Check your latest bill for the tariff name. If it says "Out of Contract Business Rates" or doesn't mention a fixed contract end date, you're out of contract. You can also log into your Ecotricity account online or call them on 0345 600 1994. If your contract ended and you didn't actively choose a new one, you're automatically on their out-of-contract rates.

If you have a half-hourly (HH) meter, you're automatically on Ecotricity's out-of-contract rates which vary dramatically by voltage level, region, and DUoS band. HH standing charges range from £5.14 to over £4,200 per day depending on your configuration, plus additional capacity charges and metering costs. For HH customers, the savings potential when switching is often substantial - typically £10,000-£50,000+ annually depending on consumption. We specialise in securing competitive HH rates with lower standing charges.

Absolutely! Being out of contract means you're free to switch at any time with no exit fees or penalties. In fact, this is the perfect time to switch because you're not locked in. The switching process typically takes 2-5 days, and your energy supply won't be interrupted.

Most businesses save between 35-45% when switching from Ecotricity's out-of-contract rates to a competitive fixed contract. With their September 2025 rate increase to 36p/kWh for electricity, savings are even more substantial. For a typical SME, this translates to £4,000-£7,000 per year. Larger businesses with higher consumption can save significantly more. The exact savings depend on your usage, location, and the contract terms available when you switch.

Not at all! Many suppliers now offer 100% renewable electricity contracts, often at lower rates than Ecotricity's out-of-contract prices. Suppliers like Octopus Energy, Good Energy, and others provide certified green energy. We can help you find competitive green energy contracts that match or exceed Ecotricity's sustainability credentials whilst saving you money.

No, your energy supply is never interrupted when switching suppliers. The switch happens behind the scenes through the National Grid system. You'll continue receiving electricity and gas without any disruption. The only changes you'll notice are lower bills and correspondence from your new supplier instead of Ecotricity.

No! When you switch through us, we handle all communication with Ecotricity on your behalf. We notify them of your switch, arrange the final meter readings, and ensure your account is closed properly. You don't need to contact Ecotricity at all. We make the entire process completely hassle-free.

You never receive an invoice from us - our service is entirely free for you to use. We're paid a commission by energy suppliers, which is included in your contract rates and fully declared in your paperwork. Here's why using us makes sense: we have access to wholesale base rates that suppliers don't offer when you contact them directly. This means we can often secure better deals than you'd get going to suppliers yourself, even with our commission included. Plus, we save you the time and hassle of contacting dozens of suppliers individually.