Most energy companies serve domestic as well as business customers. Whether it is British gas, Eon, EDF, Scottish Power, or any other company, they are sure to have different tariffs for households and commercial properties.
Whether it is business gas or electricity, when it comes to commercial energy tariffs, there is usually little difference in prices. But even a small difference can be significant when it comes to using energy on a large scale. It is therefore advisable to compare different providers and the plans they offer.
Customer demand can drive the market place to be more competitive and offer better prices. A demanding business energy clientele is a factor that can help commercial energy prices become more competitive.
Most commercial energy contracts are long term, and a minimum of one year, so if you're on contract this year, make sure you check all the options out there and choose the best one before you renew.
To avoid being placed on a roll over contract, it is important to confirm this with your provider, as companies often place commercial customers on rolling contracts, and once the contract has been renewed it becomes necessary to wait another year.