UK SMEs overpay millions on electricity annually. With no price cap protection, comparing suppliers is your only defense against rollover tariff traps and volatile rates.
Contact Us| Feature | Business Electricity | Domestic Electricity |
|---|---|---|
| Price Cap Protection | ❌ No Protection | ✅ Ofgem Price Cap |
| Negotiated Rates | ✅ Yes, Especially for SMEs | Rarely Available |
| Contract Length | 1–5 Years (Flexible) | 1–2 Years (Limited) |
| Rollover Risk | High (30-80% Increases) | Low (Protected) |
| Unit Rate Volatility | Very High | Moderate |
| Business Type | Annual Electricity Cost | Rollover Penalty Risk |
|---|---|---|
| Home Office Sole Trader / Remote |
£400 – £900 | Can double |
| Small Retail Shop Lighting / Till / HVAC |
£1,200 – £2,500 | +£1,000+ |
| Café / Takeaway Cooking / Refrigeration |
£2,000 – £4,500 | +£2,000+ |
| Small Office (5-10 staff) Computers / Servers / Lighting |
£2,500 – £5,000 | +£2,500+ |
| High-Usage SME Manufacturing / Workshop3-PHASE |
£6,000+ | +£3,000+ |
If you don't switch before your contract ends: You're automatically moved to expensive "deemed" or "rollover" electricity rates. Unit rates can increase 30-80% overnight. Many businesses overpay for years without realizing. Electricity suppliers have no obligation to warn you about better rates.
Higher rates, easier to exit. Ideal if expecting major changes.
Optimal price-security balance. Recommended for stability.
Lowest rates, least flexible. Best for high-usage businesses.
The most important factor. A 3p/kWh difference can save £1,200+ annually for medium businesses.
Locked rates protect against wholesale market volatility and enable accurate budgeting.
2-3 year contracts typically offer the best balance of price security and flexibility.
Ignore headline "cheap" offers. Compare total annual cost including standing charges and unit rates.
Required for heavy machinery, commercial refrigeration, and manufacturing. Fewer suppliers, but major savings possible with specialist comparison.
In 2026, renewable tariffs often match standard pricing. Fixed green deals provide both sustainability and price stability.
Enable half-hourly billing and energy monitoring, but fixed pricing remains safest for most SMEs.
Business postcode, current supplier, contract end date, and annual kWh usage. Estimates work if exact data unavailable.
Focus on total annual cost, not just unit rates. Include standing charges, contract length, and exit fees.
Choose a fixed-term contract matching your needs. New supplier handles the switch seamlessly in 2-4 weeks.
Micro-businesses save £300–£700 | Small shops/offices save £800–£2,000 | High-usage SMEs save £3,000+
Compare genuine business electricity deals in minutes. Avoid rollover traps, secure fixed rates, and protect your profit margins.
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