British Gas Energy
British Gas is the UK's largest energy supplier for
both electricity and gas or both together as a dual fuel option. They are owned by Centrica Limited
and have millions of customers around the UK. You can find out how much you can save with one of
British Gas's tariffs by going directly to their website or by using a price comparison website. All the
price options will be the same for your postcode no matter what service you use.
Electricity and Gas Tariffs
British Gas has many options to choose from which start from their standard tariff and are generally available whether you choose electric only supply, gas only or a dual fuel product. British Gas has many deals and offers and the main one they promote is their websaver product which provides a discount off standard tariff for a fixed period of time. Here are a list of their main tariffs just click on a link for further information:
- British Gas standard tariff
- British Gas websaver 7
- British Gas energy smart
- British Gas online saver 2
- British Gas future energy
All of these products can be purchased online directly via their website.
Switching to a British Gas Tariff
If you have found that either you are currently on a British Gas standard tariff (meaning you are paying the highest prices they offer) or you want to switch from your current provider then it is a lot easier than you think.
All you need do is to sign up to the tariff of your choice and once British Gas have your details they will make all the necessary arrangement to place you on your new rates and prices and terminate the contract with your current supplier. You'll get a notification to take a meter reading for the transfer of the contract and everything else is managed by British Gas. There will also be no interuption in your supply.
Managing Your Account Online
These days most utility companies allow you to manage your account online and for some tariff prices you must manage your account online. So what does this mean ? Overall it means you won't get another paper bill but an email when it is due. Then you can go to your online account and see the details of the bill rather like if you had it right in front of you. You can also enter your own meter readings which means your bills will always be accurate and not estimated. This puts you totally in control.
More Discounts from British Gas
The two main piece of advice anyone in the energy sector will tell you is :
- Not to be on standard tariff as these prices are the highest for every energy company
- Pay by monthly direct debit as there are always good discounts to be had
If you are on a standard British Gas tariff and pay when you receive the bill either by cheque or perhaps down the Post Office, simply by switching to their discounted tariff and choosing to pay by fixed monthly direct debit can save you 10-15% just by doing that so it's worth choosing these options and to manage your account online.