EnergyPlus · June 2026
Moving house: energy switching & final bills UK (June 2026)
Moving home means handling two energy accounts at once: closing the old one cleanly with a final bill, and starting a new deemed contract at the new address that you'll almost certainly want to switch out of.
Editorial information, not financial advice. Prices and policy can change — always confirm against the supplier and Ofgem.
Energy switching when moving — the June 2026 checklist
Tell your existing supplier you're moving at least 48 hours before move-out. Take closing readings on move-out day and opening readings on move-in day. Find the existing supplier at the new address. Compare and switch from the deemed contract on day one — there are no exit fees on deemed contracts.
Quick checklist (June 2026):
- Closing readings + opening readings = clean final bill, clean opening bill.
- Deemed contract is the default at a new address — switch out at any time.
- Your existing supplier may let you carry your fixed tariff to the new home — ask first.
- Prepayment meters need attention on move-in day — don't run out of credit.
- Last updated
- June 2026
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The two accounts to manage
Old address: close out, send final readings, settle final bill. New address: open a deemed contract, then switch to a better deal.
Final bill timing
Suppliers must produce a final bill within 6 weeks of move-out under Ofgem rules. If it doesn't arrive, chase. Don't pay an estimated final bill if you've sent actual readings.
Smart meter recommissioning
Smart meters at a new address need to be re-paired with the new occupier's account. Your IHD may not work until that's done — usually within a few weeks.
Carrying your tariff
Some suppliers let you take your existing fixed tariff to the new address; others don't. If the existing supplier at the new address differs from your old one, you'll have to choose: switch back, or pick something new.
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Key milestones around an energy switch when moving — typical timing in June 2026.
| What to compare | Typical range (June 2026) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Notice to old supplier | ≥ 48 hours before move-out | Phone, app or online account. |
| Closing meter readings | Move-out day | Photograph the meter. |
| Opening meter readings | Move-in day | Photograph the meter. |
| Find existing supplier at new address | Day 1–3 after move-in | Find My Supplier (UK). |
| Sign new tariff | Day 1–14 after move-in | Switch completes 5–14 days later. |
| Final bill from old supplier | Within 6 weeks | Ofgem standard. |
Moving home: 7-step energy switching checklist
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1. Tell your supplier you're moving
Give 48+ hours notice; provide move-out date and forwarding address.
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2. Take closing readings
On move-out day. Photograph. Send to the supplier.
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3. Find the supplier at the new address
Find My Supplier (UK) or a recent bill at the property.
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4. Take opening readings
On move-in day. Photograph. Send to the new (deemed) supplier.
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5. Compare and switch
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6. Submit switch readings
On the switchover date, send readings to both old and new supplier.
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7. Check the final bill
Should arrive within 6 weeks of move-out. Verify against your closing reading.
Common pitfalls to avoid
The most frequent issues we see when households and businesses act on what looks like a good deal.
- Forgetting to take closing/opening readings → estimated bills and disputes.
- Paying an estimated final bill before checking actual readings.
- Letting a prepayment meter run out of credit on move-in day.
- Assuming the existing supplier at the new home is cheapest — usually they're not.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does the final bill take after moving?
Suppliers must produce a final bill within 6 weeks of move-out under Ofgem rules. If yours doesn't arrive, contact your old supplier — and Citizens Advice if it remains unresolved after 8 weeks.
Can I take my fixed energy tariff to the new house?
Some suppliers let you; others don't. Ask your supplier — and ask whether the price will be re-quoted to reflect the new region (it usually will).
Do I pay exit fees if I move during a fix?
Most suppliers waive exit fees on a genuine house move — but you must tell them you're moving and provide the new address. Check the contract before assuming.
What if the previous occupant left a debt on the meter?
Debt is tied to the person, not the meter, in most cases. Take opening readings and photographs of the meter, then dispute any debt on the bill that pre-dates your occupation.
Can I switch supplier on move-in day?
Yes — you can start the comparison and sign-up the day you move in. The switch itself takes 5–14 days.
Smart meter — will it work straight away?
It will record reads from day one, but the IHD may not pair with your new account immediately. The supplier will commission it after switchover.
Prepayment meter — what do I do?
Take the meter reading, get a new key/card from the supplier (or use the app), and top up before move-in if you can. Some suppliers will switch you to credit billing after a few months of clean payment.
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