Office Energy Rates Comparison
Compare office energy rates and secure the right deal quickly
Office Energy Rates Comparison
Compare office energy rates and secure the right deal quickly
Office-based businesses often assume their energy costs are fixed or unavoidable. In reality, many offices across the UK are paying more than they need to, simply because their contract has rolled over or no longer reflects how their business uses energy.
At Business Utility Hub, our team checks business energy prices daily. When you call us, we’ll review your current agreement, compare the market and show you what better options are available right now.
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We compare rates from top UK energy suppliers
Why compare office energy deals?
Switching to the right energy supplier can reduce office energy bills far more than many businesses realise. Energy suppliers rarely move customers onto better-value tariffs automatically. If a contract ends, or you move into new premises without arranging a new deal, you are often placed on a deemed tariff. These are usually a supplier’s most expensive business energy rates and can push costs up without any obvious change in energy usage.
Comparing office energy deals allows you to move away from default pricing and secure rates that reflect how your business actually uses energy today.
You may benefit from comparing office energy deals if:
- You are out of contract or on a deemed rate, which is commonly applied when a contract expires or no agreement is in place. Deemed tariffs are typically the highest-priced option.
- You have moved into new office premises, taken over a lease, or inherited an existing supply, all of which often result in being placed on a deemed rate by default.
- Your current deal was agreed before recent changes in energy prices, meaning your unit rates or standing charges may no longer be competitive.
- Your office energy consumption has changed, due to business growth, remote working patterns, or longer operating hours.
- You manage multiple office locations and need a clearer, more consistent approach to business energy usage across sites.
- Your standing charge or unit rate no longer reflects your average energy consumption, increasing your energy bills unnecessarily.
- Your business electricity consumption has increased, driven by higher IT demand, air conditioning use, or extended operating hours.
Reviewing your office energy deal helps you move off expensive default tariffs and onto a business energy contract that better suits your usage and budget.
Understanding office energy consumption
Office energy consumption varies widely between different businesses. A small office with limited staff and reduced operating hours will use far less energy than a large office with air conditioning, server rooms and long opening times.
Factors that influence office energy consumption include:
- Building size and layout: larger buildings with more square foot space typically have higher electricity consumption and heat loss.
- Operating hours: offices running extended hours or shift patterns use more power across lighting, heating and equipment.
- Equipment and technology: IT-heavy offices, tech companies and businesses using high-powered servers often have higher electricity usage.
- Heating and cooling systems: air conditioning, ventilation and hot water systems can account for a large share of total consumption.
- Usage patterns: how energy is used throughout the day affects costs, particularly on variable rates.
Average energy usage can differ even between offices of the same size. That is why comparing business energy deals based on real usage data, rather than estimates, makes a big difference to long-term cost control.
What kind of energy deals are available for retail shops?
Not all business energy contracts are the same, and many office-based businesses end up on unsuitable tariffs without realising it. Understanding the type of contract you are on is the first step to reducing office energy bills.
Our team at Business Utility Hub will explain which tariff you are currently on, what that means for your energy costs, and which alternatives are available based on your office energy consumption.
Standard Variable Tariff (SVT)
A standard variable tariff means your unit rates and standing charge can move up or down in line with wholesale energy prices. These tariffs are often the default option and usually have no exit fee. While flexible, they can become expensive during periods of market volatility.
Deemed rates
Deemed rates apply when you move into a non domestic building without arranging a new contract. These are typically the highest business electricity and business gas rates on the market and should be replaced as soon as possible.
Out-of-contract rates
If your fixed contract ends and you do not renew or switch, suppliers automatically place you on out-of-contract rates. These can significantly increase office energy bills and are one of the most common reasons businesses overpay.
How Business Utility Hub can help
Tell us about your business
We’ll ask a few quick questions about your office, such as business size, location, operating hours and current supplier. This helps us understand your energy usage and average energy consumption.
We monitor the market daily
Our team reviews business energy prices every day, comparing energy suppliers, unit rates, standing charges and contract terms across the market.
Choose your deal
We present a shortlist of suitable office energy deals and talk you through the options in plain English. You decide which tariff works best for your business energy usage.
We manage the switch
Once you’ve chosen, we handle the entire process. That includes contacting your current energy supplier, managing the switch and making sure there is no interruption to your electricity and gas supply. You’ll also have a dedicated account manager who keeps track of your renewal dates and checks the market again before your next contract ends.What information do you need to compare office energy rates?
Comparing office energy rates only takes a few minutes. Having the following details to hand can speed things up:
- Your business address and current energy suppliers.
- Your electricity MPAN number and gas MPRN number, if applicable – these identify your individual electricity and gas supply points.
- Recent energy bills or annual usage figures, shown in kilowatt hours.
- Your contract end date, if known.
- Details of your building size and operating hours.
If you do not have all this information available, our team can often help you locate it.
Managing office energy usage more effectively
While securing a competitive tariff is the fastest way to reduce energy costs, understanding how energy is used across your office can support longer-term savings.
Common energy saving measures for offices include:
- Reviewing lighting systems and switching to energy efficient lighting.
- Using smart meters to track real time data and identify waste.
- Adjusting air conditioning settings to reflect actual occupancy.
- Encouraging staff to adopt energy saving habits, such as shutting down equipment overnight.
- Maximising daylight to reduce electricity usage during working hours.
An energy audit can also highlight where energy is being used inefficiently and where less energy could be consumed without affecting productivity. Our energy audits are provided at no cost, no obligation - just expert analysis and actionable recommendations.
How much electricity does an office building use?
Electricity use in offices varies widely, as offices business energy needs depend on several factors, including building size, layout, operating hours and the type of equipment in use. In the UK, office energy consumption per square meter can differ significantly between modern, energy-efficient buildings and older offices with higher heat loss and less efficient systems. Average office electricity consumption is influenced by lighting, IT equipment, heating, cooling and ventilation, all of which can push usage higher in busy or extended-hours workplaces.
For smaller premises, a small office electricity bill is often driven by consistent daytime electricity use rather than high peak demand, but even modest increases in usage can add up over a year. Understanding how much electricity an office building uses is a useful first step when reviewing energy costs and comparing business energy deals that better reflect actual usage.
Why offices choose Business Utility Hub
Businesses across the UK work with us because we focus on service, transparency and practical support.
- Daily energy price checks: we monitor the market every day to spot better deals as soon as they appear.
- Dedicated account managers: one point of contact who understands your business and office energy usage.
- Calls answered within three rings: no queues, no call centres, just real people.
- Transparent advice: our recommendations are based on what works best for your business.
- Full switching management: we handle the entire process from start to finish.
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What makes Business Utility Hub different?
Swift, simple switching
We handle everything from your business gas switch cost to renewal reminders.
Real people, real service
Call us and speak to a friendly and dedicated advisor within three rings - no bots, no queues, just first-name service.Honest advice
Our recommendations will always be unbiased and transparent.
Market experts
We track current business gas prices in the UK daily to secure the cheapest business gas rates.
Jargon-free guidance
We explain every option clearly and make sure you know exactly what you’re agreeing to.Compare office energy rates today
If you are responsible for managing office energy bills, a quick review could make a big difference to your annual costs. Whether you run a small office or manage multiple sites, our team will compare office energy rates, explain your options clearly and manage the switch for you.
Call 0800 781 2700 to speak directly to an energy advisor – we answer within three rings.
Or email savings@businessutilityhub.co.uk to arrange a no-obligation review.