Switching to Scottish Power in Knutsford
What about Scottish Power?
Last Update: September 2021
Scottish Power is a historical UK power supplier. Despite an ever increasing competition in Cheshire and across the UK energy market, Scottish Power has managed to remain one of the main providers on offer. In this article, we will explore how Scottish Power stacks up to the competition and who the 13,116 inhabitants of Knutsford should choose as their energy supplier.
Switching to Scottish Power in Knutsford
Like the rest of the 5,879 households in Knutsford, you can switch energy suppliers is just the flick of a finger. In order for us to carry it out for you in just a few minutes our experts simply need the following information: * Your Postcode * The name of your current energy supplier * Your current tariff with your current energy supplier * Your Meter Point Reference Number (MPRN) * A recent energy bill
Once you've gathered this information, you are ready to give our experts a call at 0330 054 0018. They will be able to provde you with additional information about Scottish Power and help you explore other options in the Uk energy market.
For a more extensive guide, check out our article on how to switch energy suppliers.
Getting in touch with Scottish Power in Knutsford
Contacting Scottish Power is easy because Switch Plan in in partnership with them! Our experts can switch you to Scottish Power in under 20 minutes.
However, if your reason for contacting is other than switching, you can head over to their cusomer support page on their website, or give their customer support number a ring. As well as this, you can download their app which has an in-built chat function.
| Type of Enquiry | Number to contact |
|---|---|
| General Enquiries Do you have a query about your current Scottish Power energy plan? |
0800 027 0072 Open from 8am to 8pm during the week, 8am to 6pm on Saturday, 10am to 4pm on Sunday. |
| General Enquiries Email Do you want to email a Scottish Power representative regarding a query? |
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| Boiler Care Customer Service Do you have a query about your boiler care? |
0800 001 5214 Monday to Friday 8am-8pm; Saturday 8am-5pm |
| Boiler Care Emergency Number Do you need emergency assistance for your boiler? |
0800 111 4686 Open 24 hours a week |
| New Customer Number Do you want to become a Scottish Power customer? |
0800 027 0072 Monday to Friday: 8am-8pm; Saturdays 8:40am-4pm |
| Switching to Scottish Power as a small business Are you a small business owner wanting to switch to a Scottish Power business tariff? |
0800 22 44 00 Monday to Thursday 9am-5:30pm; Fridays 9am-5pm |
| Small business customer service Are you on a small business tariff with Scottish Power? |
0800 040 7002 Monday to Thursday 9am-5:30pm; Fridays 9am-5pm |
| Switching to Scottish Power as commercial business Are you a commercial business owner looking to switch to Scottish Power? |
0800 074 0052 Monday to Friday 9am-4pm |
| Commercial business customer service Are you a commercial business on a Scottish Power business plan? |
0800 074 0052 Monday to Friday 9am-4pm |
What do people think of Scottish Power?
Scottish Power has many benefits but can improve when it comes to customer service. In a survey of customer service quality done by the company Which?, Scottish power came in 33 out of 35.
The factors considered in this survey were bill accuracy, bill clarity, customer service, customer complaint management, and value for money. In each of these categories, Scottish Power was given a 2 out of 5 score.
We provide extensive information about what customers say about Scottish Power in our article “Scottish Power Reviews” .
It is worth mentioning that, however, Scottish Power does meet expectations: They supply their customers with a reliable source of green energy, without any power cuts. Stability is the reason why they have a loyal 32 million client base.
What tariffs and rates does Scottish Power offer in Knutsford?
One of the benefits of switiching to a large supplier like Scottish Power is that they offer extra services such as boiler cover insurances. In Scottish Power's case you can combine any tariff with a quality boiler cover and make savings on your electricity and gas. If you are looking for the cheapest option, Scottish Promotes their dual fuel plans as their most economic tariff. However, in this section, we will explore all the tariffs that Scottish Power offers.
If you are looking to find out more about Scottish Power's tariffs or you have decided you would like to switch, give our experts a call at 0330 054 0018. and they will be able to inform you about everything you need to know.
Green energy plans in Knutsford
Scottish Power is one of the greenest energy suppliers of the UK’s Big 6. As of January 2019, they use 100 percent renewable electricity. As a matter of fact, they have invested in wind power and are the largest supplier of wind-farmed electricity in the country. So, with that being said, all Scottish Power’s electricity tariffs will be sourced sustainably.
Stand alone Electricity rates in Knutsford
The single electricity rates for Scottish Power are the following:
| Name of the Plan | Tariff value | Unit Price
price/kWh |
Standing Charge
price/day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Year Fixed Price Energy | 12 months fixed | 18.98 p | 32.33 p |
| 2 Years Fixed Price Energy | 24 months fixed | 18.98 p | 37.25 p |
| Standard Variable | Variable tariff | 18.981 p | 27.41 p |
Does Scottish Power offer dual rate tariffs?
If you have an Economy 7 meter, Scottish Power offers a specific tariff for them. But first, you might be asking: What is an economy 7 meter?
A Economy 7 meter has two separate rates: A standard rate for 17 hours of the day and a lower rate during seven hours of the day. During these seven hours, you are usually sleeping. If you would like an Economy 7 meter but don't have one, there is no need worry: Your supplier will most likely be able to install one for you for an additional charge.
| Name of the Plan | Tariff value | Day Rate (p/kWh)
price/kWh |
Night Rate (p/kWh)
price/kWh |
Standing Charge
price/day |
Night rate hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Variable | Variable tariff | 23.181 p | 9.382 p | 25.75 p | 00:30 – 07:30 |
| 1 Year Fixed Price Energy | 12 months fixed | 23.181 p | 9.382 p | 32.32 p | 00:30 – 07:30 |
| 2 Years Fixed Price Energy | 24 months fixed | 23.181 p | 9.382 p | 24.11 p | 00:30 – 07:30 |
Your gas & electricity distribution network operators in Knutsford?
Who distributes Knutsford's electricity?
In case of an emergency, or if you have a very specific request regarding your energy provision, then you might need to get in touch with your distributor. In Knutsford, these are the numbers to ring should you need to get in touch. In short, a distribution network operator is in charge of making sure that electricity arrives to your home from its source, which is the national grid. Distribution network operators are regional, so different parts of the UK have different operators. We often don't know how to get in touch with our operator, since customers do not usually have to speak directly to them. That being said, we believe that Knutsford inhabitants should have all the information and contact details about their DNO available to them.
How can I contact the energy distributor for Knutsford?
If you need some up-to-date information, or are experiencing a powercut in Cheshire, then you should get in touch directly with your District Network Provider.
| Company name | Company number |
|---|---|
| Electricity North West General Number | 0800 195 4141 |
| Electricity North West Emergency Number | 105 |
| Cadent Gas Number | 0345 835 1111 |
Cadent Gas Emergency Number | 0800 111 999 |
You can also visit their website for more info:
| Electricity North West | Electricity North West website |
| Cadent Gas | Cadent Gas website |