Uswitch

16/10/2026

Cold air sneaking in around doors and windows? A few simple, low-cost fixes could make your home feel cosier this winter 🏠

Watch the quick video for easy draught-proofing tips for your front door, letterbox, keyhole and windows.

The tips in this video are for general guidance only. Always read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions and safety information before installing or using any product, and check that it is suitable for your home. Take care not to block air vents, flues or extractor fans, and keep draught excluders and other materials well away from heaters, fires, radiators and other heat sources. If you are unsure, speak to a qualified professional.

More ways to cut your energy use: https://www.uswitch.com/gas-electricity/guides/free-energy-saving-tips/

16/10/2026

U Asked: Am I eligible for the Warm Home Discount this winter? 💙

If you’re on certain benefits, you could get a one-off discount taken straight off your electricity bill, and in England and Wales, it often lands automatically, no application needed. Scotland’s rules are a bit different though, so it’s worth checking rather than assuming.

We break down who qualifies, what to do if nothing’s shown up on your account, and the key dates to know: https://www.uswitch.com/gas-electricity/guides/warm-home-discount/

Got a question about your own situation? Drop it in the comments and we’ll do our best to help.

15/10/2026

1.7 million UK households say they won’t turn their heating on at all this winter 🥶

Bills went up on 1 October, and forecasts point to another big rise in January. If you’re worried, you shouldn’t sit and shiver. Watch below for easy ways to stay warm, where to find help, and what you can do before prices change.

If you’re on a default variable tariff, now’s a good time to look at fixed deals. Compare them here: https://www.uswitch.com/gas-electricity/

If money’s tight, please ask for help. Support like the Warm Home Discount and insulation schemes could make a difference. 💛

12/10/2026

Thinking about moving from a prepayment meter to a standard one? Check out below the required steps, from checking your debt to speaking with your supplier and knowing what compensation you could get if things go wrong.

Full guide here: https://www.uswitch.com/gas-electricity/guides/prepayment-meter-change-credit-meter/

09/10/2026

Cold spots on your radiator? 🔥 Trapped air is a common culprit, and bleeding a radiator is a quick job you can do yourself.

Watch our step-by-step guide to see how. All you need is a radiator key and an old towel.

Looking for more ways to keep your home warm and your bills in check? Our energy-saving tips are here: https://www.uswitch.com/gas-electricity/guides/free-energy-saving-tips/

08/10/2026

Millions of Brits had broadband outages in the last 12 months, and power cuts are now the number one reason 😮⚡

If you live in the countryside, you're more likely to be affected. Winter storms could make it worse, and lots of us have a landline that stops working in a power cut.
Check out the five tips below to be ready, including how to claim compensation if you've been offline for days. 👉

Thinking of switching to something more reliable? Compare broadband deals in your area: https://www.uswitch.com/broadband/

06/10/2026

It's Cyber Security Month 🔒 Your devices and logins hold a lot of your life, so here are 5 quick ways to protect them, with exactly where to tap.

Curious what broadband deals are out there? Take a look here: https://www.uswitch.com/broadband/

05/10/2026

BT is taking over TalkTalk 📢

If you're a TalkTalk customer, here's the short version: nothing changes today. Your broadband should carry on as normal, and your current contract and price stay as they are for now. The deal still needs approval from the competition regulator, the CMA, so it will take some time.

Most TalkTalk customers already use the Openreach network, so you shouldn't see any interruption to your connection.

A few things to keep an eye on over the coming months: any letters or emails about your contract, TV packages and email addresses, and whether your price changes.

We've put together everything you need to know here 👉

BT has announced a takeover of broadband provider TalkTalk – find out what to do if you're one of the 1.5 million UK TalkTalk customers.

02/10/2026

The Warm Home Discount opens this month 🏠 It's a one-off £150 off your electricity bill this winter, and in England and Wales it's usually applied automatically if you qualify. Find out below who's eligible and what to do next.

Full guide here: https://www.uswitch.com/gas-electricity/guides/warm-home-discount/

01/10/2026

Energy prices went up today, which got us wondering: how do you handle your household admin? 👀

Some people are "Type A": organised, with reminders set and bills paid as soon as they land. Others are "Type B": more laid back and happy to leave things until nearer the deadline. There's no right answer, and most of us are a bit of both.

Cast your vote with a reaction above, and tell us in the comments which bill you're most likely to forget.

If you haven't looked at your energy tariff in a while, now's a good time to check where you stand: https://www.uswitch.com/gas-electricity/