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Ofwat to be Abolished: What it means for you
A major review of water services across the UK has made 88 recommended changes - the biggest of which is abolishing the current regulatory body Ofwat. The review was headed by Sir Jon Cunliffe as...
What do I need to know when buying broadband?
When buying broadband, a little preparation goes a long way. Knowing what kind of broadband package you're looking for, what internet speeds you need and what's available in your area - along with...
Which energy supplier is right for you?
Switching energy suppliers is one of the simplest ways to save on your energy bills, but how do you choose an energy supplier? The differences between energy suppliers may not be immediately...
Where in the UK has a hosepipe ban in 2025?
With this spring being declared the warmest and sunniest on record, it’s not surprising that some areas are now seeing a hosepipe ban in 2025. Hosepipe bans don’t just limit using your hose at...
Do I need a landline phone in 2025?
Do most people really need a landline phone in 2025? You are likely part of the 85% of UK residents who no longer use their landline phone regularly. Between the ubiquity of mobile phones and the...
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...
Energy
How to defrost a freezer (and save on your bills)
Here's how to defrost your freezer to help it run at maximum efficiency, and keep your electricity bills down. Frost building up in your freezer doesn't just limit the amount of food you can fit...
The 10 most effective gas and electricity saving tips
The internet is full of gas and electricity-saving tips. In fact, we've published an article with more than 100 here that you can try in your home. If you're looking for the biggest impact on your...
102 ways to save energy at home (Updated November 2024)
With energy costs and household bills climbing rapidly, you've asked us to collect a list of easy ways to save energy at home. Below, you'll find our top tips for reducing your gas and electricity...
The October 2024 price cap and what it means for your bills
The October 2024 energy price cap is in place from the 1st of October, controlling the energy prices and standing charges of customers on standard variable tariffs. The new price cap raises energy...
Broadband & TV
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...
How to watch Netflix on your TV
Great TV shows and movies deserve to be watched on the biggest and best screen available. For most people, this means their television. If you have an older television set, there might not be an...
How Christmas TV became a UK tradition & what to watch in 2024
Since 1957 Christmas TV has been almost as big a part of festive celebrations as carols, presents or even a turkey dinner. In 2020, the average Brit spent 24 hours and 45 minutes watching TV in...
Do I need a TV licence in the UK? (Updated 2024)
Do I need a TV licence? It's a question we hear from those moving home in the UK on a daily basis. TV licensing sends regular reminders to homes without a licence to remind them to register for one....
Water
Is there a hosepipe ban in the UK? (July 2023)
Is there a hosepipe ban in the UK? The short answer (in July 2023) is yes - in some areas. Read on for more details on what a hosepipe ban is, how to avoid breaking the ban and which UK water...
Cut your home’s carbon footprint this Earth Day
April 22nd is Earth Day, a global holiday in support of environmental protection. In 2023, more than a billion people around the globe are expected to participate in fundraising, protests, clean-up...
Price increase 2023: Energy, Water, Broadband, Council tax
As April rolls around, households across the UK will see increases in broadband, water, and council tax bills. Meanwhile, businesses will face a hike in energy bills as the government's Energy Bill...
Hard or soft water? Find out with our water hardness checker
It might not seem important, but knowing if your area has hard water or soft water can help make your day-to-day water use more efficient, as well as save you money on repairs and maintenance....
Council tax
Over 850,000 people in the UK eligible for a Council Tax refund
Could you be owed a Council Tax refund? A recent investigation from Money Saving Expert has found more than 850,000 people in the UK are owed £100+ in refunds for overpaid Council Tax. Currently,...
How much will my utility bills cost in 2023?
UPDATE: We updated these figures in October 2022 to reflect Liz Truss's energy price guarantee and other changes to the cost of living How much will utility bills cost this year? Many are asking the...
Moving Guides
7 unexpected bills that add to the cost of moving home
There are so many pieces that go into the cost of moving home that it's easy to forget some. However, these unexpected expenses can add hundreds of pounds to your moving bills. When you're budgeting for your move, make sure to include: Boxes and packaging, including...
Relocating with pets? Here’s 9 things you need to know
Moving internationally means pulling off dozens of complicated and important manoeuvrers in order, and when you're relocating with your pets it adds a new set of concerns. More than half of the world's population now owns a pet, with the rise in adoptions we saw...
How to defrost a freezer (and save on your bills)
Here's how to defrost your freezer to help it run at maximum efficiency, and keep your electricity bills down. Frost building up in your freezer doesn't just limit the amount of food you can fit inside. It also makes it harder for your freezer to keep cool, especially...
Save when you move with these 6 home move freebies
Did you know there are useful home move freebies you can claim to help cut the cost of moving? From saving on moving supplies to cutting your bills once you've settled in, there's plenty out there for savvy home movers. Make sure you claim these free gifts and...
PCM News
Which UK provider offers the quickest broadband speeds?
There are a few different types of broadband speeds, as we have established in our 'Which speed is right for me?' article. But let's say you are looking for the outright fastest speeds for broadband, where should you look and which providers supply the quickest...
5 top tips for getting the best deal for broadband
Whether you think broadband is the most revolutionary invention of all time, or feel threatened by its ever-growing power and control it has over the human race, it's here to stay. It is thoroughly ingrained into our society and we all use it for many aspects...
How can I watch Wimbledon 2018?
Finally, FINALLY, the sun seems to have found its way to our tiny little island and the unbearably-cold temperatures that this winter brought the UK are over. Summer is here. British summers and Wimbledon go hand-in-hand, and this year is set to be a fantastic...
British Gas announces price rise
British Gas announced a price rise today for those on a standard tariff as of 29 May. Those on British Gas' standard tariff will see their prices rise by over 5%, to an average of over £1,100 per year. The firm has justified this increase by stating that the...