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Where to find free moving boxes
Finding a good source of free moving boxes is a great way to save money on your move. A typical home needs more than seventy boxes to pack everything - and that number is even higher for those of us...
How to clear your own gutters
Springtime in the UK may be known for blossom and cute baby animals, but it's most famous of all for one thing - rain. When you're drawing up your spring to-do list, make sure to put aside time to...
Will you face a broadband price rise on April 1st?
Millions of households across the UK are facing a mid-contract broadband price rise on March 31st and April 1st. We took a look at how much bills are going up, as well as which providers won't be...
Canopy Grow and Homebox: Everything you need to know
Homebox isn't just an easy way to manage all your bills in one simple payment. Their plans also come with extra features to make managing your money easier. One is Canopy Grow - a powerful way to...
Invest in Women: International Women’s Day 2024
The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day is Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress. We aim to do both here at Please Connect Me, and we wanted to share thoughts from some of our team about...
Which are the UK’s best cities for expats?
ECA International has published its annual report on the best cities for expats in Europe. The report considers factors like the local environment, housing availability, facilities and personal...
Avoid overpaying with a simple energy meter test
Are you looking for a simple energy meter test you can do at home? Faulty energy meters can be hard to spot, but that doesn't mean you won't feel their effects. Your energy meters measure your gas...
How to bleed a radiator
Knowing how to bleed a radiator is crucial to keeping your heating performing at its best. Trapped air in your radiators creates cold spots, meaning they give off less heat. To save money on your...
Energy
Energy market exit: Shell Energy and Broadband for sale
Shell has announced the sale of its energy and broadband arms, alongside its exit from the retail energy business. The news comes amid concerns that rumours of the end of the energy crisis have been...
Rebel Energy is here to change the UK’s energy market
Every day, we are inundated with requests to recommend energy providers to switch to, especially since the onset of the energy crisis and its ongoing challenges. Some have just moved into a new home...
Is this the end of the UK energy crisis?
Yesterday, May 25th, Ofgem announced that the Energy Price Cap (EPC) will decrease on July 1st, cutting tariffs for more than 29 million households across the UK. The average annual household energy...
Will the new Ofgem Energy Price Cap cut your bills?
Ofgem, the UK regulator for energy, has announced a new energy price cap of  £2,074 from July 1st. The price cap, which is adjusted every three months, sets the annual bills for an average household...
Broadband & TV
Sky and Virgin Media announce their Black Friday broadband deals
Black Friday may not be until November 25th, but top broadband providers Virgin Media and Sky have already announced their Black Friday broadband deals. The discounted prices are available now and...
Free speed boost for Virgin Media O2 customers
Virgin Media have announced that they will increase speeds for all customers on their M100 and M200 by an average of 24%. The new packages are called M125 and M250, in reference to the new...
Hyperoptic Broadband turns 11
Hyperoptic broadband celebrated its 11th birthday this month, and the FTTP internet provider has come a long way since its founding in 2011. After expanding their in-building broadband networks for...
Everything you need to know about Sky Glass – Sky’s Streaming TV
Sky Glass is Sky's newest all-in-one entertainment service. The program, launched in October 2021, lets you order a new smart TV with Sky Entertainment built-in. Sky Glass lets you stream live TV...
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Moving Guides
Installing an electric car charger: What you need to know
Electric Vehicles (EV) are becoming increasingly popular in the UK, and having your own electric car charger installed at home adds an extra layer of convenience. In this guide, we've broken down what you need to know before installing your own electric car charger,...
What does the ULEZ expansion mean for you?
London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) expansion has arrived, with the zone doubling in size to include outer London. The expansion has added millions of homes to the ULEZ, as well as Heathrow Airport. Anyone with a vehicle that doesn't meet emission standards will...
Do I need an Oyster Card?
If you're moving to London, or if you've just arrived, you've probably heard people talking about their Oyster card. While they used to be essential for every Londoner's wallet, Oyster cards are becoming less frequent. However, some people can still save by using...
Moving to London? Do these 8 things the first week
So it's settled - you're moving to London. Your new place is picked out, your stuff is packed and now you're just trying to decide what to do first. London is an incredible city, and getting started on the right foot will help you get the most out of living here....
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