How to read your electricity and gas meter

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaiLdF46Hqudw2kxaa6TC2yfpa61AlvRa4jrN_FxtrlRy0_iF9V08F94q4bNT5mhwOmx-rEKDJmuG4IEQVfsxFD9y5bPATLH4VW7aZJEfVaxs5cH4ItSueAy7EdVJBl9UbgtBFxiFe0DM/s1600/Electric+meter.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaiLdF46Hqudw2kxaa6TC2yfpa61AlvRa4jrN_FxtrlRy0_iF9V08F94q4bNT5mhwOmx-rEKDJmuG4IEQVfsxFD9y5bPATLH4VW7aZJEfVaxs5cH4ItSueAy7EdVJBl9UbgtBFxiFe0DM/s320/Electric+meter.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <b>How to read your electricity meter</b><br /> <br /> Each electric meter works in a slightly different way - here's how to read your electricity meter at home.<br /> The most common types of electricity meters are single-rate digital meters, variable-rate digital meters and dial meters.<br /> Single-rate digital electricity meters<br /> <br /> <b>Electricity meters measure energy use in kilowatt hours (kWh). A single-rate meter has one set of numbers to refer to.</b><br /> <br /> 1. Write down all the numbers before the decimal point, from left to right.<br /> 2. Ignore any numbers after the decimal point (which may be shown in red).<br /> Dial electricity meters<br /> This type of meter shows a series of clock-style dials with numbers from zero to nine. Each dial turns in the opposite direction to the dial before it.<br /> Some meters show a series of clock-style dials<br /> 1. To take a reading, start with the left dial and write down the number indicated by the pointer on each dial, moving towards the right.<br /> 2. If the pointer is between two numbers, record the lower of the two. If the pointer is between nine and zero, record it as nine.<br /> 3. Ignore any red dials.<br /> Variable-rate electricity meters<br /> Economy 7 or White Meter meters have two displays (or the ability to switch between two different displays) with readings for daytime and night energy use. The display marked 'low' or 'night' shows how many units of off-peak electricity you've used. The display marked 'normal' or 'day' shows how many units of peak electricity you have used.<br /> 1. To take a reading, write down the numbers from both displays, ignoring any figures in red.<br /> Economy 7 meters have the capacity to display two readings<br /> 2. Economy 10 meters have an additional display to record the electricity you use during three different time periods instead of two - including daytime use.<br /> <br /> <b>How to read your gas meter</b><br /> <b><br /></b> The most common types of gas meter are digital metric, digital imperial and dial meters. Here we explain how to read each type of meter.<br /> Gas meters explained<br /> <br /> All gas meters display a single four or five digit number indicating the number of gas units you've used.<br /> You can work out how many units you've used by subtracting your previous reading from an up-to-date one. Your supplier converts the number of gas units you've used into kilowatt hours (kWh) and displays this on your gas bill. A kWh is a measurement of energy based on how much energy one kilowatt of gas produces in an hour.<br /> Digital metric meter<br /> <br /> <b>Digital metric gas meters measure gas usage in cubic meters (m3) and usually show 'M' or 'M3'.</b><br /> 1. Write down all the numbers before the decimal point, left to right.<br /> Digital metric gas meters measure gas usage in cubic meters<br /> 2. Ignore any numbers after the decimal point (which may be shown in red).<br /> Digital imperial meter<br /> This is an older style of gas meter that measures gas in cubic feet (ft3) - it will usually show the words 'cubic feet' or the letters 'Ft'.<br /> 1. Write down the four numbers from left to right.<br /> 2. Ignore any numbers shown in red.<br /> Dial meter<br /> This type of gas meter shows a series of clock-style dials with numbers from zero to nine.<br /> This type of gas meter features clock-style dials numbered from 0 to 9<br /> 1. Start with the left dial and write down the number indicated by the pointer, moving towards the right. If the pointer is between two numbers, record the lower of the two. However, if the pointer is between nine and zero, record it as nine.<br /> 2. Ignore any red dials.<br /> <br /> You can find your MPRN on your gas bill, not on the meter itself. If you have just moved into your home and do not have a gas bill, you can call the National Grid's meter number helpline<br /> Once you've found your MPRN, compare energy prices with us and start your switch today.<br /> <br /> <b>Calculating gas use</b><br /> <br /> Most people use more energy in the winter months for heating and lighting<br /> Although gas meters measure the amount of gas used in hundreds of cubic feet or cubic metres, gas bills display your use in kilowatt hours (kWh). The industry standard formula for converting cubic measurements to kWh is as follows.<br /> Subtract your current gas meter reading from your previous reading to work out how many cubic meters or feet you have used.<br /> If your measure is in cubic feet, multiply by 2.83 to convert to meters.<br /> Multiply by 1.02264.<br /> Multiply by the 'calorific value' (find this on your bill, or ask your gas supplier).<br /> Divide by 3.6 to work out your kWh figure<br /> Multiply the kWh figure by your pence per kWh rate (find this on your bill, or ask your gas supplier) to give the cost of gas used.<br /> <br /> Text Referred From <a href="http://switch.which.co.uk/">switch.which.co.uk</a></div>

