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Economy 7 explained

Economy 7 energy tariff explained

This is an electricity tariff with different pricing structures according to the time of day. The electricity you use during the night costs less, per unit, than energy used during the day.

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Energy performance certificate explained

Energy performance certificate explained

If you’re planning to sell or rent out a home in the UK, you have to pay for an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC).
EPCs give prospective buyers or tenants some indication of how energy efficient a property is, and the certificates are required by law.

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Energy saving white goods

Energy saving white goods

One way to shave pounds off your gas and electricity bills is to switch to more energy-efficient home appliances. From fridge freezers to cookers and washing machines, Confused.com takes a look at how they work and why they’re so good…

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Energy questions answered

Energy - your questions answered

Worried that you might be paying over the odds for your energy but don’t know how to see past the jargon and get yourself a better deal? We’ve put together a guide to answer some of the most frequently asked questions on all aspects of energy..

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How to complain to your energy supplier

How to complain to your energy supplier

Everybody has grievances with companies they deal with from time to time. So what happens if you’re displeased with the service you’re getting from your energy supplier? Well here are a few tips for how to best conduct yourself in order to get your problem fixed.

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How to reduce energy use and bills

How to reduce your energy use and fuel bills

As well as saving money through switching suppliers or tariffs, you could also save money on your bills by using less gas and electricity around the house. As well as saving money, you could also be helping to protect the environment.

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Monitoring your energy use

Monitor your energy usage accurately with a smart meter

A smart meter is a cunning little gizmo that accurately monitors your energy usage. It uses GPRS technology to keep your supplier abreast of your usage in real time. In turn, you can check out how your gas and electricity consumption is going via the web. Isn’t technology wonderful?

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Guide to switching utilities suppliers

Guide to switching utilities suppliers

Switching your gas and electricity supplier(s) might seem like a big decision, but Confused.com can do the lion’s share of the work for you by searching the energy market to find you the best deal - which could save you as much as £296*! Not bad, eh?

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Guide to the perfect boiler

Guide to the perfect boiler

Boilers are vital to any home: they keep rooms warm, water hot and inhabitants happy. But not all boilers are born equal. By switching to a new, high efficiency condensing boiler, you could cut your carbon footprint by nearly two tonnes and save as much as £275 a year* on utilities bills.

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The supplier switching process

The energy supplier switching process

Confused.com compares the prices of all registered gas and electricity suppliers in the UK and finds you the best energy deal for your home, based on your own personal circumstances.

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Your energy usage group

Your energy usage group

In terms of energy consumption, customers tend to be grouped by the industry into low, medium and high users. These groups were originally identified by industry regulator Ofgem. Here's our guide to understanding which group you fall into.

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