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Water meter installed by UU looks a mess
Just had a water meter installed which to me looks like a very untidy job. They had to cut away part of the kitchen cupboard to gain access which is fair enough but the installed additional pipework looks very amateurish. The meter has been installed at the back and is resting on a shelf. What do others think or am I being…
water meter
hello I have a water meter and I pay 38 pounds I'm single and live in a one bedroom house with back yard and no grass no extra water. my neighbors with out meter pay less than me.
Been paying for neighbours water usage on top of my own usage for just short of 8 years.
I had an external water meter installed on the 26/06/13. I thought this was a good idea because I lived alone in a three bed semi and at the time I was paying roughly £520 per year. All seemed OK, I was paying less than the rateable value of my home and I was saving money by having a water meter. Four years ago my water…
Water supplier - holiday let in Scotland
Hi Looking for recommendations for the cheapest Water Supplier for a holiday let in Scotland. My house is on non domestic rates so I need to pay for water separately. I am paying about £180 a qtr with Wave for not a lot of water. i have looked around, none of the suppliers seem to publish their rates, also can’t find any…
Contacting STW regards water meter
Hi there, recently moved into new (to us) bungalow property and STW have estimated my meter reading for the 7th April as being 1503 as below. However our(?) water meter, next to our front door path, in the grass verge and pretty much in line with our interior stopcock looks like this (image taken from old flat meter for an…
MSE News: Thames Water takes payments from customers early in direct debit blunder
Utility giant Thames Water has mistakenly taken thousands of customers' direct debit payments a day early after a "system error". If you've been hit by bank charges as a result, you can get a refund but you'll need to ask for it – we've full help below. Read the full story: 'Thames Water takes payments from customers…
£550 Grant towards Lead Pipe Replacement with United Utilties
I've just had a new blue pipe installed by a WIAPS certified company, and received a call from United Utilities acknowledging the installation and that they will now move on with arranging its connection in the coming weeks. Additionally they told me I qualified for their new grant scheme, and will receive a payment of…
Southwest Water Setting up Direct Debit Monthly amount
When you set it up it asks you how many people live in the property and then calculates the amount as its just me I selected one person and it calculated I would pay £2.50 a month this seems way to low is this right? or do they calculate it on what your previous bill was?
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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.
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