Switching to British Gas in Barnet, London
The British Gas energy supply for Londoners
Last update: March 2021
Whether you're moving to Barnet or if you've already been a proud resident of Barnet for several years already, we're here to help you get the best energy deal available. Barnet holds 273070 inhabitants, a non negligible part of the total 273070 inhabitants of London. British Gas, the largest energy supplier in the UK is obviously available in Barnet. Here's everything you need to know about this energy supplier in Barnet. Whatever your energy needs, we're sure British Gas would have something for you.
If you decide that British Gas is for you when you make the move over to Barnet, we've outlined all the information you need about switching over to British Gas in London. However, on this page So, if you decide you want an alternative energy plan, cheaper and maybe better suited to your specific needs ring up one of our experts on 0330 054 0018 and they can guide you. Either way, we'll make sure that you kick start your energy supply in Barnet in no time.
How to setup your British Gas contract in Barnet, London?
Have you just moved to Barnet? Lucky you! Whether you are recent resident of Barnet or have lived in the area for a while now, you are now one of the 273070 inhabitants of Barnet, and you'll want to start fuelling up your home as soon as possible. That's where we come in. All we need from you is a few simple pieces of information before we can carry out your energy switch.
- Don't forget to take a meter reading in your previous house to make sure that you don't pay for what you don't use. Write it down, and leave it in a safe place for the next inhabitants of the property. You need to have this information just in case your previous provider requires it.
- Next step, moving in to your new place in Barnet! Make sure you do the same thing - write down the meter reading in your new home. We know this might not feel like your number 1 priority as you unpack your bags, but we promise it's worth it to make sure you're not overpaying for your gas and electricity.
- You will probably take on the contract of the previous inhabitants of the property and you'll keep it until you decide to switch. If you can't find the details of the previous resident of the house, don't worry! Follow this link to the Meter Pont Administration tool to find out who supplies the energy to the property.
- Now you are ready to find the cheapest electricity supplier and switch!
Switching your energy provider is easier than it sounds, so don't be put off! Switch Plan makes it easy. Just give us a ring on 0330 054 0018 and we will carry out a free price comparison service based on current tariffs on the market and your personal energy needs.
Are British Gas' energy plans expensive for the average resident of Barnet?
As you know by now, British Gas are the largest energy supplier in the UK. The biggest of the 'Big 6', they have a range of tariffs on offer for their customers. However, this doesn't mean that they necessarily have affordable tariffs. In fact, according to TrustPilot, lot's of customers have actually switched away from British Gas due to the high cost of their energy plans.
How can I contact British Gas in London?
Switch Plan is always available to help residents of Barnet switch their plan to British Gas. Nevertheless, you can also contact British Gas directly.
| Type of Enquiry | Number to contact |
|---|---|
| General Enquiries General enquiries surrounding your bill. |
0333 202 9802 Open from 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday, 10am to 4pm on Sunday. |
| Top up plans General Enquiries surrounding PAYG tariffs. |
0330 100 0303 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday. |
| Complaints General complaints service. |
0333 202 9532 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday Or send an email to: customercomplaints@britishgas.co.uk |
| Complaints Pay As You Go Complaints specifically related to Pay As You Go tariffs. |
0333 202 9433 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday |
| British Gas Home Services complaints Complaints for British Gas home services. |
0333 200 8899 24 hours a day, seven days a week |
| British Gas HomeCare Enquiries surrounding your British Gas HomeCare plan, such as emergency or repair cover. |
020 3936 0059 24 hours a day, seven days a week |
| Urgent breakdown | 0333 200 8899 24 hours a day, seven days a week |
| Less urgent one-off repairs | 0333 202 9799 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday |
| British Gas boilers General enquiries surrounding British Gas boilers |
0333 202 9450 Monday to Friday from 8am-8pm or Saturday from 8am-6pm |
| New home set up Switching to British Gas in your new property |
0333 202 9802 |
| New customer Switching to British Gas as a new customer |
0333 202 9505 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturdays |
| Business energy - New customer For British Gas business energy quotes |
0333 414 5739 |
| Business energy - General enquiries General enquiries about British Gas business energy |
0333 331 0576 Monday to Friday from 8am-6pm or Saturday from 9am-1pm |
Plans and dual fuel mixes available with British Gas in Barnet
In this section, you will find all British Gas prices in Barnet.