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Energy-Saving Resolutions

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmwrlfqDJ_T9-l0NZI9k5CWAhESTLvmiGrLWnl3mVGJr2bJ4GF_qpmWL-rFyrelMS3vG92XTP5DLtIV5cNxb98Dk-EHqqPSlpSoGy_bvtDNpLb64yymB3lPiKMVqaJXdarJTq6gwr7U8Y/s1600/NEW-YEARS-RESOLUTIONS.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmwrlfqDJ_T9-l0NZI9k5CWAhESTLvmiGrLWnl3mVGJr2bJ4GF_qpmWL-rFyrelMS3vG92XTP5DLtIV5cNxb98Dk-EHqqPSlpSoGy_bvtDNpLb64yymB3lPiKMVqaJXdarJTq6gwr7U8Y/s320/NEW-YEARS-RESOLUTIONS.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <b>Ten Energy-Saving Resolutions for New Year</b><br /> <b><br /></b> <br /> Energy Savings TipsTraditionally, the New Year is a time for making resolutions to improve your life. Two perennial favorites are dieting and saving money.  Homeowners can combine these two by going on an energy diet. By adopting these easy, low-cost strategies, you can save on energy costs all year long. Let the 10 simple resolutions that follow serve as your guideline for saving energy year-round and living a more sustainable lifestyle.<br /> <br /> <b>1. Get an energy checkup.</b> Do not put it off any longer; a home energy assessment by a qualified auditor is one of the best ways to find energy-saving opportunities and lower your utility costs.<br /> <br /> <b>2. Switch to energy-efficient lighting. </b>Conventional incandescent bulbs that do not meet new federal energy-efficiency regulations will be slowly disappearing from store shelves. Now is a great time to switch to high-performance compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) and light-emitting diode (LED) lights.<br /> <br /> <b>3. Plug energy leaks.</b> Install weather-stripping around doors and windows to ensure that they are properly sealed. Check for and seal air leaks in the attic, basement, and around plumbing and wiring access points.<br /> <br /> <b>4. Conserve hot water.</b> Maintain the temperature of your water heater at 120ºF or lower, and takequick showers instead of baths. Low-flow shower heads and aerated faucets can increase savings.<br /> <br /> <b>5. Adjust temperatures.</b> Properly adjust the thermostat when your home is unoccupied to avoid heating or cooling an empty house. A programmable thermostat can add convenience and optimize savings.<br /> <br /> <b>6. Heat and cool naturally.</b> Take advantage of natural sunlight and window shading to provide no-cost heating and cooling.<br /> <br /> <b>7. Wait for a full load.</b> Save energy by only running the dishwasher and clothes washer when they are fully loaded.<br /> <br /> <b>8. Air dry the laundry.</b> Clothes dryers are big energy users; air dry clothing whenever possible.<br /> <br /> <b>9. Power down.</b> Turn off or unplug computers, battery chargers, or other electronic equipment when they are not in use.<br /> <br /> <b>10. Focus on energy efficiency. </b>Whenever possible, replace older appliances and equipment with high-efficiency ENERGY STAR rated products.<br /> <br /> It is no secret that New Year’s resolutions can quickly go by the wayside. To help you stay on track, set goals that are specific and measurable. How do you measure your progress? Simply compare your monthly energy bill with those of previous years. The money that you save should provide enough incentive to keep you going all year long.<br /> <br /> The average American Household will spent about $2,160 on energy expenses during 2014, according to the Alliance to Save Energy. Fortunately, there are many ways to reduce energy waste, and many of them are inexpensive weekend projects.<br /> <br /> <b>Easy Energy Fixes 2015</b><br /> <br /> Install a programmable thermostat and set it so using of heating and cooling is low during the workday and sleeping hours and higher in the morning before work and during afternoon and evening hours. A programmable thermostat can save the average homeowner up to $150 per year, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Checking your cooling and heating system when the seasons change and replacing air filters regularly can also cut down on unnecessary energy costs.<br /> <br /> <b>Moderate Effort for Every Saving</b><br /> <br /> The windows and doors that let your home “breathe” may inhale and exhale too much hot and cold air in extreme temperatures. Adding insulation around windows and window trim an, depending on the climate, hanging storm windows in the wintertime are all smart moves to save energy. Consider adding insulation behind door casings and, in winter, installing weather stripping. Windows can be sealed with self-stick foam or plastic window sealant kits.<br /> <br /> <b>Air For a Star with Energy Saving Tips</b><br /> <br /> Aside from insulating your doors, consider outright replacement if you know they are older, single-pane, or made of metal. Consider installing alternative energy systems (solar, for example). Swap out old appliances for newer Energy star-rated appliances, which are designed to draw less power and reduce greenhouse gas emissions under specifications developed by EPA and US Department of Energy.<br /> <br /> Any and all of these energy saving tips in 2015 are sure to save you some cash and will make your home more energy efficient.<br /> <br /> Text referred from<a href="https://www.blogger.com/%C2%A0http://regency-group.com/blog/ten-energy-saving-resolutions-2015">regency-group.com</a> and <a href="http://mastercleaning.org/energy-saving-for-winter-2015/">mastercleaning.org</a><br /> <br /></div>

