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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...
How Migrate makes moving to London easier
Moving to London is stressful, especially if you're new to the UK. Between the UK immigration process and finding a home in one of the world's busiest capitals, it's hard to know where to start....
Waste Collection: Which bin should you use?
Do you know which bin to use when you're throwing out rubbish, food waste and recycling? The problem of where to throw your waste away can quickly get complicated in the UK. Which bin to use for...
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...
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...
The 7 biggest problems you’ll face when moving to London
Moving to London is a huge undertaking, especially if you're new to the UK. In a city of 8.8 million people, 32 boroughs and 237 Pret a Mangers, it's easy to get overwhelmed. If you're planning your...
The pros and cons of moving at Christmas time
Moving at Christmas time can save you money and mean you have time off work to settle in, but it also presents some unique challenges. We looked at the pros and cons of a festive move to help you...
How to find Christmas tree recycling near you
Looking for how to safely dispose of your Christmas tree at the end of the festive season? Here's our guide to Christmas tree recycling and donation. Can I recycle my Christmas tree? Yes!...
Energy
Setting up Energy in the UK
In this guide, we've included some of the most common questions on energy, including how to set up and manage your energy, the UK's energy infrastructure and a glossary of common key terms you'll...
Simple ways to stay cool & save energy in the summer
As the great British summertime heats up, people around the country fight to stay cool. Keeping your home - and yourself - frosty doesn't need to cost a fortune. With a few simple tricks, you can...
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,...
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...
Broadband & TV
Movie night? You can now stream ‘Barbenheimer’ online
'Barbenheimer' took the global box office by storm this past summer, emerging as one of the most significant cinematic events of the year. Together, these two blockbuster hits, 'Barbie' and...
What happened to Post Office broadband?
With news of the post office scandal filling headlines this month, you might be worriedly asking yourself 'Wait - am I a post office broadband customer?' As recently as 2021, the Post Office had...
How much will the 2024 TV licence cost?
Update 07/12/23: The government has confirmed the new licence fee will be £169.50 from April. This is a rise of 6.6%, based on the rate of inflation in September rather than an average through the...
What is a mesh network?
While shopping for a broadband package or a WiFi extender you might have seen the term mesh network - but what does that actually mean? A mesh network could be the upgrade your home internet needs...
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Moving Guides
Spread the word: Who to contact when you move
Do you know who to contact when you move home? If not, you could miss important post - or worse. Luckily, we've compiled this handy list of the organisations and businesses that might need to know about your new address. Cross each one off and before you know it...
Hacks to declutter your home when you move
One of the first steps on our complete moving checklist is to declutter your home - and for good reason. The fewer things you move with the faster and cheaper your move will be. Don't waste time and money packing, moving and unpacking things you don't even want! To...
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...
How to switch energy suppliers: Everything you need to know
Are you looking to switch energy suppliers? Perhaps you've been reading about impending energy price increases and are looking to save on your gas and electricity bills. If you are then we're here to help. As Connections Experts, we've helped thousands of households...
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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...
What happens when I contact Please Connect Me for help with my broadband?
Have you found yourself wondering 'where can I get help with my broadband plan?' or curious about how Please Connect Me saves their customers time, money and energy? The multitude of different providers and packages can make choosing broadband a dizzily confusing...
Energy FAQs – All your most common energy questions answered
We are guessing that your school curriculum involved maths and science, but not a lot on the most common energy questions that come up after you move home. Google might be your friend to answer individual queries, but we've collected the answers to all of the...
Do I need building or contents insurance?
When you move into your new home, arranging building and/or contents insurance should be high on your to-do list. Sorting out insurance can help give you peace of mind in case the worst happens. What's the difference between buildings and contents...