Services
We pride ourselves at First Rate Energy on being able to provide a tailored service when it comes to our customers switching their business gas & electricity supplier.
Changing supplier online may seem quick and easy, but when it comes to your business gas & electricity. It is important that you get them from suppliers. Nevertheless, this can take a great amount of time phoning and negotiating with suppliers, especially if you want to guarantee the best prices for your business.
Comparing energy prices can often seem like an overwhelming task, which can take up vast amounts your valuable time. Our experts can take the pain out of this process and do the hard work for you when it comes to finding a new energy supplier. You can spend your time running you business, knowing that we are working to find you the best deals.
You should consider all options when it comes to weighing up your energy options. Why pay ore when you can pay less? We have an exceptional relationship with our suppliers who have always delivered large savings on energy costs.
If you’re a large business in the Private or Public sector you can allow us to do the legwork managing your energy requirements, and saving on your business utility bills.
You can find out more about our specialised services above or get in touch to discuss your energy needs.
Meter Installation
& Siteworks
Complex site works require expert knowledge and experience to find the perfect solution. We’re here to help find the one that best for you.
We can manage the entire project from start to finish whether it is replacing existing meters or installing solutions for new supplies.
We will start by determining your specific technical requirements for the project. A dedicated member of our team will then guide you through the process. Keeping you informed of the various stages of the project, and up to date progress.
We will discuss the available options at each stage of the project, along with your choice of energy supplier. We pride ourselves on building excellent long-term relationships with our clients delivering services that continually exceed their expectations.
The range of Services includes:
- Renewable Energy Solutions
- Upgrade of existing supplies
- New Electricity & Gas meter
- installation
- Electricity & Gas Meter
- Disconnections
- Installation and connection of new mains
- Multi-Site Meter Connections
- Relocation of existing meters
- Project management
- Liaison with all parties involved
- AMR installations
Fixed Energy Contracts
Fixed energy tariffs help businesses manage their budgets and forecast costs, protecting them against sudden changes in the energy markets.
How could your business benefit from fixed energy procurement?
Our fixed energy contracts provide the best solution to help set the limits on our businesses energy costs. If you are working on a budget you can feel safe in knowing we will deliver you great value.
For the duration of your contract, your payments won't change. You will be set certain thresholds by your suppliers to maintain, regarding the under or overuse of energy. Transportations and metring costs may also alter your payment.
At First Rate Energy we conduct in-depth research and analyse the market, finding the solutions that are best for your business.
Choosing a Fixed Rate Contract
Set your budget
A fixed contract will allow you to set realistic projections for the future of businesses energy budget, providing stability in the market and reducing your admin costs.
Timing
Finding the best time to purchase your energy is crucial, and a difficult task if you don't know the market. We can guide you through the process with our expert knowledge of the energy industry.
Market Intelligence
By utilising our bespoke market intelligence analyse we are able to display in a clear way the best time to make purchases on the energy market.
Multi-Site
For large businesses operating out of multiple locations, it is likely that energy costs are a large overhead. We can take away the headache of managing multiple sites.
For larger businesses, compliance and performance become an integral part of the organisations energy policy as you seek to improve bottom line profits and become more sustainable. For those given such responsibilities, it can become an all encompassing task and this is where we can help.
First Rate Energy has extensive experience of consolidating multi-site businesses to ensure that the benefits of economies of scale are realised. Our consultants are experts at gathering, what is sometimes difficult to obtain information, and providing solutions that ensure energy spend is minimised. We are able to negotiate common end dates for all your sites to streamline your utilities portfolio and make future tendering simple and effective.
It is crucial for multi-site organisations to tender and procure energy in a thorough and comprehensive manner, which is why outsourcing this function to us makes perfect sense. First Rate Energy’s industry knowledge, and experience of collating data and applying our rigorous tendering process, makes certain that the most competitive contracts are achieved.
In addition to procurement services we offer a full energy management solution to your business. Our energy management reports and regular audits ensure that efficiencies are realised and that savings are maximised.
Flexi Energy Contracts
Our flexible energy contracts are a great solution for what can be a lengthy and difficult process. Our experienced consultants can guide you to find the best prices based on your actual usage.
