In this article, we aim to explore what combi and conventional boilers are, as well as the perks and negative effects that they can have on households and bill payers. In recent articles, we’ve discussed the merits of turning off the boiler in the summer, as well as putting together an essential guide to efficient…
Finding innovative ideas for energy conservation is a whole lot easier in the modern day than it would have been 30 years ago, before the internet came into being. Thankfully, in the information revolution that we live in, people have worked together to share their ideas on the best forms of energy management. In this…
What bills can you pay with your credit card? Always on the lookout for money saving ideas, but at the same time feel annoyed that bills keep on coming through the door, or into your inbox? We understand the feeling only too well, and that’s why we are focused on helping our readers and our…
The topic we are going to discuss in this article has caused much debate among homeowners, many of whom can’t agree on whether it is more expensive to turn heat on and off or not. We are going to explore this theory, providing reasons why you might want to turn it off or on, as…
If you’ve searched all around your house, and you simply just can’t find your electricity meter (sometimes known as an electric meter, energy meter or electrical meter), don’t worry. When your home was built, it’s most likely that your meter was installed on the outside of your property. The reason for doing this is so…
Electricity and gas prices are predicted to continue to rise in the coming months, due primarily to increasing costs and legislation. While it might seem like a hassle to switch suppliers, the reality is that it’s very easy, and that most of the challenging work is handled by your new supplier. If you’re one of…
The English weather can be very unpredictable; even during the Summer there can be days when it seems like the only option to stay warm is to turn the heating on high. Heating bills can get expensive surprisingly quickly, especially if you need to turn the heating on for many hours a day throughout the…
At My Energy, we understand that when it comes to your energy bills, you want to cut your costs as much as possible. With the rising cost of living taking its toll on your finances, taking a closer look at your energy bills to see where you can save is important. As energy prices increase, you…
With energy bills seemingly going up all the time and some providers charging more than others, there comes a time when we think ‘enough is enough’ and resolve to do something about it. Some people simply opt to literally spend less by not having as many appliances in their home turned on like televisions and…
In times where disposable income is less and less available, and providers are increasing their costs, the amount of money you pay out each month can change quite drastically. When it comes to calculating the exact amount of your monthly bills, many people don’t know how much they are paying out and to whom they…
Setting up gas and electricity for the first time is usually an experience for the young adult leaving home for the first time – possibly going to University or renting a flat after being in a new job for a while. This group however are not the only people to set up gas and electricity…
Energy bills are on the rise and customers are paying more and more each year to their energy supplier, despite using the same amount of energy. As shown in a recent Guardian article, the main energy suppliers in the UK are having pressure put on them to increase our energy prices to keep up with…
Direct debit is the most often used payment method for consumers paying for their energy bills. This is a convenient form of payment for most people as they know exactly how much they will pay each month. Oftentimes, you find that energy providers will give you a discount for using the direct debit method of…
To properly answer the question – How can I manage my energy online? – on our popular blog, we must look at it from two different perspectives. The first perspective would be to look at managing your energy with your supplier, through your online account, where you can see regularly updated statistics and information…
Can You Switch Energy Supplier At Any Time? One of the big misconceptions people in the United Kingdom have about their electricity is that switching suppliers is a painful and confusing process. But in reality, it’s something you can do in a matter of minutes. There are people who have never switched energy suppliers. And…
Is My Energy Usage High Or Low? The sad truth is that we use more and more electricity with every passing day. And the numbers support that. The average electricity bill in the UK has doubled in the past 10 years, and reached a £754 in 2014. We can only assume it will go up…
Since the summer of 2015, the UK has been on a noticeably downward curve when it comes to the amount of disposable income that households have to spend. Rising costs of living have meant that people are forced to spend more, often not within their means, by dipping into savings or accruing debt. In this…
We are going to list ways to conserve energy, how it can help you live a more environmentally friendly lifestyle and save money at the same time. One of the big questions that pops up when it comes to the whole discussion of saving money on energy bills: ‘What are some ways to conserve energy?’…
Have you seen one of the coloured and tiered energy efficiency rating stickers, or you’re wondering about pursuing an Energy Performance Certificate for your business? Great! In this article we are going to explore what these things are and how they benefit you. What is an Energy Performance Certificate? Graded from A through to G,…
The short answer, and the answer you are most likely hoping to hear is – yes, but there are a few catches that we must explore and explain in this FAQ article. You’re not alone If you’ve managed to become indebted to an energy company, don’t worry, you’re not the only one. Thousands of people…
The day will come when fossil fuels run out. Right now we are playing a dangerous game in which we, as humans, collectively consume more and more and more. Global attempts to increase the infrastructure of renewable energy is working, but the rate that turbines and solar panels are popping up may well not be…
And they’ve only gone and done it again. EDF has announced a second price hike of 9% on standard tariff electricity prices-in the space of just four months. To put this in perspective, homeowners will now be forced to cough up an extra £78 on their annual bill, taking the total amount they pay to…
Following on from Scottish Power, SSE has become the latest of the “big six” energy suppliers to raise its prices, with no tangible sign of reprieve. To put this into perspective, a typical dual fuel customer will see their annual bill rise by 6.9%, translating into an additional £73.
