What makes some energy companies cheaper? Suppliers agree on the wholesale price of gas many months ahead and the bigger suppliers are able to buy larger amounts and so get it cheaper per unit than smaller suppliers. But big suppliers have old complex billing systems, more customers to serve, and more demands from the government […]
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There are very good reasons to switch business energy suppliers, not least to save on the ever increasing prices of gas and electricity. Choosing a top long-term tariff is just as important as any other control on expenses. Even if you are in a long-term contract, you should check whether you are paying more than
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Probably the most essential piece of kit for a gas engineer (apart from a screwdriver and pencil) is the flue gas analyser and without it you can’t do any boiler commissioning or servicing. Testo is a well known brand in this industry because they offer simple and reliable analysers with accessories that will meet the
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On 30 January 2018, a new version on TB 118 (Technical Bulletin) was published to provide guidance to gas safe registered engineers for the safe electrical isolation of gas appliances. Here, we look into what it means in practice. What is TB 118? TB118 is guidance for gas engineers working on boilers to keep them
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Choosing to have gas work done in your property by someone not qualified or registered? The main reason is to save on costs but there can be serious financial and safety concerns with this. Here, we look at the many dangers of illegal gas work. Dangers of illegal gas work Illegal gas work can lead
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Diagnose water pressure drop by first checking if any valves have been turned. This can happen after plumbing work is carried out and valves were turned off, but not turned fully back on. This is the most common cause of a sudden water pressure drop in the house. We will look at this and other
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A central heating inhibitor is a chemical liquid that is used to protect and maintain the efficiency of your central heating system in order to extend its lifespan. When you pour central heating inhibitor into your pipes, it enters the heating system and mixes with the water. This prevents the formation of sludge and allows
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Houses, especially those in cold weather climates, are built to keep heat in with insulation but what if the hot weather is making your home unbearable to live in during the day or night? As the world climate gets hotter, people’s health and well being are likely to suffer if houses cannot be kept cool.
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Having a good credit score is important if you want to go on to the cheapest tariffs with energy suppliers. The difference between the cheapest and most expensive tariffs can be hundreds of pounds every year, even with the same energy company. A high score indicates you have a good history of managing your credit
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As a business owner, you will be very aware of the need to keep costs down and this is especially true of your energy bills. It is a quick win to find a cheaper business energy provider. With over 50 energy suppliers in the UK for business electricity and gas tariffs, some research will save
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Every year, a number of people in the UK die from gas appliances that have not been correctly installed, maintained, or used and which then cause carbon monoxide poisoning. So a safety check should be done at least once a year to prevent these types of deaths. What is a gas safety check? A gas
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As the temperatures drop and the winter chill sets in, keeping our homes warm becomes a top priority. While cranking up the thermostat may seem like the go-to solution, it can lead to skyrocketing energy bills. The good news is, there are numerous ways to heat up a room without relying solely on central heating.
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The cost of energy can be a barrier to growth for companies, especially small businesses. The best way to reduce these costs is to find ways of becoming more energy efficient. Doing this could reduce a company’s energy bill by up to 25% and most of the measures require either zero or very little capital
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Understanding business energy bills can be tricky. At first, they might seem costlier than residential ones. In this article, we’ll explore which is cheaper: residential or business energy. Is business energy cheaper than domestic? In general, business electricity tends to offer lower rates compared to residential electricity, but exceptions can occur. Business energy contracts differ
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