Do you think you are paying too much for your energy bills but you do not know how to change that? Niccolo Gas can help.
We have a good understanding of what charges are included in energy bills and we want to help you make sure you only pay for the energy you actually consume.
If you opt for our bill validation services, we will analyse your utility bills and identify any mistakes. We will then explain to you in detail what you are paying for each month and we will determine whether you are being overcharged. If that is the case, we will help you address this issue with your supplier.
What exactly is Bill Validation?
So you have heard the term Bill Validation before but you are not sure what it means?
You have come to the right place. Bill Validation refers to services intended to ensure that energy customers are billed only for the energy they use and are paying the rates they agreed to. Bill Validation is done by analysing previous energy bills and comparing them with the energy contract that a customer had signed, as well as with their average energy consumption.
Bill Validation can make a big difference to how much you spend on energy bills.
What does Niccolo Gas’s Bill Validation service include?
If you choose us to do your Bill Validation for you, our expert staff will review all of your gas and electricity bills. They will take into consideration all the charges, utility contracts, and meter readings. Based on this information they will be able to tell you whether your supplier has been billing you correctly.
Should it turn out that you have been paying too much, we will tell you what you should do to resolve this problem. We will regularly communicate with your supplier to make sure they are aware of their mistakes.
Our energy experts can also give you tips on how to avoid being overcharged for energy in the future.
Why am I being overcharged for energy?
If you are being overcharged for your energy, it is not because your supplier has deliberately decided to do so. Mistakes in billing happen more than you think. Here are some of the most common reasons leading to your energy bills being higher than they should be:
| Estimated meter readings | That is the main reason why many people overpay for their energy supply. If you do not submit meter readings regularly, your supplier will have to bill you based on an estimated meter reading. These tend to be higher than your actual consumption. |
| Broken meters | If your meter is not functioning correctly, it might be sending wrong information to the supplier. That is why servicing your meters regularly is very important. |
| Supplier’s mistake | If you suddenly receive a bill that is much higher than what you normally pay, you should not ignore it. Ask your supplier to explain why the bill is so high. Sometimes suppliers also make mistakes and it is possible that they, for example, charged you for someone else’s bill. |
What are the benefits of professional Bill Validation services?
Going through past energy bills and analysing all the charges can be a tiresome and time-consuming process. We are sure that you have other, more important things to take care of so we want to save you time and effort. If you use Niccolo Gas’s Bill Validation services, you will not have to do any of the tedious work. We will review all your invoices, investigate mistakes, and liaise with your supplier to fix any problems.
If you decide to review your bills on your own, you can easily overlook some incorrect charges. Consequently, you might wrongly assume that everything is okay and keep overpaying for your energy supply. Here at Niccolo Gas, we have years of experience in the energy market and we can easily spot any inaccurate billing. Thanks to our expert help, you can avoid mistakes and stop losing money. We will give you a detailed report with the information on when you have been invoiced incorrectly.
Hire Niccolo Gas to validate your bills for you and get yourself a peace of mind!
What to do to avoid being overcharged?
Using our Bill Validation services is the best, most accurate way of checking whether you are paying the correct rates. While mistakes sometimes happen, here are some tips that can help you avoid being overcharged for your energy.
- Install a smart meter
Many people find themselves overpaying for energy because they fail to regularly submit their meter readings. In turn, they have to pay for estimated meter readings that can be way higher than their actual consumption. Thanks to smart meters you do not have to remember about sending your meter readings to your supplier because the smart meter automatically does it for you. Moreover, smart meters are very accurate so if you have one, you can be sure that you are paying for the energy you actually use.
- Regularly do an energy price comparison
Energy prices tend to change. Even if the tariff you chose was the cheapest when you were signing an energy contract, it might no longer be the case. To make sure you are getting the most competitive rates, you should regularly compare energy prices. You can do it by using one of many online comparison sites or by hiring an energy broker.
- Change suppliers
Many energy customers stay with the same supplier for many years. Even if you are satisfied with the services and rates you are getting from your existing supplier, there might be a better deal available. Changing suppliers is very easy and it can save you a lot of money.
Moreover, if you simply renew your contract with your current supplier instead of choosing a different one, you will be placed on the most expensive tariff. Sometimes, you will not be able to change it for at least a year.
- Regularly check your bills
Many people simply pay their bills without thinking. That is not a good approach. When you receive an energy bill, you should take a while to look at the charges included in it. You should also ask yourself whether the bill is similar to what you normally pay or whether it is much higher. If you check your bills regularly, you will notice when something is wrong and you can contact your supplier immediately to solve the issue.
- Talk to energy experts
Talking to someone who has expert knowledge of the energy industry can give you guidance and can make the process of having to address any mistakes less stressful. Here at Niccolo Gas, we can help you with all kinds of problems, including making sure you do not overpay for your energy supply.
What should my next steps be?
If you would like to get help with verifying whether you have been paying too much for your energy supply, get in touch with us today by calling +44 131 610 8868.
We will contact you to find out more about your situation. We will also tell you what information we might need from you to start the Bill Validation process.
If you have any questions or you would like to know more about our Bill Validation processes, do not hesitate to reach out to us. We are always happy to hear from our existing and potential customers and we will do our best to help you.