In flat but getting house next week. Energy providers.

gcamac

Hey all,

We currently rent a flat, but we're moving into our new build house next week (exciting!). However, we're going to continue renting the flat for an extra month while we do the move to the new house during that time.

We are currently with EON Energy for the flat on a variable tariff.

We will want to have gas and electricity right away in the house also in about 7 days time.

So the question is, how should I do this. Should I sign up with a different provider for the house and have that going at the same time as the current one for the flat?

I used the comparison tool, and I just used the same kWh figures for the flat even though it is a house we're moving to. Looked like Sainbury's Energy was cheapest, but I'm unsure how to capitalise on the deal they gave. Do I need to sign up with them via the money supermarket links etc from here in order to get the deal, or can I just phone and ask for it?

I presume I could then just cancel the EON for the flat once we're out.

I think taking a different provider makes sense for the house based on the figures, and it's just a case of take one and cancel the other when done, rather than try to set up any switching etc due to the multiple residences?

Thanks.

Owain_Moneysaver

The builders should have connected gas and electricity meters and there will be a deemed supplier. You will have to use these from moving-in and can arrange to switch supplier later if you want.

gcamac

Owain_Moneysaver wrote: »

The builders should have connected gas and electricity meters and there will be a deemed supplier. You will have to use these from moving-in and can arrange to switch supplier later if you want.

Ah, I didn't realise that. That makes things simpler. Thanks.

Will my current supplier for the flat put up a fight when I try to terminate with them? I guess I'll need to give them a call and just go through it.

JJ_Egan

No fight only termination charges if you are still in contract .
But ask them for a price anyway .

System

JJ_Egan wrote: »

No fight only termination charges if you are still in contract .
But ask them for a price anyway .

Suppliers do not normally charge exit fees for a house move. You should check terms and conditions for how much notice is required. Ring them on the day that your tenancy ends with actual meter readings.

Just found this:


What should I do about my suppliers before I move?

You need to give your supplier at least two days notice before you move. Your supplier will then arrange for a meter reading to be taken or, more likely, ask you to give them the meter reading yourself. This will be used to calculate your final bill and to open new accounts in the name of the new occupier of the premises.

Do I incur any charges if I am moving house?

No. You need to give your existing supplier at least two days’ notice of your move. Other than that, you will not incur any penalties for early contract termination in these circumstances.

E.ON_Company_Representative:_Helena

Good morning gcamac,

Owain Moneysaver is spot on, the new house will have a supplier already and once you're responsible and use the energy you'll be in a deemed contract with them, let them know you've moved in and provide your reads etc.

Once you're no longer responsible for the flat, you can just contact us with your final meter reads and forwarding address and we'll close your account for you and send you a final bill.

You can let us know by using the moving home form online, if that makes it easier for you.

Good luck with the move.

Helena