Paying a lump sum when usually paying by dd

Hugbubble

Hi

I'm with Scottish Power for electricity, and last year (probably about July time) got clobbered with a massive bill as the amount I was paying monthly obviously wasn't enough (and stupidly I forgot to supply actual readings and it had been going off estimated for about 18 months- I know, me bad).

Anyway, SP increased my monthly DD accordingly, so as to take account of my increased estimated usage and to pay off the arrears.

This isn't a problem as such, but I don't really like being "in debt" to anyone, so wondered if SP would accept it if I phoned up to pay a lump sum off, in addition to my monthly dd?

Any thoughts appreciated

Cardew

I have litlle doubt they would accept a paymet, or just make one by sending a cheque.

On the other hand you have got an interest free loan.

Hugbubble

Cardew wrote: »

I have litlle doubt they would accept a paymet, or just make one by sending a cheque.

On the other hand you have got an interest free loan.

True- I didn't think of it like that. However, I don't want there to be any barriers to getting the best tariff when my fixed price deal with them runs out in a couple of months.

spiro

You either give them the extra money now or later. What does you latest bill say assuming its recent?

beecher2

If you have an online account you can pay a lump sum by card.

macman

Hugbubble wrote: »

True- I didn't think of it like that. However, I don't want there to be any barriers to getting the best tariff when my fixed price deal with them runs out in a couple of months.

It won't make any difference to your tariff options.

jack_spratt_2

Yes you can pay some money into your account ! If you do it by credit card they charge a surcharge I believe but may be wrong . You can defiantly pay by debit card with no surcharge .
Just phone up and they will take it over the phone if you wish