Switching to E.ON in Hertfordshire
Last update: March 2021
Have you just moved to a new property in the lovely Hertfordshire? Before you get started, here are some things you should know about energy in your new area. We know that your first priority might not be getting your energy up and running, so that's why we want to sort it all out for you.
You probably want to know a bit about the energy supply in your new area. Hertfordshire is the 13th most populated county in the UK. A fair share of this population lives around the cities of Watford, Hemel Hempstead, Stevenage and St Albans. Energy is distributed by UK Power Networks to the 202,020 households that make up the whole county. E.ON have a large range of energy plans available for both new and existing customers. Whatever your energy needs, we're sure E.ON would have something for you.
If you decide that E.ON is for you when you make the move over to Hertfordshire and want to join their 3.8 million other customers, you can ring them up on 0345 052 0000. However, on this page we've outlined all the information you need about switching over to E.ON in Hertfordshire. So, if you decide you want an alternative energy plan, 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 Hertfordshire in no time. Let's find out more about energy in Hertfordshire.
Setting up an E.ON contract in the 13th biggest county in the UK?
How much do the 843,563 residents of Hertfordshire pay per kWh on average?
Government data allows us to estimate that in Hertfordshire, the average household consumes around 3,629.84 kWh each year. As well as this, we know that in Hertfordshire, inhabitants spend around £9.93 per kWh.
Switching to E.ON in Hertfordshire
Moving to Hertfordshire and want to get started on an E.ON energy plan? You'll want to make sure that your gas and electricity is fully set up before the big move-in day. No one wants a dark, cold house! Our experts can sort this out for you, from start to finish. However, in order to make the most informed decision possible, they will need you to do a few things beforehand.- Firstly, when you leave your old house, take a note of the meter reading and leave it in an accessible place for the next residents of the property. This is to make a note of how much you used, and to stop you being accidentally overcharged by your supplier.
- Next, you should do the exact same thing in your new house in Hertfordshire! Just find the energy meter and take a note of the reading so you have it to hand should you need it. Sometimes, the supplier of your new property might request a meter reading to know when to start charging you for the energy you use. So it's important to have a note of this so as not to be overcharged and pay for energy you haven't used!
- Lastly, when you move house, it's highly likely that you inherit a 'deemed' contract. This means that you carry on the contract that the previous residents of the property had agreed to. You might like this plan, and want to stick with it! But chances are you will need to switch over to a different tariff to suit your energy needs better. If you're not sure who supplies your new house with energy, or if the previous inhabitants of the house didn't leave you a note with the energy information, you can simply head over to the Ofgem website and find out who your new supplier is.
Moving house can be a daunting process, but at Switch Plan we want to make it as easy as possible. In Hertfordshire, E.on is the most popular energy provider. However, this might not mean that they have the best plans for you and your energy needs. Remember, you can give us a ring on 0330 054 0018 to talk through your energy options.
E.ON: Contact Details 2020
| Type of Enquiry | Number to contact |
|---|---|
| General Enquiries Call this number if you have a general question, query or concern about your E.ON energy plan. |
0345 052 0000 Open from 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday, 10am to 4pm on Sunday. |
| Top Up Contact Number Call this number if you have any questions, queries or concerns about your PAYG tariff. |
0330 303 5063 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday. |
| Complaints Call this number if you have a complaint you want resolved by E.ON. |
0345 052 0000 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday. |
| Call this number if you have a complaint about your PAYG tariff that you would like resolved by E.ON./td>
0345 303 3040 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday. | |
| E.ON Boiler Services Call this number for enquiries separate from E.ON's gas and electricity, such as their boiler service.. |
customerrelations@homeserve.com |
E.ON plans and tariffs
Two rates energy plans
| Name of the Plan | Tariff value | Day time
price/kWh |
Night time
price/kWh |
Standing Charge
price/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy 7 | 12 Months Fixed | 19.542 p |
10.213 p |
23.413 p |
| Economy 10 | 24 Months Fixed | 19.534 p |
13.117 p |
33.413 p |
| Economy 7 | 24 Months Fixed | 3.27 p |
10.5 p |
27.76 p |
| Economy 10 | 24 Months Fixed | 19.06 p |
12.25 p |
27.76 p |
Gas plans
| Name of the Plan | Tariff value | Unit price
price/kWh |
Standing Charge
price/kWh |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gas Standard | Fixed March 2022 | 3.27 p |
26.041 p |
| Economy 10 | 24 Months Fixed | 3.225 p |
34.61 p |
What do E.ON offer for single electricity?
| Name of the Plan | Tariff value | Unit Price
price/kWh |
Standing Charge
price/day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greener Energy | 12 Months Fixed | 16.9530 p |
23.334 p |
Who are my gas & electricity distribution network operators in Hertfordshire?
How can I contact my network distributor in Hertfordshire?
You can usually just get in touch with your energy supplier for all the information you need about your gas and electriCity. However, should you need to get in touch with your DNO for some up-to-date information, or if there is a powercut in Hertfordshire, then all the contact details you need are below.
| Company name | Company number | Number opening hours |
|---|---|---|
| Hertfordshire UK Power Networks General Number | 0800 029 4285 |
Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm |
| Hertfordshire UK Power Networks Emergency Number | 0800 31 63 105 |
24/7 |
| Hertfordshire Cadent Gas Number | 0345 835 1111 |
Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm |
Hertfordshire Cadent Gas Emergency Number | 0800 111 999 |
24/7 |
Find more info on their website:
| UK Power Networks | UK Power Networks website |
| Cadent Gas | Cadent Gas website |
Who manages electricity distribution for the 202,020 households in Hertfordshire?
Your distribution network operator (DNO) is the company that owns and operates the power lines and infrastructure that connects your home to the National Grid. Your DNO can assist you with technical queries such as moving your meter, setting up electricity in your property, or solving a power cut.
In Hertfordshire your DNO is UK Power Networks and you can find all of their contact details here!
Who is the main gas distributor in Hertfordshire?
Before gas arrives at your house, it must be transported through a system of pipes from its source. As consumers, we don't tend to pay much attention to this part of the process, understandably, since we don't see it directly. However, it might be useful to know a tiny bit of information about gas distribution, since it does affect each and every one of us.There are 8 Gas Distribution Networks, overseen by 4 gas distribution companies, that make up the system of gas distribution in the UK. They control the transportation of gas throughout the UK to make sure it arrives safely in your home. Since they deal with gas transportation well before it becomes part of your domestic energy consumption, you will probably never need to get in touch with your gas distribution network. However, just in case, their contact number is 0345 835 1111.
