Instead of being restricted to buying from regional water companies for retail water services, eligible businesses, charities, and public sector customers now have complete freedom in their choice of supplier. This is only true for businesses and organisations in England (things are different in Wales, see here). Water is officially Open for business, with Open […]
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In opening the water market and giving us the option to chose our own supplier, many businesses have been left confused, unaware of what their options are, and find themselves overpaying for their supply as a result. While it is a necessity to have consistent water flow through your business, many are paying above and
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Business in Scotland and England no longer need to settle for a water supplier that they do not think suits them. Before April 2017, businesses were expected to suffer in silence and take what they were given to keep themselves running. Now, since we have deregulated the water market, businesses all over England have the
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Understanding the Different Types of Charges on your Water Bill Water bills are made up of more than just charges for water use – they also include charges for sewerage. In some cases, there will also be charges included for use and installation of infrastructure. There are many licensed water providers in the UK to
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It’s a shame that you’ve found yourself in a position where you aren’t happy with your energy or water supplier, but it is important you find a way to make it better. Suppliers will have a specific procedure in place on their website to facilitate your complaint, it will generally be one of these: Telephone
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Protecting water pipes in your buildings from freezing is a priority as winter temperatures regularly fall below zero. Frozen pipes can lead to them potentially bursting, and we want to avoid that happening if we can. Whilst nothing can guarantee you won’t experience a water pipe emergency, in this guide, you will find tips on
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A water audit has the potential to give you greater knowledge and control over your water accounts through identifying savings and efficiencies. The first thing Energy Solutions will do when we work with you is to carry out a desktop water audit; this compares your water use (including how much) to how much you are
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Following the deregulation of the Scottish market in April of 2008, businesses are now able to choose their own water supplier. Households are not affected by this; your personal home should still be paying for Scottish Water’s input alongside your Council Tax, but before 2008, The Scottish Water Business Stream held monopoly over the countries
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