Electricity Guides

Read our guides for home electricity consumers

Our expert journalists have been busy compiling useful guides for your home electricity needs. Get the lowdown on electricity tariffs, switching suppliers and more below.

Electricity guides

Compare Electricity Prices

Think you’re paying too much for electricity? Just by switching to a cheaper tariff you could save yourself a fortune.

How much is the average electricity bill?

If you are worried that your last electricity bill was a bit too high and you’re paying over the odds, there is a way you can find out.

Who supplies my gas and electricity?

This guide shows you how to find out which companies supply your gas and electricity when you move into a new home. (14/1/10)

How do I find the cheapest electricity tariff in my area?

It is a good idea to check you are on the cheapest electricity deal available in order to cut those soaring energy bills, but where do you start?

What is an electricity monitor?

Using an electricity monitor could help you cut your energy bills significantly. This guide explains how they work and how to get one…

What’s the difference between a smart meter and an electricity monitor?

Smart meters are often confused with electricity monitors, but the truth is they are quite different. This guide outlines the differences…

Electricity bills: 4 reasons to love your prepayment meter

Despite prepayment customers paying higher gas and electricity rates than other customers, Becca Talbot outlines why prepay meters could be the perfect way to pay for your energy.