Business energy questions about moving premises
Moving premises is where most avoidable energy costs are created. You inherit a deemed rate at the new site, you stay liable at the old one until you tell the supplier, and both are fixed by a couple of emails and a meter reading on the day.
Last reviewed 2 September 2026 by Utilities Made Simple · independent, whole-of-market, supplier-paid — how we are paid
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- Who supplies the energy at premises I've just moved into?Whoever supplied the previous occupier — and from the day you take occupation you are their customer on a deemed contract, at rates that commonly run 35–45p per kWh for electricity.
- What is a change of tenancy and how do I do one?It is the process that moves liability for a meter from one occupier to another on a specified date.
- Am I liable for the previous tenant's energy debt?No.
- Can I transfer my energy contract to new premises?Not directly — a contract belongs to the meter, so it does not travel with you.
- Do I need to tell my energy supplier I'm leaving the premises?Yes, and in writing.
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