energy bills
Housing & Tenancy
Final bill wrong after switching supplier
If a final energy bill looks wrong after switching supplier, a focused written dispute with dated readings usually gets it corrected. Escalate through the supplier’s complaints route before the Ombudsman if it stalls.
Bills & Payments
Payment plan rejected by supplier
If an energy supplier rejects a payment plan, it’s often linked to billing errors, missing readings, or a rushed affordability check. Use evidence and a written offer to push for a workable arrangement.
Bills & Payments
Direct Debit energy overcharging
Direct Debit energy payments can rise sharply due to estimates, tariff changes, or billing errors. Use meter reads, evidence, and a clear complaint to reset the amount and recover credit.
Bills & Payments
Prepayment meter problems
Prepayment meters can fail to register top-ups, drain credit quickly, or cut off supply without warning. This explains common UK causes, practical checks, and when to escalate with evidence.
Bills & Payments
Standing charges explained (UK)
Standing charges are daily fees added to UK energy bills even when little or no energy is used. This explains why totals jump and how to check, challenge, and fix common billing issues.