Energy-Saving Resolutions

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Energy Saving Tips

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvTpGQc3uuqqmtGj8-qtCEHNk_ScAZ3prXeqb0MCx0mxT-rp0ZY1ivbSlrzc4wOFbkRmL5btp9BHNKy01jTj_uEgeW7iEH_roA0lY_xyXcBxAbY5FaDVBC6YKFwSSAAiwkq-C65_S3IW8/s1600/energy+saving.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="115" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvTpGQc3uuqqmtGj8-qtCEHNk_ScAZ3prXeqb0MCx0mxT-rp0ZY1ivbSlrzc4wOFbkRmL5btp9BHNKy01jTj_uEgeW7iEH_roA0lY_xyXcBxAbY5FaDVBC6YKFwSSAAiwkq-C65_S3IW8/s400/energy+saving.jpg" width="400" /></a></div> <b>Saving energy isn't just about being environmentally conscious - it's also a great way to save money.</b><br /> <br /> We all know we could do more around the home to save energy, but where to start? While some of the biggest energy savers require time and money there are still plenty of lifestyle changes you can make that will save energy, and money.<br /> <br /> With just a few simple changes to your lifestyle and your home, you could be saving hundreds of pounds on your heating, gas and electricity bills.<br /> <br /> So, if you're looking for ways to cut down on your spending, try these 19 free energy saving tips.<br /> <br /> <b>Be efficient with heating</b><br /> Stay warm, cut costs. Turning your thermostat down by 1°C can save you as much as £60 per year.<br /> <br /> Also, keeping your heating on constantly on a low heat could potentially save you more money than switching it on and off for big blasts of heat. This is where getting to know and understand the timer settings on your thermostat will really pay off.<br /> <br /> <b>Get cosy</b>. Wearing more jumpers, socks and slippers around the house, and putting an extra blanket on the bed means you won't be tempted to turn the heating up.<br /> <br /> Turn the pressure down on the power shower. A high-pressure power shower is a great luxury to have but you'd be surprised how much water they use - sometimes even more than a bath.<br /> <br /> <b>Energy saving tips</b><br /> <b>Be efficient with cooking</b><br /> Save time and stock up. If you're going to use the oven, bake a few meals at a time to get the most out of having your oven on. After all, oven's don't allow us to heat one shelf at a time so why waste your heat?<br /> <br /> <b>Heat your home with cooking</b>. Leave the oven door open after cooking to let the heat warm your kitchen. The oven might give off enough heat for you to adjust your thermostat, a far more efficient use of that stored heat than throwing it out of your home with an extractor fan.<br /> <br /> Let the dishwasher do the dirty work . Avoid pre-rinsing the dishes in hot water. Save water and energy by just scraping the dishes before they go in.<br /> <br /> Make things easy for your fridge and freezer. Keeping them full means they don't have to work as hard and therefore they use less energy. Empty space in your fridge or freezer wastes not only space but energy too.<br /> <br /> Use the right ring for the right thing. If your cooker has a small ring, use a small pan. You might only be heating up a small meal, and doing so in a big pan wastes a lot of energy. Conversely if you try and heat a large pan on the small ring you're more likely to end up heating for longer than saving any money or energy.<br /> <br /> <b>Be efficient with washing</b><br /> Shrink your bills, not your clothes. 90% of a washing machine's energy expenditure is spent on heating the water, so if you wash your clothes at 30-40 °C you're saving significant amounts of money.<br /> <br /> <b>Hang up your laundry.</b> Air-dry your laundry rather than tumble drying it, particularly if there's warm or windy weather. What's more nothing smells better than air-dried clothes.<br /> <br /> <b>Save yourself ironing time</b>. Take your clothes out of the dryer before they're completely dry - they'll iron much quicker and you'll use less energy on your drier.<br /> <br /> <b>Be efficient with appliances</b><br /> Switch it off and save. Unplug all the appliances that you aren't using regularly - even chargers continue to use electricity when they aren't charging. Also, make sure you're not leaving appliances on standby: it may be easier but it's also a guaranteed way to waster energy compared to turning things off at the socket.<br /> <br /> Get the kids involved. Play energy-saving games with your kids. Get them to spot the areas in the home where energy is being wasted and where lights, switches or appliances have been left on.<br /> <br /> Let the sunshine in. On a sunny day, opening your curtains will let warmth into your house, but when it's colder or the sun goes down don't forget to close them to keep that heat in.<br /> <br /> <b>Be efficient with your whole home</b><br /> Get free cavity wall insulation. There are now government-backed full and partial grants available to help you pay for insulation if your home has cavity walls.<br /> <br /> Getting this done could save you around 15% on your fuel bills, so you could be saving on average £98 a year. Even if you don't receive money from the government insulation is still worth it in the long run.<br /> <br /> <b>Get free loft insulation. </b>Because heat rises, as much as 25% of the heat in your house could be disappearing into your loft space. What's more, even older properties that already have insulation in place may not have the recommended levels, particularly if it was installed in the 1970s or 1980s.<br /> <br /> If you apply for a loft insulation grant, you could save about 19% on your fuel bills - which works out at an average of £128 per year.<br /> <br /> <b>Get free solar panels</b>. Having solar panels installed on your house could save you as much as a third on your electricity bills. What's more, thanks to the government's Feed-in Tariff scheme solar panel installers get paid for the energy generated, so they may install them for free.<br /> <br /> <b>Apply for an energy-saving grant.</b> There are plenty of energy-saving grants available to help with the cost of home improvements.<br /> <br /> <b>Don't overpay for the energy you're using</b><br /> Compare gas and electricity prices with Different Switch Suppliers to make sure you're on the cheapest tariff for you. It only takes a few minutes, we do all the paperwork for you and you could save up to £458.<br /> <br /> Text Referred from <a href="http://www.uswitch.com/">uswitch.com/</a></div>

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Find A Cheap Gas And Electricity Supplier