While dual fuel is increasingly common, some households still opt for separate gas and electricity tariffs. However, British Gas actually encourages dual fuel, as it is far more convenient to keep all your costs in one place with one plan. In fact, British Gas claim that dual fuel might even be cheaper for you. Call us and we will tell you everything about these dual fuel savings.
How do I contact British Gas in Barnet?
If you need to contact British Gas for any query, it is actually quite easy. If you are an existing customer of British Gas, then you should ring 0333 202 9802 . British Gas also has an app where you can submit meter readings, book a utility service, pay your bills, etc.
However, if you would like to explore your options when it comes to choosing an energy supplier, feel free to give us a call! You can ring us at 0330 054 0018
Enquiries that you may have regarding your existing account, such as querying a bill or changing the way you pay your bills.
Open from 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday, 10am to 4pm on Sunday.
For all queries related to Pay As You Go billing: topping up, changing from pay as you go to direct debit and using emergency credit.
8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday.
If you have a complaint that you would like resolved or acknowledged by British Gas.
8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday
Or send an email to: customercomplaints@britishgas.co.uk
Complaints specifically related to Pay As You Go tariffs.
8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday
Complaints number and address that are separate from the complaints service for gas and electricity customers
24 hours a day, seven days a week
Cover for any breakdowns or repairs needed for your boiler and central heating system, as well as annual servicing and even electrical appliance repairs.
24 hours a day, seven days a week
24 hours a day, seven days a week
8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday
Buying, installing or replacing a British Gas boiler
Monday to Friday from 8am-8pm or Saturday from 8am-6pm
Number to call to help you set up your new home if you want to continue to receive your energy from British Gas
If you're not a British Gas customer but you want to find out more about their energy tariffs
8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturdays
To get a quote to potentially switch your business energy to British Gas
If you currently use British Gas Business to supply energy to your company premises and you want to speak to someone about your business energy account
Monday to Friday from 8am-6pm or Saturday from 9am-1pm
British gas: Customer reviews in 2021
Reviews are everything when it comes to learning about British Gas. As a matter of fact, British gas seems to receive mixed reviews when it comes to customer service. However, they do have quite a loyal customer base : 14 percent of their customers have been with the supplier for over 20 years. So, what do their customers think about British Gas? Well, according to 47,609 reviews from Trustpilot, this is what people think about British Gas: * 22,435 (47%) were rated “Excellent” * 7,387 (16%) were rated “Great” * 3,775 (8%) were rated “Average” * 2,666 (6%) were rated “Poor" * 11,346 (24%) were rated “Bad".
If you would like to know additional information about British Gas, we have an article on British Gas reviews so that you get all the information that you need.
Gas rates
| Name of the Plan | Tariff value | Unit Price (direct debit)
price/kWh |
Standing Charge (direct debit)
price/kWh |
Unit Price (cash payment)
price/kWh |
Standing Charge (cash payment)
price/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home Energy Secure | 24 months fixed | 3.358 p |
23.431 p |
3.541 p |
27.85 p |
| Energy with Boiler Cover | 18 months fixed | 3.358 p |
23.47 p |
3.541 p |
27.889 p |
| Green Future | 24 months fixed | 3.358 p |
28.127 p |
3.541 p |
32.546 p |
| Electric Drivers Energy Plan | 18 months fixed | 3.609 p |
23.6 p |
3.801 p |
27.937 p |
| Standard Variable | Variable | 3.609 p |
23.6 p |
3.801 p |
27.937 p |
| Safeguard PAYG | Variable | 3.392 p |
34.610 p |
/ |
/ |
Do I ever need to reach my Distribution network operator?
Local county DNOs (Distribution Network Operators) are available to Londoners should they experience an emergency, a powercut, or any other urgent matter.
In Barnet, what on average is the price per kwh?
Paying -6.67% less than the UK national average, residents of Barnet tend to pay £9.93 for an average kWh.