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Energy guides

If you're looking for assistance in comparing energy, switching energy or any energy problem, our energy guides are here to help.

Energy bills

Managing energy bills is key for customers - find the answers to your questions here.

Air fryer running costs: are they cheaper than ovens?Can you save money as well as enjoy healthier, tastier meals with an air fryer? Discover h ..
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What is the ideal room temperature for my home?Discover what your home’s ideal room temperature should be and how to set up your heating ..
Are electric blankets expensive to run?Can you really save money using electric blankets over central heating? Find out the costs ..
How to prepare for a price cap update
How to prepare for a price cap updateWith the price cap due to be updated on four times a year, Uswitch has released a checklis ..
Reading bill
Frequently asked energy bill questionsConfused by your energy bill? Confused by your electricity bill? You’re not alone. Read th ..
Energy meter
How much energy do I use?Discover how to calculate your monthly energy usage. Work out how much gas and electricity ..

Energy discounts and help

Various discounts and help are available to energy customers, both through industry organisations and individual suppliers. See what might be available to you here.

Get help paying your energy bills
Get help paying your energy billsGet help paying your energy bills. There are options for those struggling - find out if yo ..
Energy help schemes
How to find out if you’re eligible for an energy help scheme, grant or benefitFind out if you're eligible for energy help schemes or benefits using our interactive tool.
Warm Home Discount
Warm Home Discount scheme 2024-25Discover all you need to know about the government-funded Warm Home Discount scheme - a gu ..
Cold Weather Payments
Cold Weather Payments: Find out if you’re eligible & how to claimAre you eligible for a Cold Weather Payment this year? Find out if you could claim £25 for ..
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Consumer rights for energy customersWhat are your rights as an energy consumer? Can your supplier raise its prices? Have you b ..
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Ofgem: the energy regulatorFind out how Ofgem works with both energy suppliers and consumers. Discover how the UK ene ..

Energy meters

Get to grips with the different types of gas and electricity meter here.

MPANs and MPRNs: What are they and how can you find them?Discover how to find out your MPAN, MPRN and meter serial numbers to allow you to switch e ..
How to prepare for a price cap update
How to prepare for a price cap updateWith the price cap due to be updated on four times a year, Uswitch has released a checklis ..
Economy 7
What is Economy 7?Find out everything you need to know about Economy 7 meters and tariffs, including how to ..
What is a prepayment meter
Prepayment meters and pay as you go energyMillions of households across the UK have prepayment or pay as you go energy meters. If yo ..
Switch from prepayment to credit meter
Changing from a prepayment meter to a credit meterLooking to switch from a prepayment meter to a credit meter? We explain who can switch and ..
Economy 10
What is Economy 10?Economy 10 tariffs means you pay a cheaper rate for your electricity during the off-peak t ..

Energy prices

Whether they're relatively stable or fairly volatile, energy prices are worth keeping an eye on. Find out more here.

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How to avoid being overcharged on your energyDiscover how to check if you have been overcharged (or incorrectly charged) by your energy ..
Underfloor heating
Underfloor heating: the ultimate guideExpert advice and all you need to know about underfloor heating systems including the diff ..
Why do energy rates differ by region
Why energy tariff costs are different by regionDiscover why energy tariffs' costs are different by region. Uswitch sheds light on the top ..
What is the energy price cap
What is Ofgem's energy price cap 2024?Information on the energy price cap set by Ofgem at a level of £1,568 for standard variabl ..
Uswitch’s guide to gas and electricity prices per kWh
Gas and electric costs: understanding kWhWhat is the gas and electricity cost per kwh in the UK? To understand what a kWh costs, yo ..
Gas and electricity price changes 2024
Discover why 2024 energy price changes affect energy billsFind out which suppliers have increased or decreased their energy prices and how that affe ..

Energy suppliers

Questions about your supplier? Find the answers here.