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAjkaex7WMpibrH9RzCs_BXtu-ltO2O4jxNY27KOUxjErHPo8hE5TxQOqBAk5nGJRBQXw4APXs8Hezx0ZSuG2RGHVQ4CA4fIXvy4ZNNdBkR44luPkNVDNFxcvKBJp97FU4XvhXR0mfRa4/s1600/Save+in+Bills.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAjkaex7WMpibrH9RzCs_BXtu-ltO2O4jxNY27KOUxjErHPo8hE5TxQOqBAk5nGJRBQXw4APXs8Hezx0ZSuG2RGHVQ4CA4fIXvy4ZNNdBkR44luPkNVDNFxcvKBJp97FU4XvhXR0mfRa4/s320/Save+in+Bills.jpg" width="320" /></a><b>Find A Cheap Gas And Electricity Supplier, Switch And Save Money On Your Energy Bills.</b><br /> <br /> If you're looking to find out who has cheap prices for gas and electricity in Hastings you can easily find out today and also get cheap energy supplies for your house or flat.<br /> <br /> All this takes is a few minutes and you could lower the cost of your energy bills by switching online to the cheapest energy provider in Hastings.<br /> <br /> <br /> You can easily begin now by comparing the rates of every energy provider that supplies Hastings using a free and independent gas and electricity comparison site. When using a free and independent gas and electricity comparison site you will be able to see all the latest gas and electricity deals that you can easily switch to online and save money.<br /> <br /> Reduce the cost of your gas and electricity<br /> <br /> When searching for cheap gas and electricity prices in Hastings it is important that you are aware that there is never one provider that will always remain the cheapest in your area and in order to always get cheap gas and electricity rates you need to be on top of your game and compare all energy supplier's prices on a regular basis.<br /> <br /> There are a number of households that compare prices every 6 months and some do it every year.<br /> <br /> If you've never compared gas and electricity prices for a while or if you have never bothered to do so before, it may be time for you to compare and switch over to a cheap supplier so that you can reduce your energy bills.<br /> <br /> <br /> Comparing gas and electricity tariffs will show you who the cheapest supplier is in Hastings and also how much you can save when you switch you energy supplies over. You can then switch your gas and electricity over to the cheapest supplier in Hastings that you find after comparing prices, this will enable you to get cheaper energy rates.<br /> <br /> You'll also be able to find out if the energy supplier that you are already with is the cheapest in the area. Then there will be no need for you to switch. But you might also want to make sure that you are on the cheapest tariff with them.<br /> <br /> <br /> Finding out who has the cheapest energy deal in Hastings is simple and easy all you need to do is simply answer a few questions. The questions that you answer will be used to find cheap energy prices in Hastings so it is important that you answer them to the best of your ability.<br /> <br /> <br /> After you have answered the simple questions you'll then be shown the companies with the lowest prices for gas and electricity in your area. This will also include the cheapest dual fuel deals if you are looking to switch both your gas and electricity to the cheapest supplier.<br /> <br /> Once you have switched your energy supplies to the cheapest company then you will be able to save money on your energy bills as soon as the transfer is completed.<br /> <br /> The energy company that you have selected will do all the hard work for you, including any form of paperworkthat will need to be completed and you never have to worry about anything else.<br /> <br /> You will also be given the dates when your supplies of gas and electricity will be changed over. The only thing that you may be asked to do is to provide a meter reading on those dates. The meter readings will be used by your old and new supplier. Your new provider uses the reading as your start reading and your old energy company will use the reading you provide as your final meter reading.<br /> <br /> If you've ever wondered who the cheapest supplier for gas and electricity to switch to in Hastings is, this is all you have to do, compare all energy providers that supply Hastings, Find out who has the cheapest energy deal in the area and switch online to the cheapest supplier that you find.<br /> <br /> Getting cheap energy in Hastings is that easy. You can also compare prepayment, card, token meter gas and electricity, fixed tariffs and green energy using the same method.<br /> <br /> Energy companies such as British Gas, EDF energy, E.ON, Npower, Scottish Power, and SSE are the big 6 energy companies in the UK, but this doesn't always mean that they'll work out to be the cheapest for you; comparing prices online will enable you to find out which other supplier has the best rates that you can switch over to.<br /> <br /> Whenever you're looking to pay less for your gas and electricity supplies it’s always a wise idea to always first compare energy prices to find out who has the cheapest KWH rates and switch when you find a cheaper supplier.<br /> <br /> Text Referred from <a href="http://www.reducethatbill.com/">reducethatbill.com</a><br /> <br /></div>

