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calculator on a smart phone Electricity Bill Calculator | UK Homes

Find out precisely how much your electricity is costing you. ✅ Auto-fills in your latest price cap rates according to your Region and Payment Method. ✅ Available for both standard variable and fixed-rate tariffs. ✅ Includes 5% VAT on final bill calculations. Calculator   Calculator notes: Multi-tariff Functionality: Works for both Standard Variable-rate tariffs that…

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Home electricity Average UK household electricity use per day

Each quarter, a new energy price cap makes headlines about what it means for the “average” household. While the cap limits unit rates, your actual bill depends on the amount of electricity you use. In this guide, we explain the average household electricity usage, how it varies by home size, and what drives higher consumption….

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Cooling-off period Cooling-off period | Who does this apply to?

Switching domestic energy suppliers is a significant transaction that involves signing legally binding contracts for a prolonged period of time. The cooling-off period allows homeowners to avoid any penalty fees if they wish to cancel their contract. What is the cooling-off period for energy? The cooling-off period is the time permitted for you to cancel…

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Is electricity cheaper at night? Is electricity cheaper at night? Off-peak electricity rates explored

Explore the cost-saving truths behind nighttime electricity usage. Learn how off-peak electricity rates can impact your business. Key Takeaways: Electricity generally costs less at night due to lower demand. Savings depend on having a variable, off-peak tariff. Off-peak hours typically range from 10 pm to 8 am. Usage patterns and tariff types greatly influence potential…

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What is Ofgem? Ofgem Energy Regulation and Enforcement

With the energy price cap currently dominating the news, you may have heard the name Ofgem banded around a lot. We’ve realised that many readers don’t know who Ofgem is and what they do, so in this article, we explore it in more detail. What is Ofgem? Ofgem is a non-ministerial department tasked with overseeing…

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