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- 2 October 2026Running costs13 min readLatest
How Much Does It Cost to Run a Dishwasher? (UK 2026)
How much does it cost to run a dishwasher? About 24p a cycle on eco at 26.32p/kWh, 32p on auto, plus yearly costs, hand-washing and 7 ways to cut it.
- 29 September 2026Running costs12 min read
How Much Does It Cost to Run a Washing Machine? (UK 2026)
How much does it cost to run a washing machine? 7p to 53p a wash at 26.32p/kWh, by temperature and cycle, plus the yearly cost and 8 ways to cut it.
- 25 September 2026Running costs12 min read
Immersion Heater Running Costs UK 2026: Per Hour & Tank
Immersion heater running costs at 26.32p/kWh: cost per hour by element wattage, cost per tank by cylinder size, and how it compares to gas.
- 22 September 2026Insulation & draughts14 min read
Best Draught Excluders UK 2026: What to Buy for Each Gap
The best draught excluders for UK homes, gap by gap: what each type costs, how big a hole it actually seals, and which ones pay for themselves in one winter.
- 18 September 2026Heating & heat pumps17 min read
What Temperature Should My Boiler Be Set At? UK 2026
Set your boiler flow temperature to 60°C and hot water to 50-55°C. Why they are different settings, what the change saves at the 2026 cap, and how to check.
- 15 September 2026Insulation & draughts16 min read
How to Stop Condensation on Windows UK 2026: What Works
How to stop condensation on windows in a UK home: what causes it, the fixes that work overnight, what each costs to run, and when it is really damp.
- 11 September 2026Running costs14 min read
How Much Does an Electric Blanket Cost to Run? UK 2026
An electric blanket costs about 2.6p an hour to run, or under £12 for a whole winter. The 2026 price-cap sums, and the truth about the 1p-an-hour claim.
- 8 September 2026Running costs14 min read
Electric Heater Running Costs UK 2026: What Each Type Costs
Electric heater running costs at the 26.32p 2026 price cap: cost per hour by wattage, and why the thermostat matters far more than the type of heater.
- 1 September 2026Running costs18 min read
Dehumidifier Running Costs UK 2026: From 5p an Hour
A dehumidifier costs about 5p an hour to run in 2026, or £31 across a whole damp season. The real sums for compressor and desiccant models, plus laundry costs.
- 20 August 2026Running costs13 min read
Tumble Dryer Running Costs UK 2026: Cost Per Load
A tumble dryer costs 39p to £1.45 a load to run in 2026, depending on type. The sums by vented, condenser and heat pump dryer, plus 9 ways to cut the cost.
- 28 July 2026Smart meters & tariffs29 min read
Best Smart Meter UK 2026: Which In-Home Display to Choose
You don't choose your smart meter in the UK - your supplier fits a SMETS2. What you choose is the display. The 7 best smart meter displays compared for 2026.
- 24 July 2026Running costs12 min read
Heated Airer Running Costs UK 2026: Just 8p an Hour
A heated airer costs about 8p an hour, or 24-63p a load. The 2026 price-cap sums, how it compares with a tumble dryer, and which models to buy.
- 21 July 2026Heating & heat pumps12 min read
Do Smart Thermostats Save Money? UK Guide for 2026
Do smart thermostats really save money in the UK? The realistic saving off your heating bill, who benefits most, and the best models for 2026.
- 9 June 2026Smart meters & tariffs13 min read
Do Smart Meters Save You Money? The 2026 UK Data
Do smart meters save money in the UK? The real government data, the three ways they actually cut bills, and how to beat the average 2% saving.
- 5 June 2026Insulation & draughts10 min read
Floor Insulation Cost UK 2026: Prices, Savings and DIY
2026 floor insulation prices for suspended timber and solid concrete floors, DIY vs professional, what you will save, and which grants apply.
- 3 June 2026EV charging15 min read
Tethered vs Untethered EV Charger UK 2026: Which to Buy?
Tethered vs untethered EV chargers compared: cable length, cost, theft and weather risk, future-proofing, and which suits your driveway or garage.
- 20 May 2026Smart meters & tariffs13 min read
SMETS1 vs SMETS2 Smart Meters UK 2026: The Difference
SMETS1 vs SMETS2 explained: what changed, why SMETS1 meters went dumb, how to tell which you have, and when to ask for a free SMETS2 upgrade.
- 1 May 2026Solar & batteries16 min read
Solar Battery Storage UK 2026: Costs, Savings and Payback
Solar battery storage costs £2,500-£8,000 in the UK in 2026. Sizes, brands, real-world payback, and when a battery is worth adding to panels.
- 24 April 2026Insulation & draughts21 min read
Cavity Wall Insulation Cost UK 2026: Prices and Payback
Cavity wall insulation costs £400-£1,500 in 2026. Prices for bungalows and 3-bed semis, removal costs, mortgage implications, grants and payback.
- 21 April 2026Smart meters & tariffs18 min read
Smart Meter Problems UK: 12 Electricity Metering Issues Fixed
Smart meter not working? The 12 most common UK electricity metering issues in 2026, step-by-step fixes, and how to claim £40 compensation.
- 14 April 2026Solar & batteries13 min read
Solar Panel Grants UK 2026: Every Scheme Still Open
Which UK solar panel grants are still open in 2026, who qualifies, and how to get free or discounted panels now that ECO4 has closed.
- 10 April 2026Insulation & draughts9 min read
Draught Proofing UK 2026: What It Costs, What It Saves
Draught proofing a UK home costs £150-£300 professionally, or under £20 DIY. What every job costs in 2026, and why the saving is £60-£85 a year.
- 7 April 2026Insulation & draughts10 min read
How to Improve Your EPC Rating: 12 Ways (2026)
How to improve your EPC rating, ranked by cost and impact. From quick wins under £50 to major upgrades that move you a whole band.
- 3 April 2026Heating & heat pumps6 min read
Heat Pump Grants UK 2026: The Complete BUS Grant Guide
The £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant explained: who qualifies, how to apply, what is covered, and the changes coming in April 2026.
- 31 March 2026EV charging5 min read
Cost to Charge an Electric Car at Home UK (2026)
Home EV charging costs £3-£15 per charge in 2026. Compare standard, smart, and solar tariff rates plus 5 ways to cut your bill.
- 30 March 2026Heating & heat pumps5 min read
Heat Pump Running Costs: What You'll Actually Pay in 2026
Heat pump running costs are £800-£1,200 a year in 2026. Costs by property size, the gas boiler comparison, and how smart tariffs cut them.
- 30 March 2026Insulation & draughts10 min read
Loft Insulation Cost UK 2026: Prices and Savings
Loft insulation costs £150-£600 in 2026. DIY and professional prices, annual savings by house type, payback periods, and free grant options.