In this 2017 guide for the best energy saving devices, we are going to look at which introductions you could make now, in the short term, to use less energy and reduce your bills. Read more…
The rise of small energy suppliers has been nothing short of prophetic, as we documented recently. With an energy market worth in excess of £100 billion, small energy suppliers are fighting hard to stake their claim for a percentage. But, why would it be worth your time to…
To clear this up, we look at what is meant by the term green, which until a few decades ago was simply just a colour. Now, green means that something is concerned with supporting the protection of the environment as a principle. Coal, nuclear and oil are all finite resources that pose threats to…
When tackling the often tricky world of energy bills, it’s common to see the term ‘dual fuel’, but other than being a neat little rhyme, what does it actually mean? Find out here…
Depending on whether you’re a homeowner, or a tenant (renter), the changes you can make to your home to reduce your energy bills will vary differently.
If you have a ‘bills included’ deal with your landlord, some of these may not be applicable and you may not be able to affect your bills, unless you can convince them to let you try and…
Welcome to My Energy’s ‘Definitive Guide to Energy Saving Tips For Homeowners’. In this article we are going to look at five things that will help you save energy at home, and also bust five ridiculous myths that have been holding people back for years. Read on…
Great! That’s what we are here to show you. Many of the investments or energy savings tactics that we’ve written about in other articles have a long payback time spread over several years. We’ve put together our favourite bill-hacking ideas that are going to save you money in the next three months.
We all do, right? We all want to take control of the things we spend our money on, and especially with something like energy, in which our direct actions can ‘Reduce my bills’ from the energy suppliers. Are we right in thinking that your energy bills feel like a bit of a tax? It’s something…
In this guide we are going to share with you some of the top ways to get the best energy prices in the UK. Based on these five points, you should have no issue getting better prices, however, some are harder or ask more of you than others. Read your meter and make note One…
If you’ve landed on this article, it’s likely that you’ve been having second thoughts and you are almost ready to “change my energy supplier”. This is totally natural, especially as more and more independent energy suppliers enter the market and disrupt the industry. You’ve probably heard your neighbour or work colleague tell you how they…
The British media have been openly critical of the ‘Big Six’ energy companies and their price fixing activities in the past, whereby they worked together to raise the industry prices to give the illusion of the market price. In 2009, these six energy companies owned an incredible 99.8% of the UK energy market: British Gas,…
In this guide to long term energy bill reduction investments, we will walk you through all of our recommended gadgets, upgrades and installations for reducing your energy bills in the long run. One of the most frequent feelings that we hear from our customers is ‘My energy bill is too high’. It makes you feel…
Understanding the fluctuations in your energy bill price may sometimes feel like some sort of complex secret that the companies don’t let you in on. It doesn’t have to be that way, you can figure out most of why your prices are rising or falling by asking yourself these questions anytime you ponder ‘Why is…
We get it, expensive bills keep coming through your letterbox and you’ve finally said ‘Enough is enough, how do I change my energy supplier?’. The Answer? Well, My Energy are here to tell you exactly what you need to know and have to be able to make the switch. It’s important when changing supplier to…
Your home is your castle, it’s where you rise in the morning, and where you fall to sleep at night. Every castle needs to be properly maintained to keep it in good order, to keep a strong defence against the outside elements. Whilst your castle may look more like a semi-detached house, you can apply…
Once upon a time in 2014… Ofgem, the government regulator for the gas and electricity markets in the UK, announced that it was investigating the Big Six energy companies (British Gas, SSE, Scottish Power, Npower, E.On and EDF) for profiteering. Ultimately, the eighteen-month investigation found that the Big Six were overcharging £1.7bn a year, roughly…
The energy market can be something of an untamed beast at the best of times, and if the latest news is anything to go by, this proverbial beast has been well and truly unleashed for many years to come. It was announced last week that over a million Scottish Power customers will see their energy…
Supplier switches have surged to a six-year high, due to desperate homeowners shopping around for cheaper gas and electricity deals. According to the regular, Ofgem, consumer switching reaches record high of 7.7 million energy provider swaps in the last year alone, with switching sites enabling consumers to take back control of their costings. Recently, Britain’s…
Most energy suppliers have a range of competitive plans available to consumers looking to switch their current provider. People go through the hassle of changing their current energy suppliers with money saving goal in mind. What do you need to get your energy supplier switch process under way? Details of your current tariff It is…
One of the best ways to save money on bills is to invest in thermostats and controls. There is a number of different heating controls, therefore you should take your time to decide which one is the best for your individual needs. Room Thermostats Room thermostats keep the air temperature around the room at a…
Energy saving myths are commonplace, with hundreds of different energy reducing advice articles out there, it can be hard to know what to believe. In the aura of today’s economical changes, we look at energy saving myths circulating around the internet that could make home owners lose money instead of saving. Closing off all doors Although…
