How to net a great deal on broadband

Want to be up and running today? A firm called Relish offers a same or next day broadband service to Londoners. Its plug and play hub means you don’t have to wait around for installation guys.

Check if your provider needs to send an engineer to set up your connection and whether there are any costs involved. These can range from free to £60, so be aware before you commit.

Another way to cut costs on your bill is to get rid of your landline phone. If you can’t remember the last time you used it to make a call, opt for a broadband-only package that doesn’t rely on a landline connection.

Do you watch most of your television shows via streaming and catch up services like Netflix and iPlayer? You could save money by cutting out costly television packages offered by your broadband provider.

Likewise, streaming fans should aim for broadband deals that offer unlimited data so you don’t go over any monthly allowances and face costly “top up” charges.

As a general rule, anyone who is changing their broadband deal should check that the advertised speeds are available where they live. The best way to check to see if you will get a provider’s top speeds is to visit sites like USwitch or Boadband Choices where you can enter your postcode to see what’s possible at your address.

Another bit of good advice is to check the length of your existing broadband contract before you cancel. Contracts can be 12, 18 or 24 months and cancelling your contract ahead of time could result in a charge.