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Business electricity and gas, clearly compared

Need to renew, switch supplier or arrange energy for a new premises? Draco helps you compare available electricity and gas contracts and understand what you’re agreeing to.

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Business energy contracts

What your electricity and gas agreements cover

A business energy contract normally sets the unit rate, standing charge, contract length, payment method and other supplier terms for a specific supply point. Electricity and gas are usually separate contracts, even when they are reviewed at the same time.

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Fixed-term contracts

The agreed unit rate is normally fixed for a set period, while some taxes, levies or permitted charges may still change.

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Separate supply contracts

Each meter, fuel and premises may have different suppliers, contract dates and commercial terms.

Built around your business

Different premises, different energy needs

Coffee machines, cold storage, kitchens and opening hours all affect usage. Start with your own bills, then compare available contracts for the premises.

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Contract renewals

Start early enough to understand the options

We recommend reviewing approximately six months before expiry. Your supplier’s contract sets the actual renewal window and notice requirements.

Read the contract renewal guide

Deemed and out-of-contract rates

When a fixed contract ends, your supplier may apply out-of-contract rates or continue the supply under the existing rollover terms. Deemed contracts are different: they can apply when you take over premises and use energy without agreeing a supply contract.

Ask the supplier to confirm your current rates, contract status and switching requirements. We can help you check the information and compare available options.

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A simple starting point

Start with what you already have

A recent bill normally gives us the information needed to understand your supply and prepare the next steps.

Moving into new premises or taking over a business? Keep the occupancy date, dated meter readings, current supplier details and tenancy evidence together. Ask each supplier to confirm when your business becomes responsible and which rates apply before a new contract starts.

Compare the whole cost

How the full cost adds up

Same electricity use: 10,000 kWh over 365 days
Cost itemOption AOption B
Unit rate24p/kWh25p/kWh
Standing charge80p/day40p/day
Annual energy cost£2,400£2,500
Annual standing charge£292£146
Annual total£2,692£2,646

A lower unit rate can still mean a higher annual cost.

Illustrative rates, not a quote. Totals exclude VAT and other applicable charges.

Bill and supply details

What we review and what we need

A recent bill usually contains most of the details needed to understand your supply and compare relevant options.

  • A recent electricity or gas bill
  • Business and supply address
  • Current supplier
  • Contract end date
  • Annual usage
  • MPAN or MPRN
  • Payment method
  • Authorised contact details

WHY USE DRACO

Why use Draco?

We organise available quotes and help with the supplier’s next steps.

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Save time

We contact participating suppliers and organise the available options.

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Compare your renewal offer

Comparing a range of available options may help you find a more cost-effective contract than simply accepting the first renewal offer.

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Understand the full cost

We review unit rates, standing charges, contract length, payment terms and estimated annual cost.

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Stay supported

Help continues during onboarding, supplier communication and future renewal planning.

Letter of Authority

Permission to obtain information—not to agree a contract

Where required, Draco will ask you to sign a limited Letter of Authority. It allows Draco and our intermediary to request contract or meter information and communicate with suppliers on your behalf.

A Letter of Authority does not allow Draco to agree a new energy contract without your approval.

The validity period and permitted actions are stated on the document. We explain its scope before asking you to sign it, and you can contact us if you would like the authority withdrawn.

COMPARE YOUR OPTIONS

See the full picture, not just the unit rate

Compare quotes using the same expected consumption and start date. We explain how the price, contract length and payment terms affect each option.

  • Relevant supplier options compared side by side
  • Key costs and contract terms explained clearly
  • Support choosing and arranging your contract
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Available options

Options are sourced through our intermediary's participating supplier panel.

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After approval

What happens after a contract is arranged

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    Application and confirmation

    Draco and our intermediary coordinate the application and supplier confirmation after you approve the selected option.

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    Supplier onboarding

    We keep you informed if the supplier requests additional information, raises an objection or needs a meter reading.

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    Ongoing support

    Draco remains available for contract-related questions and aims to contact you before the next renewal window.

Ready to review your business energy?

Send us a recent bill or renewal letter. We will explain the next step in English, Cantonese or Mandarin.

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