Time to Switch Supplier?

[E.ON Company Rep: Malc]

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wld such a meter 'replacement' be free, or at charge?

 

Sorry Ford. Missed this question.

 

Our customers with the older three rate Economy 10 or Heatwise meters are being given the option of having a two rate Economy 10, Economy 7 or single rate meter. Whichever option they choose, these meter exchanges are free of charge. Given the way these meters are wired in to the dedicated heating circuits, there might be some electrical work needed.It depends on the individual circumstances and any associated costs would be down to the customer.

 

To flesh this out a bit, Economy 10 meters are fitted in the same way as the existing related meter. It would be wired in to the relevant circuits as now so the storage heaters/electricity water immersion heaters can be used in the same way. They give 10 hours of off peak electricity for all usage as I mentioned above. There's little difference between these new two rate Economy 10 meters and the older three rate or Heatwise meters and any extra costs of a qualified electrician will be minimal if at all. As I say, it depends on the individual circumstances. Like now, we've only the one tariff available for this type of meter.

 

The more conventional single rate or Economy 7 meters have more tariff options both with us and with the other suppliers. They may not, though, suit the current heating set ups at individual homes and that's why I recommend customers talk to a qualified electrician before going down this route. There may be some re-wiring needed to make sure the heating/hot water isn't affected.

 

Economy 7 meters have often been used with electric storage heaters but with these meters all 7 off peak hours are in one block at night. Storage heaters are insulated boxes containing bricks with electric elements running through them. They charge up during the cheaper off peak times. The bricks retain the heat which is then gradually released throughout the day. A common complaint with storage heaters is a tendency to leak heat and to cool down too early. This is where Economy 10 comes in. As well as the night off peak period, Economy 10 meters charge up in the afternoon and evening. This 'tops up' the stored heat and helps properties stay warm throughout the day.

 

Hope this helps Ford. Let me know if you need any more information as happy to help.

 

Have a good weekend.

 

Malc

[Guest]

cheers.

[E.ON Company Rep: Malc]

cheers.

 

 

You're welcome Ford. Let me know if you need any more information or details about these meters. Happy to help.

 

Malc

[Guest]

will do.

 

re price increases, EDF increasing some prices again within 6 mths!

ofgem, where are you...

see, once one increases (was it npower?) without intervention, then the rest will follow.

ofgem = self regulation = so as to avoid statutory regulation. is it working? ofgem apparently says no it's not.