Should i fix a gas/electricity tariff just before i move house? 13 September 2017 at 9:34PM in LPG, heating oil, solid & other fuels 4 replies 1.4K views

andrew4344

Hi, my gas/electricity tariff fix with npower has just finished - but I'm hesitant to commit to a better pricing tariff with another supplier or npower as i'll be moving house in about 2.5 to 3 months.

So my direct debit has just shot up.

Any advice or thoughts?

Thanks

Ectophile

Does the new fixed tariff have an early exit fee? If so, don't bother. If not, you could sign up if you wanted.

Personally, if I was about to move house, I wouldn't be faffing about switching suppliers. Yes, the fixed deals are cheaper, but the difference over just a few months won't be huge, and it's one less thing to worry about.

dogshome

Sorry - Disagree with the above
We are talking of staying on the Standard tariff for most of the winter months,
it will really cost.

Most suppliers do not charge Exit Fees for house moves - Check it with n'power and get onto cheaper fixed tariff a.s.a.p

nPower

andrew4344 wrote: »

Hi, my gas/electricity tariff fix with npower has just finished - but I'm hesitant to commit to a better pricing tariff with another supplier or npower as i'll be moving house in about 2.5 to 3 months.

So my direct debit has just shot up.

Any advice or thoughts?

Thanks

Hi andrew4344,

Thanks for your message. If you need our help with your account please contact us using the details on our profile page.

Thanks

Jen

Cardinal-Red

I don't see why you shouldn't especially as the process is so simple nowadays.

We did the same thing. No fee for moving house. Was so happy with new supplier we set up a new contract at the new house too. (Be aware though I think it's pretty common that you can't port your deal, but have to set up a new contract... this might mean fixed deals have ended etc.)