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Big six energy suppliersDiscover who the big six energy suppliers in the UK are and why they are important to hous ..
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Domestic energy suppliers' fuel mixDiscover how much of the electricity that you use is generated buy nuclear, renewable, coa ..
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How to make a complaint about your energy supplierWant to make a complaint about your energy supplier? Uswitch's guide to energy complaints ..
What if my energy supplier goes bust
What happens if my energy supplier goes bust?What happens if your energy supplier goes bust and out of business? In this scenario there ..
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Which energy suppliers are British-owned?Wondering which suppliers are 'British made'? It might surprise you which of the big six h ..
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How to contact your energy supplierFinding your energy supplier's contact details can be tricky, especially if their website ..

Energy switching

Confused about the process of energy switching? See what's involved and what information you might need here.

Tenants’ guide to switching energy supplier
Tenants’ guide to switching energy and electricity supplierDiscover if you can or cannot compare and switch energy providers without your landlord’s ..
How to switch energy supplier
How to switch energy supplier for a cheaper dealLooking for a cheaper gas or electricity supplier but not sure where to start? Check out o ..
Comparing energy prices by region
Energy prices by region in 2024Did you know your postcode determines your energy bills? Find out which areas in the UK ar ..
Energy switching myths busted
Energy switching myths bustedThink switching energy will mean you’ll get charged twice or temporarily lose power in you ..
Moving house gas and electricity guide
Switching energy when moving houseSet up a new gas and electricity supply when you move to ensure you're on the best energy ..
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Notifying your supplier of an energy switchWhen you switch energy supplier through a comparison site like Uswitch, you don't need to ..

Energy tariffs

Energy tariffs are the deals you might sign up to when you switch - see what they entail here.

Fixed price energy
How do fixed price energy tariffs workFixed price energy tariffs or fixed rate plans are a popular type of gas and electricity t ..
What is a standard variable tariff
Standard variable rate tariffsWhat makes an energy plan 'standard variable rate' or 'standard rate'? Find out why this o ..
Gas pipeline
What are Independent Gas Transporters (IGTs)?Find out what an Independent Gas Transporter is, how you can tell if you are on IGT gas an ..
My fixed energy tariff is ending - what should I do
My fixed energy tariff is ending - what should I do?Knowing when your energy tariff is ending will help you save - don't get rolled onto a mor ..
Types of energy tariff
What are the different types of energy tariff?Do you wonder why there are so many different energy tariffs for domestic gas and electric ..
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How does switching energy supplier affect my Feed-In tariff?If you have solar panels and a Feed-In tariff, find out how you can switch energy suppliers.

Smart energy

Smart energy is the future - how can you get on board? Find out here.

What are smart meters and should I get one
What is a smart meter and is it a good idea to get one?Smart meters offer a free way to keep track of your energy usage and could mean the end of ..
Man using smart thermostat
The ultimate guide to smart thermostatsDiscover all you need to know about getting a smart thermostat - find out how a new smart ..
smart meter in home display
When will my energy supplier install my smart meter?All suppliers will have offered their customers smart meters for gas and electric by June ..
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Top 5 smart meter benefitsMany suppliers are encouraging their customers to make the move to smart meters in order t ..
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Smart thermostats - how they work and how you can saveSmart thermostats let you control your home's temperature via a tablet, smartphone or desk ..

Energy studies

Read our latest energy studies.

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104 energy saving tips for your homeWith working from home the new normal and energy prices high, it's important to keep your ..
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Which appliances use the most energy?With energy prices still high, there are limited options for both saving money and limitin ..
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100+ UK energy statistics 2024What is the average energy bill in the UK? We’ve collated facts and stats from average ene ..
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UK smart meter statistics 2024We’ve compiled over 100 smart meter statistics, including the number of smart meters insta ..
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UK business energy statistics 2024We’ve collated business energy statistics for 2024, covering the UK energy market, busines ..
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UK renewable energy statistics 2024We’ve collated the latest renewable energy statistics for 2024, covering the production, c ..