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WE COMPARE A VETTED PANEL OF 20+ UK BUSINESS ENERGY SUPPLIERS

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WHY SWITCH BUSINESS ENERGY SUPPLIERS? 

Energy is essential to the smooth operation of any business - this does not mean
companies should overpay for gas and electricity. Despite being a little more
complicated than domestic switching, the business energy market has become much
more accessible when finding cheaper business energy deals. 

Despite the turbulent energy market, business owners have switched their
mindsets to energy efficiency and finding business energy deals at manageable
costs before the wholesale market increases. 

On average, our business energy customers save up to £1,067 on their renewal. 

We do this through a long history of commercial relationships built with some of
the UK’s top business energy suppliers so that Energy Helpline customers can
switch with confidence. You can compare a range of business energy prices from
our panel of trusted suppliers in just 60 seconds. There’s no obligation to
switch with us. 


GET A BUSINESS ENERGY QUOTE IN MINUTES

1

Enter your business address and smart data will find your gas and electricity
meter details.

2

View business energy prices online and select your deal.

3

If you decide to switch, we take care of all the hard work.


HOW MUCH DOES BUSINESS ENERGY COST? 

As every business is unique, getting a true picture of how much your business
energy bills should be is quite difficult. Business energy suppliers will charge
different rates based on a variety of factors including location, consumption
levels and even industry. 

However, every quarter the UK Government release averages for business gas and
electricity prices by size in the UK. Here are the latest figures available from
Q4 of 2021.

Business Size 

Gas Prices per kWh 

Electricity Prices per kWh 

Very Small

5.34p

18.84p

Small

3.95p

18.89p

Medium

4.51p

17.22p

Large

3.69p

17.44p

Very Large

4.11p

17.22p

Average

4.18p

17.73p


CONSIDERATIONS WHEN SWITCH BUSINESS ENERGY SUPPLIER 

Switching business energy is different from domestic switches. This means that
business energy suppliers do not offer dual fuel deals. UK companies must switch
their gas and electricity separately - there are several benefits to this but it
does mean extra admin and renewal dates to remember. 

Many of our customers switch their gas and electricity at the same time and fix
the rates for the same number of years. This is a way to streamline the process
to make things a little easier - we also take care of all the admin on the
business’s behalf when they switch through our comparison service. 

Our expert energy team will keep you updated on the progress of your switch via
our online tracker. Ready to compare business energy prices? Click here to start
saving today. 

HOW ARE BUSINESS ENERGY PRICES CALCULATED? 

Understanding how the market operates can help you secure better business energy
rates. The main indicator of a great time to switch is when wholesale energy
prices dip. Each business energy supplier will closely monitor market activity
and adjust unit pricing accordingly. However, many other factors come into play
including annual consumption, location of the business premises and meter type. 

A business operating mostly in the evenings and weekends may benefit from
Economy 7 & 10 meters - whilst larger companies may require a half-hourly meter
if they have a peak load electricity usage of 100kw and above. 

Before committing to a long-term business energy contract it’s worth taking some
time to evaluate how and when your business uses its energy. 

WHAT BUSINESS ENERGY TARIFFS ARE AVAILABLE? 

Here are the main business energy tariffs widely available in the UK: 


 * FIXED-RATE GAS TARIFF
   
   A fixed-rate tariff is an agreed price you pay per kWh of gas used. These
   types of business energy tariffs do not mean you pay exactly what your quote
   comes back as annually - as the usage may change throughout the year. The
   amount you pay per unit of gas and electricity will remain fixed. Many
   companies prefer a fixed-rate tariff as they offer security and predictable
   outgoings that are friendly to budgeting activities. 


 * VARIABLE-RATE GAS TARIFF
   
   Variable gas rates offer flexibility in times of higher wholesale gas prices.
   The price per unit of gas and electricity may regularly change. Many
   companies chose to stay on variable-rate tariffs until they can secure
   cheaper fixed rates to reduce business energy bills. 


 * NO STANDING CHARGE TARIFF
   
   On the surface, no standing charge tariffs look very attractive. In some
   circumstances, such as a seasonal business may benefit from this type of
   contract. However, an energy supplier often compensates for no standing
   charge with higher business energy rates. 


