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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 is Freeview TV?
What is Freeview - and is it really free? Some of the UK’s most popular TV channels, including the BBC, ITV and Channel 4, are part of a package of channels known as Freeview. Despite the name, you...
Do I need a TV licence? (Updated 2025)
While many households are legally required to pay the licence fee, it’s becoming increasingly common not to need a licence at all. Find out if you’re exempt from paying for a licence, and if you...
Heat Pumps for homes: The ultimate guide
As heating bills have continued to climb since the UK energy crisis, heat pumps are regularly suggested as a way to cut home energy bills. With the energy price cap rising by another 2% in October,...
Which carrier network does your mobile use?
The UK is home to dozens of mobile companies - but did you know they all use one of four possible carrier networks? Knowing which carrier network your phone uses is crucial for checking your...
What is the Sky Glass Air?
Sky has released its new generation of Sky Glass Streaming TVs, including the Sky Glass Air. Sleeker and more lightweight than the original Sky Glass and the Sky Glass Gen 2, the Air is also a...
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....
Energy price cap to increase by 2% in October 2025
The UK's energy regulator, Ofgem's Energy price cap is now in effect for October 1 to December 31, 2025. This change will affect millions of households across the country on standard variable...
Energy
The January 2025 energy price cap
The energy price cap has increased by 1.2% for the period of January to March 2025. The average household will pay the equivalent of £1,738 a year for gas and electricity. Customers on standard...
Do energy smart meters save money?
You may have been told that energy smart meters save money, save energy and help you reduce your carbon footprint. The truth is a little more complicated. While smart meters have helped many...
9 simple ways to save energy at Christmas
Looking for ways to save energy at Christmas? With the holiday season comes festive lights, warm gatherings and cosy comforts, but it’s also a time when our energy consumption spikes. With a few...
What to do in a home power cut
A power cut at home is stressful, but there are a few simple things to do when the electricity goes out. Check your fuse box to make sure it's not just your home Check your DNO's website Call 105,...
Broadband & TV
Sky Sports to air 70% more Premier League games this season
With the 2025/26 Premier League season set to kick off on August 15th, dedicated football fans are already marking their calendars for the most exciting matchups. However, changes to this year's...
Should I buy a Wi-Fi router for my home?
Do you need to buy a router when setting up your home internet? Almost all UK broadband packages come with a router included in the cost of the service. This device is sent to you by your broadband...
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...
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...
Water
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....
Yes, you can get water saving gadgets worth up to £32, for free!
UK residents can claim a bundle of water-saving gadgets right now from their local water supplier, completely free. Depending on who your supplier is, these gadgets and devices can be worth over...
Estimate your utility bills with our Utility Bills Calculator (updated 2023)
With energy rates changing every other month, many are wondering how new prices would reflect in their household utility bills. Easily estimate your utility bills To help you better budget...
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
What to do in a home power cut
A power cut at home is stressful, but there are a few simple things to do when the electricity goes out. Check your fuse box to make sure it's not just your home Check your DNO's website Call 105, the UK power cut support line Use your prepared power cut supplies to...
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. However, many homes in the UK don't actually need a licence, even...
How much does it cost to get keys cut?
Are you paying too much to get keys cut? A spare key or two can prove invaluable if you get locked out of your home, but that doesn't mean you should break the bank. The cost of getting a typical house key cost starts between £5.25 and £7 depending on the style of...
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...
PCM News
Get a free house cleaning session, on us!
Whether you are moving house or simply fancy taking advantage of free cleaning services in London, we have the answer. Our partner, Housekeep, offers two hours of cleaning absolutely free. There's no contract, no obligation to use them again after the free two hours...
What information do I need to supply to get an insurance quote?
Despite the difficulties you might have trying to get an insurance quote, insurance is an important safety net to have. Nobody expects the worst to happen until it does, and if you didn't have your precious items covered, it's too late. If you're reading this,...
How will I be charged for water: metered or unmetered?
If you have just moved house, you will have probably registered with your local water company (and if you haven't, we can do that for you!). However, you may be wondering what is next and how will I be charged for water? If so, you are in the right place. How...
Broadband FAQs
Image Credit: Datafloq Answers to your Broadband FAQs Most people feel confident when it comes to using the internet, but buying a broadband package is a different story. Make sure you know everything there is to know so you can make an informed decision when...