Businesses can switch energy supplier and make a big impact on reducing their overheads and more firms are being encouraged to follow this path. The government and the industry regulator Ofgem want more firms to shop around every year when their energy bills come up for renewal. This is regardless of the business sector they are in and there are some effective ways of comparing energy deals and switching suppliers. The first step is to speak with the current energy supplier to see whether they have any better offers and this will act as a benchmark when it comes to analysing other supplier’s deals. It should also be appreciated that firms can only switch suppliers during a window of opportunity before the contract is renewed. This means the firm will need to understand their current contract because the terms will define when the contract ends and when the client can tell the supplier that they want to switch. Contracts will allow an energy switch to take place The contracts will only allow an energy switch to take place at certain times. However, should a firm not switch suppliers then their contract may be rolled over onto an automatic contract which will probably be costing them more than it needs to. Indeed, these ‘deemed’ contracts are the default for suppliers and the supplier has a legal obligation to inform their clients about other contracts that are available and how their client can find out more. The next step is for the firm to look at their meter readings on a regular basis so they understand what their energy consumption is over a period of time. By using this information, they can ask a supplier to give a bespoke quote which could be a quick win for saving cash. Also, while it’s important that the firm understands its current energy contract, they should also take the time to understand and appreciate the contract being offered by a new energy supplier. They must do this before they sign up and be wary about agreeing to a contract during a telephone conversation. Cheap business energy deals It’s also important that firms appreciate that most cheap business energy deals do not offer them a cooling off period which is a way of canceling the contract within an agreed number of days. By not understanding the contract, means the firm may be stuck with an energy deal that’s not only unsuitable but is more expensive than their current offering. To avoid issues with energy contracts and understanding how to switch energy suppliers efficiently, contact the experts at D-Energi for more help and advice.

With some impressive savings to be had by switching gas and electricity suppliers, means there is a growing demand from firms to explore the market for business energy suppliers. Their first impression may be that the market is complicated with lots of suppliers offering a huge variety of deals, offers, and tariffs. There’s no doubt that this can be a confusing process but it will be time well spent as the firm will, more than likely, save a substantial amount of money. As an indication, the firm should expect to save several hundred pounds, or even several thousands of pounds, depending on their energy needs and future use. On top of this, a new supplier may also encourage an energy audit so that the firm’s consumption of energy can be reduced and the savings will be even greater. How does a firm go about finding business electricity suppliers? So, how does a firm go about finding business electricity suppliers in a keenly fought market with a wide range of suppliers available? One idea is to do a simple Internet search and speak with suppliers separately to see what they have to offer. This is a time-consuming approach and there’s no guarantee that the firm will not be signing up to a deal that is suitable and will not save them as much as they are expecting. They could also use one of the business energy price comparison websites to find a cheaper deal and supplier; while the site will give an indication of the market prices that are available they may not be searching the entire market or indeed every potential supplier. This means that the firm is being restricted in finding a suitable energy deal at great prices. Looking for business gas suppliers However, there is help at hand for those who are looking for business gas suppliers as well as electricity suppliers for their firm’s needs and that is to speak with experts who appreciate how the business energy market works and will have access to the latest deals and offers. It’s also important that when using brokers like this that they appreciate the firm’s current and potential future needs as well. Also, it’s important that firms do not jump onto the first cheap business gas and electricity deal they find since there may be hidden costs and charges which will have an impact and make the deal unattractive.   For more help and advice when it comes to exploring the market for business energy suppliers, speak with the experts at the D-Energi.

It’s one thing finding cheap electricity prices but it is something else completely different to find commercial electricity rates that suit the business’s need. There are a growing number of electricity suppliers to choose from and firms will need to shop around to ensure they get the best deals and tariffs. While a firm can visit various websites and the suppliers themselves, they will need to appreciate that the price being quoted on their website may be rather different to the one quoted when they contact the supplier. The main reason for this is that the supplier will need to tailor their quote to meet the business’s need rather than offering a ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach. Looking for a commercial electricity quote from a supplier This also means that when looking for a commercial electricity quote from a supplier, the firm should be wary and ensure that the tariff being offered meets their current and future requirements. Obviously, the price plans for business electricity and gas will vary depending on the suppliers and the schemes available will also vary. Also, firms will find it more difficult to find a dual fuel deal which is the bundling of gas and electricity since most suppliers will not offer this and will offer each fuel separately. This brings into question the time a firm can spend looking for separate gas and electric suppliers. Finding the best electric prices for a business However, there is a straightforward and time efficient way of finding the best electric prices for a business and that is to contact those who understand how the market works and can find a deal that suits a firm’s needs. The team at D-Energi will appreciate, for instance, the difference between the need for a one-man Internet start-up and the business needs of a retailer with several outlets. In addition, the team can also help with the switchover process which is a seamless transition between suppliers and there’s no loss of supply during the handover. However, a firm can only switch electricity and gas suppliers within a window before their contract comes to an end and they will be unable to break their contract mid-term and their current supplier may lodge an objection for switching but only if the firm owes money on an outstanding bill.   For help and advice about finding commercial electricity rates as well as gas prices, speak with the advisers at the D-Energi who will explain more.

There is a simple solution for any company looking to lower their energy costs and that is to compare business energy suppliers so they spend less on bills. The savings could be significant so it makes sense for a company to either have someone who is dedicated to locating the perfect business energy deal when the firm comes to renew their contract or they can employ specialists who can analyse the whole marketplace and find the supplier offering the best prices. However, for those following the first strategy of having someone responsible will result in them quickly appreciating that the energy marketplace for businesses is a competitive one. Indeed, the firm will also need to know extra details that may help secure a cheaper energy deal and that is to know when their peak periods are and how much the currently pay. Steps to compare business gas and electricity prices There are many organisation who do not know how much they currently pay for their energy needs and have, if they haven’t switched supplier in recent years, probably been moved to a dearer contract – this means the firm should take steps to compare business gas and electricity prices quickly. Firms will also need to appreciate they cannot access duel fuel deals and will, when using an energy price comparison website, and will need to speak with a potential supplier to discuss prices and terms. That’s because a company will need to have their energy deal tailor-made to their requirements and one plus of using a comparison website is that the firm will have an idea of market prices and will be in a better bargaining position as a result. Compare business electricity and gas suppliers In addition, many big users of energy have now switched to using half-hourly metering so it’s easier to compare business electricity and gas suppliers because there is more detailed information to hand. They will also receive more accurate meter readings and their business energy provider will learn precisely when and what the company’s energy needs are. It is not simply a question of comparing business electricity providers since a company can save significant sums by looking to compare business gas providers also. Some company owners could be put off by the search for a better business energy deal and believe this could be a time-consuming and complex procedure which is why it makes sense to make use of specialists to help locate the most effective available deal.   This will mean speaking the team at D-Energi who have the knowledge to help deliver an effective and rewarding way to compare business energy suppliers.