Gas and Electricity
Moving home doesn't have to be stressful, and to keep stress free there are a few you things you should begin to consider in advance. Important utilities such as Gas and Electricity.
Gas & ElectricityExpensive Emergency rate tariffs are applied automatically to new residents until accounts are set up, therefore, informing your electricity and / or gas supplier 10 days before you move will help you avoid the emergency rate tariff and could save you invaluable time and stress once you have moved in. Furthermore, avoid ‘pay as you’ key meters; these are costly and inconvenient if you forget to top up. Losing your key will mean waiting days for a replacement and is not ideal in winter months. Paying by Direct Debit is more cost effective and you do not have to worry about being left short. Companies offer great discounts for direct debit payments in addition to dual fuel discounts.
For example. A key meter will provide 30 minutes of a light from one light bulb compared to an hour of light from the same light bulb by paying by direct debit. This is an approximation and various factors may influence the price however by contacting the companies you will receive a better idea.
You can take your current supplier with you and is done quite quickly. Remember to compare prices or even speak to your existing supplier about reducing the tariff or entering other tariff deals that will be more suitable for your needs. ou could save hundreds.
Gas & ElectricityExpensive Emergency rate tariffs are applied automatically to new residents until accounts are set up, therefore, informing your electricity and / or gas supplier 10 days before you move will help you avoid the emergency rate tariff and could save you invaluable time and stress once you have moved in. Furthermore, avoid ‘pay as you’ key meters; these are costly and inconvenient if you forget to top up. Losing your key will mean waiting days for a replacement and is not ideal in winter months. Paying by Direct Debit is more cost effective and you do not have to worry about being left short. Companies offer great discounts for direct debit payments in addition to dual fuel discounts.
For example. A key meter will provide 30 minutes of a light from one light bulb compared to an hour of light from the same light bulb by paying by direct debit. This is an approximation and various factors may influence the price however by contacting the companies you will receive a better idea.
You can take your current supplier with you and is done quite quickly. Remember to compare prices or even speak to your existing supplier about reducing the tariff or entering other tariff deals that will be more suitable for your needs. ou could save hundreds.