Business gas prices

Most gas suppliers give you a window of between 6-12 months to secure a new contract. Securing a contract with a new supplier in due time, before your contract end date, will help prevent you from paying out of contract rates, also improving the ease of transition between one supplier to another.

Securing a long-term, fixed rate tariff gas contract early could also help protect you from the elements, although it can’t be avoided forever, unfortunately.

We recommend securing a new business gas deal early to avoid disappointment. Switching supplier can provide good savings for your business.

Finding the best business gas quote can be difficult. There are many new suppliers emerging in the market, plus the big six and other established suppliers, making it even harder to evaluate your options.

As no two businesses are the same, all cases should be treated differently. If you attain prices from a business gas comparison website or from a price book, then we’re confident that it’s not the best deal for your company. Find out what affects business gas prices. Average prices of gas and electricity fluctuate – so you could potentially make savings by switching.

So, what is the best way to proceed? If you have the time and negotiating skills, then calling all the suppliers would be the best approach. However, we understand that running a business is time consuming. This is where Utility Bidder comes in! Allow us to negotiate the best gas deal for your business, so you don’t have to.

There are two types of gas meters – digital and dial:

Digital – When reading the meter, go from left to right, ignoring red figures. Also, ignore any zeros and digits after the decimal point.

Dial – Again, when reading a digital meter, go from left to right. If the point is between numbers, then take the lower figure. If this is between 0-9, then take the number nine for the reading.

Ignore red readings.

Learn more about reading your gas meter

You can reduce your usage but, if you’re already paying high rates, your efforts will be counteractive. The alternative is to compare business gas prices, which will require a lot of research.

Alternatively, you can ask Utility Bidder to get immediate pricing from UK gas suppliers, giving you competitive pricing when you look to switch.

Business gas prices are influenced by usage. If your company consumes large amounts of energy, then you can generate efficiencies in the rates that you receive. Business customers usually pay a higher rate of VAT which is around 20%.

Businesses also have to consider climate change levy costs. about your commercial gas supply today.

Brokers and consultants take away the stress of having to compare quotes yourself, as well as securing contracts and resolving any issues away from your business. It gives you peace of mind when searching for gas deals that the paperwork and supplier communication will be predominantly completed for you.

You should be able to find your contract end date on the first page of your statement. However, some suppliers do not always publish this information. If you are having difficulty finding this, contact our gas experts who will be happy to help you gather this information.

If you’re moving premises, your gas contract could potentially be terminated. If Utility Bidder is managing your account, we can advise your business on the correct procedure.

Unlike other contracts that you may be tied into – such as mobile phone contracts – your business utility contract may be terminated if your business ceases trading. Starting a new business, at a new location? Work with Utility Bidder and we’ll make it easy to get the best gas deal. We help thousands of businesses move premises each year, saving them time and money. Whether it’s setting up a new supply from scratch or renegotiating with your existing gas supplier, we’re here to help.

We understand that you can run into many complications when going through a move. It can be stressful enough without worrying about paying too much for your gas. Utility Bidder is here to guide you through the process of getting a new business gas supply set up. We’ll do all we can to make the move easy and as stress free as possible.

With energy prices rising again and suppliers pulling their prices, why is this happening, and what does it mean for consumers?

Find out more about why business gas prices are rising within our guide.

The price of gas has, and will, continue to fluctuate dramatically. There are many influencing factors that contribute to this. But understanding these factors and the way the energy market works is what we do best.

Our experts are able to identify periods where gas prices drop – this is the best time to secure your long-term business contract. We’ll offer you advice on the best time to secure your agreement, with which supplier and how long for. Planning ahead is key when it comes to managing your utilities. Setting up a new contract as early as possible enables you to lock in low prices.

Although, you will need to switch again eventually. This offers your business some essential protection against the inevitable rises and falls in the market.

Looking for a manual? A gas buyers guide? Or a beginners’ guide to switching business gas suppliers in the UK? Speak with our expert team today here.

View a list of the sectors that we specialise in or a list of our suppliers. We also have a number of useful energy and utility guides.

If you’ve got a new business and require commercial gas engineers to audit your site, please do let us know.

Your MPRN number is a unique number that locates and differentiates your meter. MPRN means ‘Meter Point Reference Number’. This can also be referred to as an ‘M’ number or ‘supply number’.

We understand it can be a confusing process trying to switch your gas and electricity when moving into a new home. This guide will help you understand all you need to know about how to switch energy supply when moving into a new home.

It is important to notify your current energy company when you are moving into a new property and finding out who your new energy supplier will be. This is important to remember so that you dont pay too much for your energy bills.

Check out our guide to find out more about the steps you need to take when setting up gas and electricity in your new home.

To find out more, get in touch with your business gas supplier and request a VAT declaration form.