Why is my energy bill so high?
- AM
- Apr 27, 2021
- 1 min read
My energy bill really shot up last month. I don’t feel like I’ve been using any more heating or electricity than usual, so I’m worried I’m being overcharged.
I’ve tried to contact my energy supplier for support, but no one ever seems to answer the phone or respond to my emails. I’ve waited on hold for nearly an hour several times before giving up. What should I do?
Advice:
It’s normal for your energy bills to change depending on the time of year and how much gas and electricity you’re using.
But if your bills seem strangely high, then it’s important to investigate why. Firstly, check your meter is working properly and your usage has definitely not gone up, even accidentally.
Also check what heaters you have and whether you’re using them correctly. Night storage radiators and immersion heaters in particular can cause very high bills if used incorrectly.
There are a few things worth looking into. It could be that your bill is an estimate, in which case you need to give your supplier a new meter reading. If it’s not an estimate, check your last meter reading to see if it matches the one on your bill.
If you still don’t have an answer, your supplier might have raised their prices. In any case, you’re doing the right thing to contact them.
Why not try UW, we are Which award Utility Brand of the year 2020, USwitch Best Meter Reading Services 2021 and USwitch Best Energy Saving Support 2020
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