Choosing the best deal for your business is crucial when switching energy suppliers. To compare quotes accurately, you will need the following information, which is available on your energy bill:

• • Your supplier name
  • Your monthly payment amount
  • Current energy consumption and unit rate (kWh)
  • Your MPAN number, also known as supplier number

Using these details, you will be able to compare new quotes against your current rate. When you find the right deal for you, it’s easy to switch your business energy!

If you’re moving business premises, there are a number of things you need to do:

• • Contact your energy provider and tell them the date you plan on leaving the premises
  • Provide a final meter reading and keep a copy for your records
  • Leave your Direct Debits in place until your contract has been fully terminated.

When you move to your new business premises it’s important for you to set up a new energy contract as soon as possible to prevent you from being overcharged:

• • • Take meter readings as soon as you move in
    • Request a comparison from us as soon as possible
    • Choose a new supplier and give them your meter readings and confirm the date you moved in

Switching your business energy takes no time at all! Simply start by comparing utility prices, all you have to do is request a quote from us today to get started.
At Auto Energy Services, we’ll handle negotiations between suppliers on your behalf, making the whole process as easy as possible.

Once you’ve found your new, cheaper tariff, it takes between 4 and 6 weeks to complete the switch. We will manage this process for you, so you can put all of your energy back into managing your business.
The transfer is effortless, and your energy will not be cut off as a result of switching. We’ll keep you up-to-date if there are any issues or any further confirmation is needed to make further tracks on your switch. If you have any queries, you can contact your personal Account Manager via the details supplied on your confirmation email.

How much you can save is dependent on how much energy you use. But, on average, businesses with an electricity bill of £2,400pa (consumption below 50,000kWh), can expect to save up to £943 when they switch.

There are currently three common types of electric meters used in businesses. See your meter type below, and how to read it:

Digital meters – Simply read from left to right. If you have an ECO20:20 or Economy 7 meter, you’ll have two sets of numbers – make sure you take note of both readings.

Electronic meters – There are two different types of electronic meters. Meters that show a digital cycle display, where you have to press a button to see the numbers displayed, and meters in which the numbers will be visible at all times. Remember to disregard the red numbers and refer to your previous bill or ask us to find your day and night rates.

Dial meters – Simply read this type of meter from left to right. If the number is between two different digits, always take the lower number. If this is between 9-0 then take the number nine.

Businesses often use a lot more energy than the average household. But it’s not just about overheads. If the power goes off, it impacts your bottom line and your credibility. You need excellent customer service to get problems resolved in record time.

When you compare business energy suppliers, you can find the deals and the customer service you feel will be best for your business, potentially saving you money and headaches.