Our experience at negotiating flexible energy contracts is second to none. We always go the extra mile to deliver low costs and convenience for our clients.
We analyse every offer on the table and negotiate with suppliers on your behalf to provide you with a detailed report and the best options on offer.
An in-depth discussion will follow briefing you on everything you need to know about the available options. We will keep you posted on the process at various stages so you are involved with every decision that needs to be made.
Non-Commodity Charges
To support various renewable energy and environmental schemes, your bills may include extra charges. We can help to make sure you're receiving the correct discounts on your energy bills.
Your green charges do apply to both your gas and electricity bills, however, any renewable subsidies are recovered through your electricity bills rather than gas charges. This is due to nearly every property in the UK being connected to the electric grid whereas a large proportion of households and businesses do not have a connection to gas supplies. Due to the new government schemes, more and more properties being built are not going to have a gas connection.
Your businesses electricity bills are subject to a number of schemes including CCL, Renewable Obligation (RO) and Feed-in-Tariff (FIT) the latter of which are subsidies to both large and small renewable energy generators. CCLs are here to encourage energy efficiency from businesses, and as controls over carbon use are becoming more regulated in the UK these are only set to increase over time.
Main Rates of CCL
Businesses with high energy usage can receive up to a 90% discount on their electricity bills, through Climate Change Agreements. These are voluntary contrast that can target to being an energy efficient businesses with a reduced carbon footprint. In order to qualify for a CCL against electricity charges, you must consume a minimum of 1,000 kWh a month.
If your business uses a large proportion of gas you could save 65% on the utility bill through CCAs. As with electricity discounts, your business must meet certain efficiency criteria and consume a minimum of 4,397kWh of gas per month.
Like green charges are applied differently to households than they are for businesses. VAT is also charged at a different rate, with households paying 5% on their energy bills in comparison to businesses being charged VAT at 20%
Bureau Services
Your time is valuable. We can help you make the most of it by handling your energy bills for you.
As a leader in the energy services sector, First Rate Energy can provide expert advice on any management or energy efficiency requirements.
We have strong relationships with some of the biggest energy suppliers. Enabling us to negotiate on your behalf, providing solutions which are the best value for money.
We continually analyse your bills and make sure that you are at the best rates. Inspecting your current tariff details and energy consumption, and monitoring your metering services.
So not only can we save you money on your bills, but by handling all your energy accounts we can save you the time that would be spent on administration.
We can manage a range of services for you along with assisting with CCA & ESOS applications and non-commodity charges. Our team of experts work with a range of different sized organisations, from small businesses to large multi-site organisations. So you can rest assured that your energy administration is in great hands.
Climate Change Agreements (CCA)
If you're currently in a CCA we can save you time by managing and reporting on your account. Or, if you need help with the application process our services offer a fully managed solution, at a fraction of the cost.
We can provide a whole host of services in connection to your CCA. We can check the eligibility of your businesses for the various schemes available, creating and reviewing and supporting documents. We can advise on changes to your CCA as your business needs evolve, ensuring that you receive the maximum saving possible, by continuing to meet your target requirements. These targets will also drive you and your business to become more energy efficient which will lead to substantial savings year-on-year.
ESOS
The Energy Saving Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) is part of the EU Energy Efficiency Directive (EU/2007/12). A mandatory requirement for businesses with 250 OR more employees or £42 million turnover with a balance sheet over £35million as of December 31st 2014.
Your business may be eligible without meeting that criteria if you are part of a larger corporate group, any businesses within this group would also need to comply with the scheme in place.
ESOS assessment
To assess the savings that can be made through ESOS we first need to carry out energy audits on your business. Measuring your consumption within a defined period and reviewing the results.
Our assessment will look for the most cost-effective ways of reducing your energy usage, leading to smaller bills. Completing the assessment isn't enough on its own to start saving your business money you must ensure that you implement the guidance you are given.
If you want to learn more about ESOS and how it could save your business some hard earned cash get in touch today.
ESOS Phases
ESOS phases last four years with a fresh assessment required for each phase, which are set dates :