 * DEEMED-RATE GAS TARIFF
   
   Deemed-rate gas tariffs operate on 28-day rolling terms. Customers are placed
   on this if a new business gas contract has not been agreed upon. These are
   often very expensive gas rates and ideally should be avoided. 


 * GREEN BUSINESS GAS TARIFF
   
   Many business owners are starting to take steps toward becoming more
   sustainable. The first step for many businesses is to opt for a green energy
   tariff. Some companies may be able to benefit from reduced CCL (Climate
   Change Levy) rates if they are more carbon friendly. 


MANAGING YOUR BUSINESS ENERGY COSTS

1

Secure gas and electricity prices up to 12 months before your business energy
contract ends. This protects your business from wholesale energy price
fluctuations.  

2

Ensuring you’re on the correct energy tariffs can save you £100s. If your
fixed-rate contract ends, business energy suppliers will place you on expensive
out-of-contract rates.

3

Auditing your business energy use ensures that your commercial energy bill isn’t
more than it should be. An audit can assess everything that affects energy usage
and efficiency.

Our expert energy team will keep you updated on the progress of your switch via
our online tracker. Ready to compare business energy rates? Click here to start
saving today. 


BUSINESS ENERGY FOR LARGE BUSINESSES 

Business energy suppliers can tailor tariffs to meet the needs of larger
consumption businesses. It can be difficult to reduce business energy bills in a
larger organisation, so it is important to obtain a structured tariff bespoke to
your business. 

We have a team dedicated to finding bespoke business energy tariffs to meet
commercial needs and creating structured data and analysis to help your company
become more energy efficient. 


WHY SWITCH WITH ENERGY HELPLINE? 

Our mission is to help our customers save as much money as possible on their
business energy and other utilities. We understand that rising energy costs
cause many problems for growing businesses and it has never been more important
to ensure you’re never overpaying for your business energy.

We only work with trusted business energy suppliers so that when your switch
your gas and electricity supply with us, you know things will go smoothly and
you can continue to operate your business without worrying about the switching
process. Our comparison tool is free to use and our costs are built into the
energy tariffs.

Once you switch business energy suppliers with us, we will make sure you’re
never paying more than you should be again. Our expert energy team will be in
touch when your renewal window opens to help you find another great deal -
taking away all the admin of business utility management. 

Our expert energy team will keep you updated on the progress of your switch via
our online tracker. Ready to compare business energy suppliers? Click here to
start saving today. 


FAQS


 * WHY COMPARE BUSINESS ENERGY
   
   Energy rates are always changing. And there are many reasons why. Aside from
   the usual rise in wholesale prices - often driven by an increase in demand -
   higher transportation costs, unrest in oil-rich countries, and even a
   particularly cold UK winter can all contribute to sudden price hikes.
   
   The only way to protect your business against these rate rises is to sign up
   to a fixed rate energy deal. This means your rates will locked in for the
   duration of the deal, regardless of how much prices increase across the
   market.
   
   And the only way to make sure your business is on the best deal is to compare
   deals from a range of suppliers. But business energy comparison can be
   time-consuming, as you need to ring around each to get individual quotes for
   gas and electricity.
   
   That's why it makes sense to switch with Energy Helpline. Our energy experts
   take all the hassle out of business energy comparison by quickly comparing
   what's on offer from a range of trusted UK suppliers.
   
   To see how much you could save, provide your postcode at the top and we'll
   use smart data to find your energy details then
   
   
   WHY SHOULD I SWITCH BUSINESS ENERGY WITH ENERGY HELPLINE?
   
    * We use smart tech and human expertise to get you great deals - We cut the
      time it takes to compare energy by using smart data to match your business
      with the best deals. When you've chosen the quote you like, we'll handle
      the switch to save you time and hassle.
   
    * We use a vetted panel of trusted UK energy suppliers - We only work with
      suppliers that offer great rates alongside superb customer service, to
      make sure you get value for money and complete peace of mind.
   
    * We have a UK-based customer service team - We know business owners are
      always busy. That's why our energy experts are available outside of
      'normal' office hours to answer any questions you might have before,
      during and after the switch.
   
   We've helped hundreds of business owners save time and money that can be put
   straight back into their business. And we want to do the same for you. Check
   out our 'Excellent' reviews on Trustpilot.


 * HOW SWITCHING BUSINESS ENERGY WORKS
   
    1. Tell us your business address online and we use smart data to find your
       meter details.
    2. On a short call, one of our UK-based experts will present the best deals
       for your business.
    3. When you choose your energy deal, we'll take care of the rest and update
       you along the way.
   