Find A Cheap Gas And Electricity Supplier

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Guide to Switching Supplier

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZD-Ielas6rE4lnGFgxHQmpBEEChesL03BHe6U_LK1yimzMdu9Cyq6QQ8vW2HJjAC6nxzTAQRndsuZFYdMictgkFnSPiZolQ5yqTT5tPDPgCUwXV9Q9zlgeKPn3kHRLjau5EOCZBjONPI/s1600/Switching+energy.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="138" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZD-Ielas6rE4lnGFgxHQmpBEEChesL03BHe6U_LK1yimzMdu9Cyq6QQ8vW2HJjAC6nxzTAQRndsuZFYdMictgkFnSPiZolQ5yqTT5tPDPgCUwXV9Q9zlgeKPn3kHRLjau5EOCZBjONPI/s400/Switching+energy.png" width="400" /></a></div> Thinking of changing your energy supplier? Energy bills are the number one worry for consumers, but there are considerable savings to be made by changing to a new deal.<br /> <br /> See how much you could save by switching to a better energy deal by running a check on our <a href="http://switch.which.co.uk/index.html">energy comparison calculator </a>- here's how it works.<br /> <br /> <b>Switching energy suppliers step-by-step</b><br /> <br /> Before switching, check whether you'll incur a fee for cancelling your current energy deal. Exit fees are common with fixed rate tariffs if you switch early. The good news is that all suppliers should now allow you to leave up to 49 days ahead of your tariff's end date without incurring a penalty.<br /> To start switching energy suppliers, you'll need the following information:<br /> Your postcode.<br /> <br /> Current gas and electricity supplier, and the name of your tariff (look at your latest bill, or contact your supplier).<br /> <br /> <b>How much you spend</b> (or use in kilowatt hours - kWh) on gas and electricity. You can find this on recent bills or the annual energy statement sent by your supplier.<br /> Your bank details if you decide to switch and want to pay by direct debit.<br /> Even if you don't have a recent bill to hand, you can still compare and switch energy deals using estimated energy figures - simply select 'No' when asked if you have your bill in front of you.<br /> Enter your details into our switching form, which will calculate which options are best for you.<br /> On the results page, you can compare the latest deals - we list the tariff details and a customer service star rating for each supplier, taken from the latest Which? Switch energy customer satisfaction survey.<br /> Select the tariff and supplier you want, and follow the instructions to complete the switch. If you're unsure, our guide to energy tariffs lists pros and cons of the different types of tariff.<br /> Your new energy supplier will organise the switch. You'll need to submit meter readings to them when requested, and settle outstanding bills with your old company.<br /> <br /> <b>Switch and save</b><br /> <br /> Two thirds of Which? members told us they had never switched energy suppliers. But if you've never switched your gas or electricity supplier, or not switched in the last couple of years, you'll almost certainly save money on your energy bills by moving to a different deal. Of those who have switched, nine out of 10 found the process straightforward.<br /> Most people can switch energy suppliers - even if you have a prepayment meter with debts of up to £500. And with energy suppliers routinely launching new plans and tariffs, even regular switchers should run a comparison every six months - or ahead of their current tariff expiring - to check they're still on the best deal.<br /> Which? Switch is a free and impartial service from Which?. Up to date tariff information is provided by Energylinx, which is fully accredited by the Ofgem confidence code to compare energy for domestic consumers.