Business Electricity
We review your current electricity contract, check what you are actually paying and look at the options available across a range of suppliers. If you have several sites, we bring them together so renewals stop arriving at random times of the year.
Common problems we see
- Rolled onto expensive out-of-contract rates without realising
- Renewal letters arriving after the notice period has passed
- Different end dates across multiple sites
- No idea who to call when a bill looks wrong
What helps us most
- A recent electricity bill (all pages)
- Your current contract, if you have it
Haven't got it to hand? Send what you have — we'll chase the rest.
Also covered
What we can look at
- Single-site and multi-site supply brought onto one review
- Half-hourly and non-half-hourly meters
- Renewals lined up so sites share a common end date
- Bills that look wrong, queried on your behalf
In plain English
What actually makes up a business electricity bill
Electricity pricing has a few moving parts, which is why two similar businesses can be quoted very differently. Don't know your details? Upload your bill and we'll work it out.
Unit rate
What you pay for each unit of electricity you use, shown in pence per kWh. It moves with the wholesale market, your usage, your meter and the length of contract you agree.
Standing charge
A fixed daily amount that applies whether you use anything or not. Some tariffs have a low standing charge and a higher unit rate, and some do the opposite — which is why comparing only one of them is misleading.
Day and night rates
Some contracts charge different rates depending on when the electricity is used. If you run overnight refrigeration, production or late trading hours, this can matter a lot.
Non-half-hourly meters
Most smaller businesses have these. They record what you use without breaking it down through the day, so suppliers estimate the pattern instead.
Half-hourly meters
Larger sites record usage every thirty minutes. That gives a far more accurate picture of demand, and usually opens up different contract structures.
Profile class
A code on your bill telling the supplier what type of supply it is and roughly how it's used. It's one of the things a supplier needs before it can price you properly.
Network charges
Part of your bill pays for the local network that delivers the electricity. These charges vary by region and by when power is used, so location alone can change the price.
Don't know your details? Upload your bill and we'll work it out.
Upload My BillQuestions
Frequently asked
What happens if my contract ends and I do nothing?
Your supply carries on, but the account usually moves onto out-of-contract or deemed rates set by the supplier. These are normally a good deal higher than an agreed contract price, and they stay in place until a new contract is arranged.
What is a rollover contract?
Some agreements renew automatically for a further fixed term if you don't give notice in time. The renewal price is set by the supplier rather than negotiated, which is why the notice date matters as much as the end date.
How early can I renew?
You don't have to wait for the contract to end. Depending on the supplier and meter type, a new agreement can often be arranged well in advance — in many cases up to around twelve months ahead. Reviewing early gives you time to look at options rather than accepting whatever lands in the post.
How long are business contracts usually?
Fixed terms typically run from one to five years. Shorter terms give flexibility; longer terms give budget certainty. The right length depends on how settled the premises are and how comfortable you are with price movement.
Will there be a credit check?
Most suppliers credit check a business before offering a contract. Depending on the result they may offer standard terms, ask for a security deposit, or offer a different contract structure. Newer businesses sometimes have fewer suppliers to choose from.
I only need a short-term supply — is that possible?
Sometimes. Landlords and property managers with vacant or between-tenant units often need shorter or more flexible arrangements. Availability varies by supplier and by market conditions, so it's worth asking rather than assuming.
Does my type of business affect the price?
It can. Some suppliers price differently by sector or by how predictable the usage pattern is. That's one of the reasons it's worth looking at more than one supplier.
In their words
What business owners say about working with us.
Scott and Hilary at Energy Saving Guru have been exceptional throughout. They supported me not only with my business energy contracts, but also with recommendations for business Wi-Fi and a POS card reader. What I valued most was their clarity and steadiness — thoughtful guidance and responsive support at every stage. For any small business owner trying to cut through the noise of the utilities world, I highly recommend Energy Saving Guru.
How the review works
You send the paperwork. We do the reading.
1. Send it over
Upload a bill, or send it by email or WhatsApp.
2. We check it
Rates, charges, dates, notice periods and anything odd.
3. We look at options
Across a range of suppliers and providers, not just one.
4. You decide
A clear summary in plain English. No obligation.
While we're at it
Already reviewing your electricity?
We can check your other business costs at the same time — it's the same phone call and the same free review.
Upload your bills. We'll do the work.
Send whatever you have. We'll read the bills, find the dates and tell you plainly whether anything is worth changing.