Top Tips on Finding the Cheapest Business Gas Supplier

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by: Glenn Tucker
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Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2011 Time: 6:44 AM
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Businesses around the country are attempting to cut costs at every turn, as the recession has challenged many industries and all too many companies are forced into recession or making redundancies. These are outcomes that everyone wants to avoid, so saving money where possible must be factored into decisions made by businesses.

One way to save money is to look at the amount spent on utilities and try to reduce this. There are a number of ways in which to reduce these costs, and you will be pleased you did when you see a significant reduction in your bills over time.

Duel Fuel deals

By obtaining your gas and electricity from the same provider, you are likely to be offered a discount, so look into offers such as these, which may be advertised online, to ensure you're getting value for money on all your energy expenses.

Switch to a high efficiency boiler

By switching to a high efficiency boiler, you will save up to a third on your heating bills and even more if you upgrade to modern controls too. It is important to choose the correct heating system with a condensing boiler and correct heating controls; these can make a huge difference over time.

If you're wondering whether your business boiler needs to be replaced, keep in mind that if it's over 15 years old, your energy would be reduced by replacing with a modern more efficient version.

Comparison sites

There are many gas price comparison sites available on the internet which will allow you to select the cheapest provider, and make sure you are getting the best value for money. Many people are put off changing gas supplier because they think it will be complicated and a long winded process. In fact, switching your gas supplier is not complicated and does not cost you anything.

Your new gas supplier uses the same meters, supply lines and wires as the old supplier. The only change you will notice is the name of your new cheaper gas supplier on your bill and the cheaper gas prices you are paying.

If your current gas supplier is too expensive or if you think that their customer service is poor, you're free to move to a new gas supplier, for many it is a good option and you should be aware that you are in no way committed to staying with your current provider.

Insulate

When it comes to saving energy, particularly heating energy, a key tip is to insulate - the hot water tank, the hot water pipes, and even the walls. Lofts and cavity walls should always be insulated, there are even Government grants to assist with the funding of this - as the Government are keen to help protect the environment, which this will allow.

Double glazing is a further insulation to trap heat and reduce energy waste - always ensure your office is running as efficiently as possible by implementing these measures and saving money on your gas usage.

About the Author

Glenn Tucker from the UK writes exclusively for the Energy industry. Glenn often provides online reviews, news stories and articles on subjects such as, business electricity prices and business gas.