Switching Supplier in New Home

BusyDee

matelodave wrote: »

If you really haven't a clue then use the average figures of 3500kwh for electricity and about 13500kwh for gas. These will point you in the right direction.

Don't look at the "savings" look at the cost per kwh and the daily standing charge, if they are less than what you are currently paying then you'll save money, if they are more they won't.

Based on the info you get you can work out how much it will cost and what the direct debits should be. You should be reading your meters at least monthly to monitor your consumption, to make sure that your bills are correctly based on accurate readings and not estimates and that your payments are covering your consumption.

Reading meters and doing your own sums isn't rocket science, it's basic maths and it will ensure that you are paying for what you use and won't get any nasty surprises.

Thank you. I went into panic mode because I am sure I heard Martin say you should switch this weekend and I have not had time to look into our usage. I will later today though. Thank you all for your input.

Help is always appreciated.

BD

SoletraderSteve

Get a quote based on property profile, e.g. Flat, 2 Occupants with 1 bedroom. Look at the standing charge and mainly the price per kWh and don't focus on the estimate DD or Personal Projection too much and go with the cheapest rates/best deal that suits you and give regular readings to ensure you are not overpaying or underpaying.