<br /> <br /> <b><u>Advice on why you should consider switching energy supplier</u></b><br /> <br /> You may have heard of the term Fuel Poverty and assumed it was something to do with there not being enough oil to go around. But what it actually refers to is the fact that a large proportion of the population find the cost of home energy, along with food prices, to be the two most crippling outgoings, when on a low income. The number of people deemed to be living in poverty in the UK is roughly 300,000 above the assumed published level. A study by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation, found that poorer families tended to devote a bigger percentage of their income to food and energy, which have risen quicker than luxury goods.<br /> <br /> <b>Oil prices down yet no change in energy bills</b><br /> <br /> It seems strange that at the moment crude prices for oil have actually fallen by almost a third this year. We do see it reflected in the sale of petrol at filling stations, but the energy companies need to pass on declines in the price of oil to domestic heating customers. It is reckoned that every $10 fall in the oil price adds 0.5pc to growth in oil-importing countries, including the U.K. The consumer price index (CPI) measures changes in the price of a typical basket of representative consumer goods. This is updated regularly and gives indications of how prices are rising or falling.<br /> <br /> The recent fall in import prices particularly for oil should in theory mean some kind of freeze on gas and electricity tariffs. It may be wise before things change to arrange a safeguard against inflation in the near future.<br /> <br /> Electricity on the other hand appears slightly less expensive or affected by world availability. However it does give rise to quite a mystifying array of different tariff prices.<br /> <br /> The importance of seeking every available way to save on bills has become paramount. It is therefore also a surprise that two thirds of signed up members to the Which  consumer guide, said they had never considered switching energy suppliers to save money. They also state that of those who did switch, most found it an easy process and financially worthwhile.<br /> <br /> <b>Saving on energy bills is vital</b><br /> <br /> To add more weight to the argument that savings on outgoing spending are vital, it is important to see the bigger picture. Britain has opted for short term growth in the hope that its continued high levels of deficit spending and European debt will be covered at some point in the future. Despite austerity measures, Britain and Spain have the largest budget deficit in the European Union. We appear to have low interest rates at the moment; this seems on the surface to be a good thing, but it also hides stagnation in the economy. When things start moving, which direction will prices go? It is considered that prices will rise by as much as 50% over the course of the next five years.<br /> <br /> Savings on energy bills by switching your provider, will not be the solution to your monetary situation, but along with a concerted effort to re-organise outgoings it could free up income to spend on items you felt you could previously not afford. An average saving on energy bills over the course of a year could amount to £230 for someone who switches.<br /> <br /> Text Referred from <a href="http://switch.which.co.uk/">switch.which.co.uk</a> and <a href="http://energyswitcheroo.com/">energyswitcheroo.com</a></div>

