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Energy tariff/fix

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Graphista · 28/07/2025 21:00

Gotta do this or I'll be on a variable rip off type thing.

Low to medium usage but not done a reading for a while, but usage hasn't changed.

Currently with Edf on a fixed tariff, ensure jul25 - at time I fixed shortly after it appeared to have been a mistake but then the base price thing went up and I was glad I did.

A colleague who used to work for energy co says it's the unit price you need to compare - is there anywhere that does this? Most switch places seem to want your latest reads which I don't have a recent one (disabled and one of my meters in a really awkward location been trying to get smart meter fitted for ages they never have appointments!!)

So 4 well 3 days to sort - help!

Currently paying £50 dd and almost £200 in credit

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Graphista · 28/07/2025 21:02

The tariffs Edf offering seem to be min extra £30 a month which I begrudge tbh

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Friendlyuntilitwasnt · 28/07/2025 21:07

Have a look on martin lewis website (or a comparison website).
If your a low user you may be best staying with edf as they have one specifically for low users with reduced (or low) standing charge - I'm not sure but dc1 has just gone onto it. Also I think you'll need a meter reading to move. Are you on the priority service register if your disabled (for water/electric and gas) they may be able to get someone to read your meter/get a smart meter fitted.

dementedpixie · 28/07/2025 21:12

You won't know if your monthly payment is the right amount if you haven't done recent readings so your credit balance may not be what it seems.

Can a friend/relative/neighbour take meter readings for you so that you can make a true comparison with different providers

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Graphista · 28/07/2025 21:12

Yea I'm on priority service. From looking at comparison sites looks like Edf still best bet I'll look at mse and see about that low user tariff

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