What Energy Tariff is Best for an Empty Commercial Property?

Do you have a vacant property and don’t want it costing you more than it should?


If you think your property may be unoccupied for over a few months, you should consider switching energy tariffs. Your energy bills may be more expensive than you expected, even when leaving the lights and heating off, as this does not guarantee low energy bills. Not running your heating can also lead to other costly expenses, such as frozen and burst pipes. Therefore, it is crucial to ensure you are choosing the correct energy tariff for your empty property.



What Energy Tariffs are fit for unoccupied properties?


It is vital that energy suppliers receive often updates on meter readings. Therefore, to minimise the work for the owner, it is recommended that you install a smart meter. You can read about meter installations here. Gas Meter Installations



Low/no standing charge


Many energy deals come with a standing charge. A standing charge is where you pay a daily charge to your energy supplier to cover fixed costs of your energy bills, regardless of how much energy you are using. Some energy deals offer no standing charges.


These are ideal for unoccupied properties as the unit charge would be higher, but less energy would be consumed. Therefore, it would be cheaper for unoccupied properties to take a lower or no-standing charge and a higher unit price rather than a higher-standing charge. It must be considered that if your property is occupied, then opting for a lower standing charge and higher unit price will increase your energy bills.


Most property owners assume that completely cutting off the energy will be the cheapest option. However, this will make the property less appealing to potential buyers and could cause long-term damage to the property, which could become more costly.


Instead, turning the heating on every so often can help prevent any long-term damage to the property, keep the property appealing to future potential buyers, and end up the cheaper option in the long run. It may seem unappealing at first glance, but it is the most cost-effective and practical option for your vacant property. No standing charge ensures that you pay only for the energy you use and nothing more. Furthermore, before you choose which energy tariff to go for, research how much power you are expected to use first.



Can I get a Business Energy Tariff for my Unoccupied Property?


Of course! If your business has an empty premise for certain parts of the year, you can also get business energy deals catering to commercial gas and electricity consumption. If you would like a quote on energy tariffs for your vacant property, please enter your details below to get a quote from our expert team.


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