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Why Switch Suppliers?

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_mQOPiUr8oQ6VsORZOXdbT_xUpyl1HFlPyrjD6Rh5DWIwcmWIdGgrFHjV1eKg2Sw2CR1wnqTolxrb4qJ1nGH_rY7c3GRXcl74ZdBVFT2BbNef41zHhZIlxdSqbkvJIYdL69UvCIgmvSk/s1600/SwitchingElectricitySuppliers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="165" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_mQOPiUr8oQ6VsORZOXdbT_xUpyl1HFlPyrjD6Rh5DWIwcmWIdGgrFHjV1eKg2Sw2CR1wnqTolxrb4qJ1nGH_rY7c3GRXcl74ZdBVFT2BbNef41zHhZIlxdSqbkvJIYdL69UvCIgmvSk/s320/SwitchingElectricitySuppliers.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">Switching suppliers could save you money on your bill. It's easy to do and only takes a few minutes. You can get a dual fuel quote or compare gas and electricity prices separately. </span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">As well as the price of a new tariff, there are other reasons you may wish to switch:</span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"><b>Protection against future price rises</b></span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">Picking a fixed price tariff will ensure that even if prices rise, the rates you pay for your gas and electricity remain the same until the end of the fixed period</span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"><b>Customer service</b></span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">If you've been unhappy with the service you received from your current supplier, you may wish to switch to one with higher customer service standards.</span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"><b>Environmental awareness</b></span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">A number of companies offer green tariffs where 100% of the electricity supplied comes from renewable sources, helping you to reduce your carbon footprint.</span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"><b>Tips for saving more</b></span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">As well as comparing energy prices, changing the type of tariff you have or the way in which you pay for your energy could also save you money.</span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">Suppliers will often provide additional discounts to tariffs for the following reasons:</span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">Opting for paperless billing and managing your account online.</span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">Paying monthly by direct debit.</span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">Switching both gas and electricity to the same supplier - known as a 'dual fuel' tariff.</span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"><b>What happens after I've switched?</b></span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">Dealers send your chosen new supplier your application and they do the rest.</span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">Within a couple of weeks you should receive a welcome communication from them.</span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">Your switch should be complete in 4-6 weeks!</span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"><b>How to keep bills down</b></span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">Energy bills are a large part of our monthly household expenditure, so after you switch follow these handy tips to continue to stay in control of your energy bills.</span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">Remember to provide your supplier with accurate meter readings regularly. This will ensure you are only paying for the electricity and gas you are using and avoid any surprises further down the line.</span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">If you are on a fixed price tariff, keep a note of the end date. Companies often transfer customers to their more expensive standard tariff when a fixed price deal comes to an end. So comparing deals a few weeks before your fixed tariff ends is advisable.</span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">Keep an eye on how much electricity you use. It sounds simple but remembering to turn off lights or electrical items when they are not in use can really help keep your bills down. For more useful energy saving tips, see our energy saving guide.</span></span></div> <div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 20px;"> <span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">Text Referred from<b> </b></span></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"><span style="color: #323232; font-family: Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.confused.com/"><b>confused.com</b></a></span></span></div> </div>

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