More misery it's not like these energy companies don't earn enoughEnergy bills are going up today. The energy price cap set by Ofgem has increased by 13% for the July to September period, pushing the average typical dual-fuel household bill up by $221 to about £1,862 per year.Here are the key details and what you need to know about the changes:New Price Cap RatesThe new unit rates and daily standing charges for typical households paying by Direct Debit (averages across Great Britain) are:Gas: Unit rate of 7.33p per kWh with a daily standing charge of 29.04p.Electricity: Unit rate of 26.11p per kWh with a daily standing charge of 57.19p.Action StepsTake a meter reading: If you do not have a smart meter, you are strongly encouraged to submit a reading today. This ensures your supplier doesn't incorrectly charge for energy you used before today's price hike at the old, cheaper rates.Check fixed tariffs: Because the price cap is variable, now is a good time to compare whether a fixed-rate tariff might be cheaper and offer you peace of mind Beloud