Gas Prices Set to Rise in 2008

Gas prices have started to rise again this year and the trend looks set to continue through 2008.

NPower is the latest utility company to increase the price of gas and electricity following British Gas who have increased the price of gas by up to 15% for some of their tariffs.

Npower's prices will rise by 17% for gas and 13% for electricity on it's energy tracker price plan, the rises will come into effect from 1st January 2008.

It is likely that these prices will continue to rise throughout next year. One way to try and cut the cost of these utility bills is to compare your current tariffs with other suppliers to see if you are with the cheapest company and on the best tariff for your consumption.

They will even help you to apply for the new supplier and change your accounts over from your old one, thus making it quicker and easier to change.

These price comparison companies will provide impartial information about each energy supplier and make it easy to compare the different tariffs to see which company provides the cheapest energy.

The best utility price comparison websites are accredited by EnergyWatch which ensures that they provide accurate details and information.

Energy price comparison websites include, uSwitch, Simply Switch and Energy helpline