Should a business owner be asked whether P272 has had an impact on their business and they are not sure of the answer, then they should really find out. Essentially, P272 is the name given to the change of energy billing process and affected businesses must now use automated meters. These meters will supply data to the energy supplier every half-hour, they are also known as HH meters, so the bills will be more accurate. More importantly, there is no longer a need for estimated bills though not all firms are affected by the P272 legislation. Important aspects about understanding the P272 change One of the most important aspects about understanding the P272 change is that it enables businesses to better understand how they are using energy so they can introduce energy efficiencies or even use the data to find a cheaper energy supplier. The important point to remember is that only firms and organisations who have electric meters in the profile class 05 to 08 have been affected (This will be displayed on the meter itself or the firm’s bill); smaller firms will still be working with their usual meters. However, energy suppliers should now have updated and replaced meters for those who need them and, if not, the firm needs to speak with their supplier urgently. The changeover to the new meters began in April 2017 and while firms can utilise software to see when and where they are using their energy, it’s also possible to use the information to find a cheaper energy deal. Speaking with P272 experts This will mean speaking with P272 experts such as those at D-Energi who can explain more about what the legislation means and how their businesses can save money by switching energy suppliers. For those firms who have the new meters, they will also need to appreciate whether they have agreed to a maximum import capacity (MIC) with their distribution network operator (DNO). The P272 legislation delivers greater protection to business customers and there’s a need for suppliers to not charge their customers for standard capacity charges in excess of their needs. The new meters will help protect them should their supplier set the MIC at a level that is too low for their needs – which essentially means the firm will be paying more than they should be doing for their energy.   For more help and advice about whether P272 has had an impact on your business, contact the D-Energi team.

If you run a business and an energy renewal deal has just landed on your doormat, then now is the time to look at cheap business gas deals to reduce overheads. By shopping around, firms can reduce their current gas deal by a substantial amount; some firms could see savings of up to 40% or several hundred – or even thousands – pounds. Larger firms will obviously enjoy bigger savings and have the prospect of improved customer services as well. However, it’s not just about enjoying cheaper business gas deals but this should be part of an annual process for the firm to examining their overheads and reducing them to boost profitability. Look for a cheap business electricity deal Indeed, when we say that finding cheaper gas deals is only the start, we mean the firm should also look for a cheap business electricity deal as well. There’s no doubt that these are available but many firms are tied up with their day-to-day tasks and don’t have the opportunity to use the comparison websites that will help them find cheaper and better deals. Let’s not forget also that for firms in England and Scotland they may also be able to find cheaper water suppliers to reduce costs even further. For many firms, the easiest way of finding a cheap gas and electricity deal is to speak with the helpful team at D-Energi who have access to the latest offers and can also deal with the paperwork to ensure the transition to a new supplier is a seamless one. Source cheap business energy deals All firms should try to source cheap business energy deals whenever they can and the government and Ofgem, the industry regulator, are increasingly keen on boosting competition within the marketplace and for all organisations to switch energy suppliers on a regular basis. By doing this, the government says, prices will fall and firms will have a wider choice of suppliers to enjoy. With the prospect of energy prices for firms increasing in the near future, it is also possible to find a new energy deal that the firm can lock into for two, three or even five years. This means they will be insulated from any potential wholesale energy price hikes and will also have the opportunity to budget more effectively for their cashflow forecast.   However, as a business owner or a senior executive, you want to know just how effective cheap business gas deals can be and by contacting the D-Energi team this could be the start of a fruitful and rewarding relationship.

For many firms, the question of whether they want to switch energy supplier may appear to be unusual but it’s worth bearing in mind that by switching suppliers they could save substantial amounts of money every year. These savings can be enjoyed by micro businesses as well as larger organisations and Ofgem, the energy market regulator is keen that more firms look to switch energy supplier to save money. By increasing the number switching, they believe that competition will increase and, as a result, prices will fall as suppliers need to compete more effectively customers. However, for those firms looking to switch business energy supplier will need to appreciate that they can only do this when their current contract is due for renewal; it’s not impossible to break a contract but there may be a hefty charge to pay for switching midterm. Undertaking an energy switch between providers For many firms, undertaking an energy switch between providers is a simple and straightforward process and there will be no interruption in the supply of energy to their premises. It helps too that for owners of micro firms that under market rules their supplier must tell them what their new deal is going to be upon renewal and how that compares with rival offers. The aim of this advice for those firms who renew every year means they are places in a strong negotiating position so they can agree better prices with their current supplier or switch to a new one. The contract’s end date, as well as the notice period that must be given, will be detailed on the firm’s energy bills. Firms who want to use which energy providers As an added incentive, for those firms who want to switch energy providers but don’t have the time or inclination to do so, then it’s likely that they will be rolled over onto a new contract automatically which will probably be more expensive as result. These ‘deemed’ contracts usually run for another 12 months which means the firm is stuck with the prospect of having to pay over the odds for their energy supply because they did not switch supplier. As mentioned previously, the process of switching is very simple and can be done with one phone call.   And that phone call should be made to the experts at D-Energi who will be able to search the entire business energy supply market to find the best deal and then handle the switchover process so the business owner can concentrate on running their business.  

While growing numbers of firms and organisations are appreciating that by switching utility providers will help lead to lower bills, not many firms appreciate how easy it is to switch business gas suppliers. This can be done with just one phone call to an organisation that can offer the latest and best gas supply deals and then deal with the switchover process as well. The process itself is seamless and gas supply will be uninterrupted. However, any business interested in cheaper gas bills will need to wait until their current contract is due for renewal before they contemplate searching for a new utility provider. There’s no doubt that for many firms looking to reduce their gas bills, the easiest way is to switch to another gas provider who is offering a better deal. Business electricity suppliers Indeed, this exercise should be carried out with business electricity suppliers as well as gas providers since the same firm handling a switch of gas suppliers can do the same for electricity provision as well. While firms cannot access dual fuel deals, they should be able to access cheaper offers and tariffs from both gas and electricity providers for their business. Firms looking to switch business energy suppliers And while every business and organisation are different, industry experts believe that those firms looking to switch business energy suppliers could save up to 40% from their current bills. Obviously, for those larger users of energy, the potential savings could be significant and even small firms should be to save several hundred pounds every year. These savings should not be ignored since they will help the firm lower their overheads and boost profitability. For those business owners who are simply too busy running their firm, then it’s time to speak with experts who do understand how the market works and can find cheaper energy deals and this can be done with just one phone call. All the business owner has to do is hand over a few details – it would help to have their latest energy bill to hand – and after a few minutes a new deal will be sourced and discussed; the process after that is quick and the switchover process can begin.   For more help and information about this, contact the friendly team at D-Energi about switching business gas suppliers, as well as electricity providers, to enjoy cheaper utility bills.