Switching to E.ON in Orkney
Last update: March 2021
Have you just moved to a new property in the lovely Orkney? 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. Orkney is the 68th most populated county in the UK. A fair share of this population lives around the cities of Kirkwall, Stromness, Sandwick and Birsay. Energy is distributed by SSE to the 3,882 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 Orkney 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 Orkney. 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 Orkney in no time. Let's find out more about energy in Orkney.
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 |
Setting up an E.ON contract in the 68th biggest county in the UK?
How to make the switch to E.ON in Orkney?
Moving to Orkney 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 Orkney! 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 difficult and time-consuming process, but at Switch Plan we want to make it as easy as possible and take care of your energy plan for you. In Orkney, SSE 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 contact us on 0330 054 0018 to discuss your energy options.
How much on average does a kWh cost among the 10,514 residents of Orkney?
2018 government data informs us that the average household consumption in Orkney is 4,068.41 kWh. The average price of a kWh in Orkney is about £10.6.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 | 19.461 p |
11.873 p |
25.339 p |
| Economy 10 | 24 Months Fixed | 19.461 p |
13.436 p |
35.339 p |
| Economy 7 | 24 Months Fixed | 3.355 p |
11.11 p |
29.67 p |
| Economy 10 | 24 Months Fixed | 19.75 p |
12.88 p |
29.67 p |
Gas plans
| Name of the Plan | Tariff value | Unit price
price/kWh |
Standing Charge
price/kWh |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gas Standard | Fixed March 2022 | 3.355 p |
26.041 p |
| Economy 10 | 24 Months Fixed | 3.309 p |
34.61 p |
E.ON Single Electricity Tariffs
| Name of the Plan | Tariff value | Unit Price
price/kWh |
Standing Charge
price/day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greener Energy | 12 Months Fixed | 17.2560 p |
25.26 p |
Who are my gas & electricity distribution network operators in Orkney?
Who is your distribution network operator in Orkney?
A Distribution Network Operator is a company licensed to distribute electricity in the UK. These companies own and operate the system of cables and towers that bring electricity from the National Grid all the way to your home. You may have to contact them for matters such as moving your meter, setting up electricity in a new city property and they intervene to fix power cuts.
Just like with your gas distribution network, you might not need to contact your DNO. However, just in case, your network operator is SSE in Orkney, and you can find their contact details below.
How to get in touch with Orkney's energy distributors?
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 Orkney, then all the contact details you need are below.
| Company name | Company number | Number opening hours |
|---|---|---|
| Orkney SSE General Number | 0345 070 7373 |
Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm and Saturdays, 9am to 2pm |
| Orkney SSE Emergency Number | 0800 111 999 |
24/7 |
| Orkney SGN Number | 0800 912 1700 |
Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm and Saturdays, 9am to 2pm |
Orkney SGN Emergency Number | 0800 111 999 |
24/7 |
Find more info on their website:
| SSE | SSE website |
| SGN | SGN website |
Who distributes Orkney's gas?
Wouldn't it be great if gas and electricity could just appear in your house as if by magic? Well unfortunately, that's not the case. It's not like you'll ever need to know the complexities behind the system that provides energy to your home, but you may want to know the basics. There are 8 Gas Distribution Networks that transport gas within a particular region in the UK. These distribution networks are then managed by 4 gas distribution companies, which also control different regions' energy supply. That's all you really need to know, since your supplier provides energy directly to your home, so you will only need to liaise with them should you have any questions or emergencies. However, for your information, you can get in touch with your gas distribution network by calling them on 0800 912 1700.