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Standing charges on energy bills set to fall by £40 a year from April, confirms Martin Lewis
By Joseph Mullane published
Energy bills set to ease as standing charges fall, with all households set to benefit

Major changes to how EPCs are assessed are coming soon, and it’s set to impact millions of homes
By Joseph Mullane published
The UK government is introducing a new Home Energy Model that will change how Energy Performance Certificates are calculated for millions of homes

Energy suppliers to be held accountable for faulty and delayed smart meter installations
By Joseph Mullane published
Customers could receive £40 compensation for delayed installations, failed appointments or unresolved smart meter faults

Noticed a burst water pipe outside your house? The experts explain what you'll need to do
By Megan Milstead published
You'll need to act fast if you spot a burst water pipe – follow our experts' step-by-step guide

How to fix frozen pipes (and protect your home from future flooding and water damage)
By Natasha Brinsmead, Megan Milstead last updated
Want to learn how to fix frozen pipes? Our experts are here to help with a simple two-step guide

Warm Homes Plan delayed, leaving millions of homeowners in the cold
By Joseph Mullane published
The UK government’s £15bn scheme to improve home energy efficiency will not be published until January, leaving households unsure about support for insulation, heating, and ventilation upgrades

E.ON announces early holiday gift with three days of free electricity this Christmas
By Joseph Mullane published
You could get your electricity for free on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day through E.ON

How much electricity inflatable Santas use — and why it’s lower than you think
By Joseph Mullane published
Curious how much running a festive inflatable Santa adds to your energy bill? Here’s what the numbers really show and how to keep costs low
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