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Advice for Gas & Elec

Hi Everyone

I am considering moving from Scottish Power, they currently provide me with Gas & Electrity.

Over the last 3yrs I have gradually seen my monthly direct debits go up significantly (totally understand that energy prices have gone up too).

I currently live in a four bedroom detached property (traditional 1930's old build). As you can see from the below usage figures, I do use a reasonable amount of energy.

I have recently seen my combined gas and electric monthly direct debit go upto £194 per month.

Gas annual - 1000 units used (2035 last August'08) now 2930


Electric annual - 54711 last August'08 - 61774 = 7000 units for the year

Premier plus dual fuel - no standing charge

Can anyone recommend other utility companies based on my usage?

Notes:
My combi boiler is over 10yrs old
The house generally doesnt insolate very well (even with cavity wall installation) - so heating is on a regularly basis during winter.

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  • Hi Everyone

    I am considering moving from Scottish Power, they currently provide me with Gas & Electrity.

    Over the last 3yrs I have gradually seen my monthly direct debits go up significantly (totally understand that energy prices have gone up too).

    I currently live in a four bedroom detached property (traditional 1930's old build). As you can see from the below usage figures, I do use a reasonable amount of energy.

    I have recently seen my combined gas and electric monthly direct debit go upto £194 per month.

    Gas annual - 1000 units used (2035 last August'08) now 2930


    Electric annual - 54711 last August'08 - 61774 = 7000 units for the year

    Premier plus dual fuel - no standing charge

    Can anyone recommend other utility companies based on my usage?

    Notes:
    My combi boiler is over 10yrs old
    The house generally doesnt insolate very well (even with cavity wall installation) - so heating is on a regularly basis during winter.

    Any comments or advice will be greatly appreciated.
  • cosyc
    cosyc Posts: 345 Forumite
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    Click on the tab at top of this page utilities phone, martin suggests a few sites that compare costs http://www.energyhelpline.com/
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