When you’re paying for energy based on how much power you use, it’s essential to be able to track your usage accurately. Energy suppliers need this information in order to know how much to charge you and you need to be able to access this information to confirm that your bills are correct. However, this […]
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What Is a Smart Meter and Do You Need One?
Although most people have heard of Smart meters, many people are unsure exactly what they do, how they work. and whether they need one. If you want to upgrade your energy setup or you simple want to know more about the technology behind them, read on to uncover the answers to some of the most […]
Boiler and Heating Q&A
A boiler is a central component in any property, which is why it’s important to ensure it’s working optimally. As well as providing you with heat and hot water, your boiler affects the energy efficiency and running costs of your home or commercial unit. To help you get the most out of your boiler and […]
Energy Comparison: Gas vs Electricity
There are 2 fuels to choose from when it comes to heating your home – Gas and Electricity. So which option is cheaper? What are the pros and cons of the two fuels? Unfortunately, the answers to these questions are not as simple as they look, but here is all the important information you need […]
Tips for switching energy suppliers in the UK
Energy deals/tariffs vary from household to household as there are many factors that are used to calculate what your tariff will be such as what type of meter you have, your energy consumption, what type of tariff you are looking for and much more. The energy wholesale market can change every day so a tariff […]
7 things to do before summer is over
Remember the start of the summer? That glorious week when it felt like anything was possible. Well, it’s almost over now and you still haven’t done most of the stuff you said you would when you were filled with optimism. Still, there’s nothing more British than clinging on to the last few days of summer […]
Prepayment meters explained
Prepayment meters – also known as pay-as-you-go meters – are a type of energy meter that require the user to pay for their energy before using it. As the name suggests, it’s like having a pay-as-you-go phone deal rather than a monthly contract. And, like with pay-as-you-go phone bills, there are situations where it will be […]
7 things you, yes you, are definitely putting off right now
“I’ll do it tomorrow” – the four easiest words to say in the English language, but also the four which always come back to bite you on the bottom. Every task Present You doesn’t get done is one added to Future You’s to-do list. Sigh. Don’t worry, we get it. Procrastinating is awesome. We’d all […]
How do Energy Tariffs Work
Choice is a good thing. Chocolate HobNob? Bourbon? Custard Cream? See, lots of delicious choices (Custard Cream, obviously!). But sometimes choice can be overwhelming. Try buying some bin bags from a supermarket. You’ll be faced with black ones, green ones, grey ones and white ones. Various sizes, some for wheelie bins some for pedal bins. Some […]
What is the Winter Home Discount Scheme?
When it comes to energy provisions, there are few words we like the sound of more than ‘discount’. As far as we’re concerned at Look After My Bills, there’s really no such thing as a bad discount: only a good discount, a great discount and, best of all, the kind of fantastic discount our customers […]