Changing energy provider in new home

Shanksy83

Hi there! Longer time lurker.

So, I've just Moved in to a new flat where the previous provider for the last tenant was edf. I'm looking to make the most of a cashback offer from quidco etc. when Deciding which supplier to go with. I currently have a letter from edf asking to contact them regarding the energy used in the interim period of me taking over the lease and moving in.

My question is. If I want to go with a different supplier should I first sign up with edf then switch, or can I sign up with a different supplier who will notify edf who will then give me a bill for the outstanding amount.

I did a trial run with British gas online and they wanted to know exact details of what plan I am currently on. As I've just moved in I don't know and seeing as to get the cashback I should sign on online I don't want to arrange it over the phone.

Any advice please?

Mike

Terrylw1

You enter into a Deemed contract with the current supplier to the property from the day you become the owner or the date a tenancy agreement starts.

Just checkout the EDF tariffs to ensure you get the best rates until you leave hut be wary of any early termination charges.

macman

As above, you can't switch away from EDF until you have registered for an account with them.
Once that's done, you can commence a switch, which will take 4-5 weeks.