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What’s the value of installing a new boiler?
If you've read our article on improving your home's EPC rating, you've seen our advice that installing a new boiler saves you money or your energy bills and cuts your carbon footprint. However,...
Am I paying too much Council Tax?
Could you be paying too much Council Tax? Your Council Tax bill is based on the value of your property and the area you live in. Add in the possible available discounts and it can be hard to tell if...
What is Virgin Media Stream?
Virgin Media Stream is the TV streaming service from Virgin Media that comes completely contract-free. Stream aims to be one place to collect all of your streaming subscriptions, catch-up...
Do I have to do an end of tenancy clean?
How clean should my house be when I move? Whether or not it's required by your contract, it's considered polite to clean your house when you move out. You may well be back in touch with the new...
15 easy tips for saving water
Our top tips for saving water are here to help keep your bills and your carbon footprint low. Saving water reduces your environmental impact by cutting the energy needed to clean, transport and heat...
How can I improve my EPC rating?
Does your home or a property you own have a low EPC rating? The EPC - Energy Performance Certificate - of a home is a score of how energy-efficient it is. A better EPC means less energy wastage and...
How to get proof of address in the UK
Proof of address is one of the key pieces of ID you'll need while living in the UK. You'll be asked for it when opening a bank account, registering for local services, starting a tenancy and more....
The water bill jargon buster – Understanding your water bill
Understanding your water bill is key to being sure you're paying the right amount every month. We've put together this water bill jargon buster to make things a little easier. You'll find...
Energy
Why comparison sites now have no available energy tariffs
If you've tried to use an energy price comparison website like USwitch, Go Compare or Compare the Market recently, you were probably left disappointed. Rather than a list of better-value energy...
Energy Price Guarantee to rise by 20% in April
Jeremy Hunt has confirmed the government will continue with their plan for a new Energy Price Guarantee (EPG) in April, despite calls for action to shield households from rising bills. The average...
The last 3 years of the UK energy market
What's happened to the UK energy market? Since 2021, we've been told we're in the throes of an energy crisis. We've seen the price cap on standard variable tariffs go from an upper limit keeping...
Octopus Energy to take over 1.5 million customers from Bulb
Octopus Energy has finally completed the takeover of the more than 1.5 million customers previously supplied by Bulb. The takeover, which has taken more than a year to put together, will also see...
Broadband & TV
How do wi-fi boosters work? What are they for?
Wi-Fi boosters, a.k.a. internet range extenders or signal boosters, extend the range of your Wi-Fi network. These handy devices are a lifesaver for anyone with a weak internet signal at home....
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...
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Moving Guides
How to take energy meter readings
Being able to accurately take energy meter readings will save you time and money when it comes to paying for your gas and electricity. There are a few different types of meters installed across the UK, and we've outlined how to take a reading from each below. Please...
How do wi-fi boosters work? What are they for?
Wi-Fi boosters, a.k.a. internet range extenders or signal boosters, extend the range of your Wi-Fi network. These handy devices are a lifesaver for anyone with a weak internet signal at home. Knowing how your Wi-Fi booster works is crucial for getting the most from...
Unstable foundations: Why are more property sales falling through?
As the UK braces for recession, the property market is seeing its own worrying trend in an increase in the number of property sales falling through. House Buyer Bureau, using data from market analysts TwentyCi indicates more than 78,000 property sales fell through in...
The UK’s best broadband for students
Finding the right broadband is tough for anyone, but for students weighing up the options can become a nightmare. Short tenancy lengths, multiple heavy users and tight household budgets mean many popular options won't be suitable. Luckily, we've put together a guide...
PCM News
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