's an important one. Council Tax pays for essential local services, including rubbish...
Moving Guides
How to fix common utility issues: No power, frozen pipes, slow internet and more
Whether you’re moving into a new home or getting ready for the new year, utility issues always seem to pop up at the worst moment. We’ve used our years of experience as moving and utility experts to put together this guide. Find out what the most common utility issues...
Don’t miss out on freebies! Free Christmas trees movies & more
The festive season is an expensive time of year, so don't miss out on these Christmas freebies that will save you money this December! From Christmas trees to gadgets that will save you money on your bills all year round, here’s what to look out for this year. ...
Moving in winter made simple: top hacks for winter moves
Moving in winter can feel like a daunting task. There are plenty of reasons August is the most popular month to move house, and moving home in the winter months is far less common. However, with careful planning, a wintertime home move can be low-stress. You might...
Are professional packers worth it?
Should you hire professional packers when you move home? When the alternative is packing everything you own into bags and boxes while juggling every other part of the moving process, bringing in the experts is certainly appealing. However, the high cost of hiring...
PCM News
What is the Renters’ Rights Bill
The Renters' Rights Bill is expected to become law after Easter this year and is expected to take effect between July and October 2025. What is the Renters' Rights Bill? The Renters' Rights Bill is a proposed piece of legislation designed to strengthen legal...
How to switch water suppliers
You currently can't switch water suppliers in the UK. The company that handles your clean water supply and wastewater disposal is decided by the area you live in When you move home, you're responsible for identifying and registering with your new supplier. Otherwise,...
How to register for water when you move
When you move into a UK home the water supply will be connected, but it's still important to register for water with your local supplier. Customers who fail to set up their accounts properly can be billed for water that they haven't used. Registering also means you...
Finding your dream job in London made simple
London is a world capital for finance, culture and history - it’s no wonder so many people choose to move here every year. However, with a population of 9.7 million, it’s easy to feel like a tiny fish in a giant pond! Luckily, there's plenty of expert help available...