Gas Bills

katie12katie

Not sure if anyone can help.
I registered for my gas with a company about 6/7 years ago when they opened up competition from other companies. I never recieved a bill but had my meter read but no one could tell me who my supplier was (i had forgotten) . I heard nothing until Powergen sent me a bill for over £1000 as they had brought the customers from previouse company. I have been repaying the debt through a card meter for the past 4 years but still owe them shed loads. I can see me having this debt until i'm 100.....is there anything i can do to get out of this debt as paying it in a lump sum is not an option.

Thanks in advance

DUTR

If you have used the energy, then you have to pay for it.
If you can't pay it as a lump sum, then I can only see that you carry on as you are

Former_E.ON_Company_Representative:_Malc

Hi katie

If the debt is valid then it will need re-paying but we may be able to help with the weekly burden.

How much are you currently paying back for the debt each week?

If you're unsure, you can check the meter displays. Keep pressing the button on the front of the meter (it's usually a red button) and the display changes.

On gas meters, there are over 30 different displays. Screen number 26 will show you how much the weekly debt payments are. The card will need to be inserted in the meter to see screen 26.

Depending on the current amount and your circumstances, it may be possible to lower the weekly re-payment rate. For instance, if there's vulnerability at the property.

I know this isn't what you're looking for but give us a call if you think it might help.

Malc

KimYeovil

Welcome to the site. Congratulations - it is great to see that nonagenarians are getting with the money saving spirit. At least I assume you are 98 years old or at least 95. Why would you not be able to pay an interest free loan of £1000 off over two years? Even if you choose to only pay three pounds a week that would only take six years.