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Business electricity and gas quotes from UK suppliers, laid out by unit rate, standing charge and total annual cost — so the cheapest-looking deal and the cheapest deal are never confused.
From a single shop on a standard meter to half-hourly sites with high daytime demand. Quotes are based on your actual consumption, not a guess.
YOU’LL NEED: MPAN (13-digit core on your bill), annual kWh, contract end date
Business electricity in detail →Kitchens, boilers, process heat. Gas contracts are priced mainly on annual usage, so an accurate reading makes a real difference.
YOU’LL NEED: MPRN (6–10 digits), annual kWh, contract end date
Business gas in detail →What sets your price
Wholesale cost is one slice. Network charges, government levies and the supplier’s costs sit on top — we explain each one on your quote.
ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY — PROPORTIONS VARY BY SITE, METER AND CONTRACT.
What the supplier pays for your power or gas. It moves daily, which is why quotes are only valid for a short time.
The cost of moving energy through the grid to your premises. Varies by region and meter type.
Government schemes and the Climate Change Levy, set nationally and updated each April.
Operating costs and margin. The part that really varies between quotes — which is why comparing matters.
Business energy contract types
| Contract | How the price works | Suits | Watch for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed | Unit rate and standing charge locked for the term, typically 1–5 years. | Most small and medium businesses that want a predictable bill. | Exit fees if you leave early; renewal notice windows. |
| Flexible | Energy bought in blocks over time, tracking the wholesale market. | Larger and multi-site users comfortable with some risk. | Budget uncertainty; needs active management. |
| Green / renewable | Fixed or flexible, with electricity matched to certified renewable generation. | Businesses reporting on carbon or bidding for contracts with ESG criteria. | Check what’s actually backed — not every “green” tariff is equal. |
| Out-of-contract / deemed | Default prices applied when a contract ends or you move in without one. | Nobody, for long. | Usually higher than a negotiated rate. |
Meter types
The standard business meter. Priced on annual usage with a single or day/night rate.
Records use every 30 minutes. Pricing reflects when you use power, not just how much.
Cheaper night units. Worth it only if a big share of your use is genuinely overnight.
Automatic readings, no estimated bills, and better data to price your contract on.
30-second check
Ofgem gives microbusinesses extra protections — clearer contract terms and rules on renewals and back-billing. Answer four questions to see where you stand.
BASED ON OFGEM’S MICROBUSINESS DEFINITION. A GUIDE, NOT LEGAL ADVICE.
Answer the questions above to see your result.
Get your quote
We’ll come back with quotes and explain each one: unit rates, standing charges, contract length, start date and any conditions. Nothing is agreed until you say so.
Business energy FAQs
Once a supplier accepts your contract, the switch is handled between suppliers. Most new contracts are agreed in advance to start the day your current one ends, so there’s no gap in supply.
No. The same cables and pipes deliver your energy. Only the company that bills you changes.
It’s the default price a supplier charges when there’s no agreed contract — for example when your fixed term ends, or you move into premises without one. It’s usually higher than a negotiated rate.
Yes. Your postcode, meter serial or supply number and a rough monthly spend are enough to start. A bill makes the quote more accurate.
Not necessarily. Business energy contracts don’t carry a general cooling-off period. Once a supplier accepts your contract it may be binding, so check the terms — we’ll walk you through them before you agree.
We don’t currently charge customers fees or receive commission from energy suppliers. Read more.
