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What is a stopcock? How to turn off your water
Finding the stopcock in your new home should be one of the first things you do on moving day. In a plumbing emergency, it can be the only thing standing between you and hundreds of pounds in...
What to pack in your day-one moving box
Packing a day-one moving box or bag full of home move essentials is a simple way to make your move less stressful. Having what you need for the first day in your new home to hand saves you from...
Why is moving house so stressful?
What is it that makes moving house so stressful? Moving to a new home is consistently ranked as one of the most stressful life events people go through. From house hunting to packing, to the move...
Which area has the most expensive water bills in the UK?
As it stands, the Devon and Cornwall counties have the most expensive water bills in the UK, where the average household and small business consumer pays an average of £520. This average reflects...
Energy Price Cap update: what July’s changes mean for your bills
If you're moving home this summer, there's some encouraging news when it comes to your energy bills. From 1 July 2025, the energy price cap, which limits what suppliers can charge on standard...
How to save when moving home
As we approach the middle of 2025, the cost-of-living crisis in the UK and worldwide continues to escalate, prompting people to devise innovative ways to save money. This is especially true when...
How do I set up water at home?
When moving house or moving into a UK home for the first time, you will most likely have a connected water supply. However, it’s important to set up water accounts with your local supplier as soon...
Average household bills in 2025: how much do bills cost?
Wondering how much household bills are nowadays? Here’s a breakdown of common household bill averages in the UK as of 2025, although it’s worth noting that these are merely estimates. Your actual...
Energy
Energy Price Cap update: what July’s changes mean for your bills
If you're moving home this summer, there's some encouraging news when it comes to your energy bills. From 1 July 2025, the energy price cap, which limits what suppliers can charge on standard...
What happens when your energy supplier goes bust
Do you know what to do when your energy supplier goes bust? Here is everything you need to know when that happens. Energy market in the past few years Over the past few years, the UK's energy market...
Rebel Energy goes bust: here’s what you should do if you’re a Rebel customer
Rebel Energy, a UK-based energy supplier with approximately 90,000 customers (80,000 domestic and 10,000 business users), has now ceased trading. The company will now leave industry regulator Ofgem...
Energy price cap to rise by 6.4% in April 2025, adding £111 to average annual bills
​As of today, April 1, 2025, Ofgem's previously announced energy price cap increase has come into effect, raising the average annual household energy bill by £111 to £1,849. This 6.4% increase...
Broadband & TV
Moving home with Sky broadband
When moving home, one of the first things you’ll want to take care of is your broadband service. If you’re currently using Sky broadband and want to know what to expect during the move, here’s a...
Should I choose monthly rolling broadband?
Are you searching for monthly rolling broadband? If you're currently in a short-term rental or looking for contract flexibility, a one-month broadband contract could be the perfect solution. Be...
What channels do you get with Sky TV? (Updated 2025)
Welcome to Please Connect Me's complete Sky TV channel guide. Here you'll find answers to all of your questions about Sky TV channels, hardware, streaming services and more. Use the table of...
The complete Sky Essential TV channel guide (updated 2025)
What is Sky Essential TV? Sky's Essential TV package is a competitively priced digital TV package focusing on the most popular channels and streaming services that Sky offers. What's included...
Water
What is a stopcock? How to turn off your water
Finding the stopcock in your new home should be one of the first things you do on moving day. In a plumbing emergency, it can be the only thing standing between you and hundreds of pounds in...
How much will your water bill increase in 2025?
Are you prepared for a water bill increase in 2025? All but one of the UK's water companies will be increasing customer bills from April 1st. These price rises include the £160m of refunds Ofwat...
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...
Water companies to refund £160m to customers in water bill discounts
Water regulator Ofwat has once again instructed water suppliers across the UK to refund their customers via a water bill discount. The order comes after the 17 largest water and wastewater companies...
Council tax
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...
How to register to vote when you move
Whether you're moving to a new home or it's your first time, taking the time to register to vote has multiple benefits. The most obvious is getting the ability to vote in local and national...
What does council tax pay for?
What does Council Tax pay for? Most households in the UK pay Council Tax to their local authority. The amount of tax paid is based on the value of their home, the rates set by the local council and...
What’s the average Council Tax bill in the UK?
In the 2024-2025 tax year, the average council tax charge for a Band D property is £2,171 a year in England, £2,024 a year in Wales and £1,421 in Scotland. Council Tax bands range from A (the lowest...
Moving Guides
What to pack in your day-one moving box
Packing a day-one moving box or bag full of home move essentials is a simple way to make your move less stressful. Having what you need for the first day in your new home to hand saves you from hunting through boxes when you’re already exhausted. So, what should you...
Why is moving house so stressful?
What is it that makes moving house so stressful? Moving to a new home is consistently ranked as one of the most stressful life events people go through. From house hunting to packing, to the move itself, to the unpacking, the entire experience is a long and arduous...
How to save when moving home
As we approach the middle of 2025, the cost-of-living crisis in the UK and worldwide continues to escalate, prompting people to devise innovative ways to save money. This is especially true when moving house in the UK, as expenses can quickly add up. If you’re not...
Should I choose monthly rolling broadband?
Are you searching for monthly rolling broadband? If you're currently in a short-term rental or looking for contract flexibility, a one-month broadband contract could be the perfect solution. Be aware though - monthly rolling broadband isn't available from all...
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...
