Energy, broadband and other household bills are a steady drain on the budget, and they are an area where comparing options can deliver quick, repeatable savings.
These guides explain the detail behind the decisions before you compare options or run the numbers.
Home & Bills
Published 20 Jun 2026
What is a PAC number? It is the Porting Authorisation Code that lets you switch mobile network and keep your phone number. Here is how to get one free by text, and what the banking version means.
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Published 15 Jun 2026
Switching broadband in the UK is now simple. Under One Touch Switch your new provider handles the whole move, including cancelling the old one. Here is how to switch, how long it takes and the costs.
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Published 15 Jun 2026
Wondering how much a water softener costs in the UK? Expect roughly £400 to £1,500 for the unit, plus £150 to £300 to fit it, and £50 to £100 a year to run.
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Published 15 Jun 2026
Customer service numbers, opening hours, complaints & accessibility lines for BT, Sky, Virgin Media, TalkTalk, Vodafone, EE, Plusnet & NOW. Verified 2026.
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Published 14 Jun 2026
Choosing a broadband package can feel confusing. Providers advertise speeds like 36Mbps, 150Mbps, 500Mbps or even 1Gbps, but faster does not always mean better for every household.
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