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Printable household bills tracker + complaint letter templates
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A printable kit from our UK sister site: a household bills and contract-end tracker, fill-in complaint letters and an annual review checklist. The tracker and letters work anywhere, but the escalation steps in it are written for the UK. In Ireland, escalate to the CRU (energy), ComReg (phone and broadband) or the FSPO (financial services).
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Switching broadband in Ireland is simpler than many people think: the new provider manages it, you don't need to cancel your old service yourself, and service disruption is limited by ComReg rules. Here's how it works.
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Your switching rights (ComReg)
- The new provider leads the switch and cancels your old service once the new one is active.
- No overlap or double billing: your old contract ends when the new service starts, and any overpayment is refunded.
- Switching also avoids the 30-day notice period you'd otherwise give, but early termination fees can apply if you're still in contract.
- Any disruption must not exceed one working day, and providers must compensate customers for switching problems (ComReg: broadband switching).
Step by step
- Check your contract end date on your bill or app, to see whether early termination fees apply.
- Check what's available at your address, such as fibre to the home, part-fibre or fixed wireless. Speeds and prices depend on it.
- Compare the full-contract cost: monthly price after any introductory offer, set-up fees and the contract length.
- Order with the new provider and say you're switching. Have the account holder's name, address, account number and current provider ready.
- Agree a switch date. The new provider updates you and confirms when it's working.
Questions to ask before you switch
- What will the price be after the introductory period?
- Is there a set-up or router fee, and do I return the old router?
- Can I keep my home phone number? It's free, but you must ask (ComReg).
- Moving from a traditional phone line to VoIP? Check alarms and telecare devices still work.
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A printable kit from our UK sister site: a household bills and contract-end tracker, fill-in complaint letters and an annual review checklist. The tracker and letters work anywhere, but the escalation steps in it are written for the UK. In Ireland, escalate to the CRU (energy), ComReg (phone and broadband) or the FSPO (financial services).
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to cancel my old broadband when I switch?
No. Tell your new provider you're switching and it will arrange for your old service to end once the new one is active.
How long will I be without broadband when switching?
Under ComReg rules, any disruption should not exceed one working day, and you must be kept updated about delays.
Will I pay for both services during the switch?
No. Your old contract ends when your new service begins, and overpayments are refunded. Early termination fees can still apply if you're in contract.
Sources
Official sources this article relies on, checked October 17, 2026. Rules and prices change, so confirm details at the source.
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