   
   WHAT DO I NEED TO SWITCH MY BUSINESS ENERGY SUPPLIER?
   
   When you switch business energy with Energy Helpline, we only need your
   postcode and business name to get started.
   
   With your permission, we use smart data to find the name of your current
   supplier and meter numbers.
   
   It helps if you can give us an idea of how much energy you use - by giving us
   either of your monthly or annual usage or spend - and let us know whether
   you're currently out of contract. But don't worry, we can still compare rates
   even if you don't have this information to hand.
   
   Once you've seen the quotes and chosen the deal you like best, we'll take
   care of the switch for you. We'll even look after your renewals to make sure
   you never overpay for energy again.
   
   
   HOW DOES BUSINESS ENERGY DIFFER FROM A HOME ENERGY CONTRACT?
   
   Although it all comes from the same sources, and the same suppliers in some
   cases, there are many differences between the way business and domestic
   energy is sold. That's why switching business energy isn't quite as
   straightforward as switching home energy.
   
   Contract terms are one of the main differences between the two. While you're
   free to switch from a fixed rate domestic energy at any time you like
   (subject to an early exit fee unless your deal is in its last 49 days),
   business energy deals don't offer this flexibility.
   
   Although you can start comparing business energy and sign up to a new deal as
   soon as your switching window opens (any time between one and six months
   before your contract's end date), the switch won't actually take place until
   your current deal ends.
   
   Tariff types are also very different. Whereas you can choose your home energy
   deal from a range of 'off the shelf' tariffs, business energy contracts are
   more bespoke. Although this means the comparison process is a bit more
   involved, it does mean that your energy deal should perfectly fit both the
   needs and budget of your business.
   
   This tailored service is the main reason why switching business energy can be
   a hassle, and the exact reason why you should leave business energy
   comparison to our team of experts.
   
   To find the best deal for your business, call us now on 01204 916 135 or give
   us your postcode and we'll give you a call back.


 * WHEN CAN I SWITCH BUSINESS ENERGY SUPPLIER?
   
   Commercial energy supplies generally come under a contract, which will
   automatically renew each year. If you want to change supplier, you need to
   give your current supplier a minimum of four weeks' notice. For more details
   see the ‘What do I need to do to change supplier?’ section below. However, if
   you are new to the premises then you won't automatically be placed in a
   contract, so you are free to find a new contract when you wish. We recommend
   that you do this as soon as possible because most suppliers charge high "out
   of contract" rates If you are not sure of your business energy contract
   status please contact our team and we can assist you


 * WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO CHANGE SUPPLIER?
   
   After you've spoken to us, the only thing you need to do is give termination
   notice to your current business energy supplier in writing, but don't worry -
   we've created templates of the letters – our energy advisor will assist you
   in the process. Giving sufficient termination notice will allow you to leave
   your contract. Then all you need to do is sign the contract with your new
   supplier, and we will do the rest.


 * WHAT IS A STANDING CHARGE?
   
   A Standing Charge is a daily fee set by the supplier. This is separate to
   Unit Rate. Standing Charges have risen over the last few years, but are
   typically less than 60p per day.


 * WHAT IS KWH (KILOWATT HOUR)?
   
   kWh is a measurement which equates to how much energy you’re using. Energy
   suppliers will charge an amount of money for each kWh unit rate you use for
   both gas and electricity. 
   
    
   
   The price that energy suppliers charge depends on your contract and market
   conditions. For example, an energy supplier may charge 12p per kWh of
   electricity you use.


 * CAN I GET A DUAL FUEL CONTRACT?
   
   Business energy suppliers do not offer dual fuel tariffs. However, you can
   have the same energy supplier for both gas and electricity to your premises
   but you will have separate contracts. 


 * HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO SWITCH BUSINESS ENERGY?
   
   Once you have chosen a gas and electricity tariff best suited to you and have
   started the switching process, it will take around 4 to 6 weeks until your
   new contract goes live (unless you’re locking in future prices before your
   contract end date). You will need to switch your gas and electricity
   separately. 
   
   Our expert energy team will keep you updated on the progress of your switch
   via our online tracker. Ready to compare business energy quotes? Click here
   to start saving today. 

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