Setting up energy
What this guide is for
Setting up energy bills when you move
Energy bills in the UK are based on consumption, and you don’t want to end up paying for someone else’s usage. That’s why it’s important to let the current energy supplier know you’re moving, even if you want to switch suppliers in future.
Let the current supplier at your new home know your move in dates, opening meter readings and your contact details so you can open an account from the date you become responsible for the property.
If you’re not sure who the current supplier is, or if you want to save time, our utility set up service can handle everything in one short call, alongside setting up all your other utilities.
Preparation
Getting started
How to switch energy tariff
Types of energy tariffs
What tariffs are there?
When you move into a new home, your energy supplier will usually place you on a default tariff automatically. In most cases this is a Standard Variable Tariff (SVT), which means your prices can change over time and are linked to the UK energy market. If you do nothing, you may stay on this tariff until you actively choose another deal.
In the UK there are several main types of domestic energy tariff:
Standard Variable Tariff (SVT)
Fixed Tariff
Time-of-use Tariff, such as Economy 7 or EV tariffs
Prepayment Tariff
Choosing a tariff