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Scottish Power and E18?
Had an issue with my Electramate boiler, just had the guy come out to fix it and I asked him what was the most economical way of saving on electric with this type of boiler. He suggested that maybe changing to Economy 18. I didn't even know this was available and haven't looked into it but was wondering if there's any…
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Electricity theft
Hi, I have big problem. I have just rented a 2 bedroom flat. I noticed, that even all electricals stuff are switched off, my meter is still moving. I asked my supplier, that maybe my meter is broken, but they checked:think: and said that my meter is working properly. They suggested, that maybe someone is stealing my…
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Why so long :S
I switched (Through the MSE link to U-switch (I hope reading the threads in the forum) on September 1st to Scottish Power's Fixed 2012, away from Eon's Saveonline2. (1st September was the first date I could switch without penalty). Now I'm aware I'm probably on the EON standard tariff at the moment, so every day is costing…
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Boiler issue - everyone is stumped... ideas?
Hi guys i hope you can help. We live in a rented estates cottage which is rather dilapidated and a touch care worn. However in a very expensive area to rent and for the size of the cottage and grounds the monthly rental more than reflects the issues with the house. So it’s worth the hassle. The estate is cash strapped (as…
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Changing Supplier Question
Hello, I hope someone can help me. I am currently on the Websaver 9 tariff with BG which ends on 1st Nov. On our Gas bill it shows that we are about £60 in debit and the Electricity is showing about £330 in credit. Is there anyway of changing supplier without paying off BG that £330? I don't mean not pay them, more like…
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How do I find out my supplier?!
Posting on my Mum's account but I am a student moving into privately rented accommodation, the Landlord is on honeymoon and I don't think he knows anyway. We haven't seen any bills, so how can we find out who our current Gas/ Electricity supplier is? Thanks! :j
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Warm Home Discount
This isn't that well advertised. At the moment your gas and electric supplier has to give you 120.00 off your bill if you call under the following criteria. 1) Recieve pension credit. 2) Recieve one benefit from section A and one benefit from section two: a) Income Support b) Income based job seekers allowance. c) Income…
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E.on complaints compensation rates
What compensation do E.on pay when a customer complains about energy supply account problems? Replies only please from fourmites who have experience with E.on, what the sum was and briefly what for? Thanks for viewing.
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Which Gas & Electricity Provider to choose?
Hello, my partner and I have just bought our first house. We're moving in on Friday and I still haven't got a clue which energy provider to choose for our Gas & Electric. We only have a 2 bedroom house and there are only the two of us living there for now (1 on the way!). So any suggestions? Any comments are much…
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Shower advice for flat roofed bungalow
We are looking to buy a new shower for our new house, however I have heard we cannot have a power shower because the house is all on one level without an attic so therefore nowhere to put a gravity system. However we would still like the most powerful type we can get for our house (find weak showers a bit annoying!), so I…
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Conservatory Heating?
Coming up to that time of the year, Oct-Feb when the Conservatory is damn cold! Without putting a massive drain on our gas/electric bills, what options are available to us? I heard heard of Air Cooled Heating Pumps? Any good? All advice appreciated, Thanks. :)
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Solar PV feed in tariff questions
Hi, I'm looking into getting solar PV installed at my house, the financial and technical side looks fairly sound, but I have a couple of questions that I can't find the answer to. Can anyone help, or point me in the right direction? 1) If/when I sell the house, does the feed-in tariff transfer to the new owner? Is this…
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Changing to a different tariff with the same company
My npower SignOnline19 dual fuel contract ends on 30th September 2011, although I will stay on it until 15th October for some reason according to their letter??? My 12 months with npower is not complete until November. Taking into account the deferred bonus "trap" and the results of the comparison sites, it seems Npower's…
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EDF- Accused of tampering with metre
Hi Everyone, I hope someone can help. Basically last year in october I had builders in my flat to do some renovations. I went away on holiday for a long weekend and returned to find that my electric prepay key was missing from the meter and no electricity was left. I contacted the builders Liaison officer who came up and…
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Disconnecting Aga boiler, how much?
Hi all, Just bought a new gaff that has a gas converted Aga installed. Does anyone have any experience of disconnecting the boiler and making good the Aga to be used as a cooker only? If so, how much did it cost? Or did you do it yourself? I've been quoted £350 by the local technicians which seems pricey for disconnecting…
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Online Energy Saver 10 - One year extension offer
Last year I switched to the Scottish Power Online Energy Saver 10 package. It's due to expire on 31st October but they've just sent me an email to say if I stick with them they'll extend the same deal for another year. I was going to do my usual comparison site check but I'm not sure if I'm better off sticking with my…
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Boiler Problems
We have a newish Worcester Greenstar boiler that we tried yesterday for the first time this year It appears to run OK - Heating up the radiators with no issues or cold spots (no bleeding needed) - however it did not cut out and at a worryingly high pressure reading on the meter of 3.5 bar, I switched it off - I assume that…
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British Gas Homecare advise please
I took out homecare flexi 100 in 2008, Having problems with my boiler, I found out they are meant to do an initial inspection and a yearly service, they havent done any, no paperwork at all. The contract was done over the phone and paid by direct debit. I recently rang them to come and repair the boiler, made appointment…
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What energy?
Hi I have a 4 bed detached house with south facing roof. Fully insulated. Garden on slope approx 500sqm. We cant get mains gas, dont want oil. Have log burner but difficult ish access for regular use. What suggestions for self sufficient power and heating budget £12-15k. Appreciate any ideas and advise. Thanks
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EPC - Actual bills nearly 10x certificate
Hi, My first post in this forum!! Hope someone can help!! I moved in to a 2 bed flat in May 2010. It's brand new, 750 sq ft with energy efficient windows. The EPC certificate gave a guide to energy consumption, including an estimation of under £200 per year for heating (The apartment is on a CHP system). Over the Winter,…
