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Churches, mosques and places of worship play a vital role in the community. Many religious organisations do a great deal of charity work supporting their local area. We're to make sure they secure a great business electricity deal.

Why Should Places of Worship Switch Electricity Suppliers?

The main benefit of switching is to manage the cost of your electricity bills. Many churches are overpaying for the electricity they use. This is partly a result of rollover contacts. A business electricity supplier will move a customer to a rollover deal at the end of their contract.

You will often be left paying expensive rates for gas and electricity. During your electricity contract, you will have a renewal window before your deal ends. That’s why places of worship need to note their electricity contract end date.

Switching electricity tariffs can be daunting. There are so many suppliers and tariffs to choose from and contacting each supplier is time-consuming. That’s why we provide our comparison service. You can find a better electricity deal in minutes.

At Business Electricity Prices, we’ll even be in touch when your new deal is coming to an end. We’ll let you know if a better tariff is available so you can stay on a great value deal.

How Much Does It Cost To Power Churches and Mosques?

It can be difficult to understand how much you should be paying for electricity in a place of worship. The estimated annual electricity usage for a place of worship is around 26,500 kWh. Here's a breakdown of the average price you'll be paying in December 2023.

Month	Unit Price (p/ per kWh)	Standing Charge (p)	Monthly Electricity Bill (£)
December 2023	28p	120.2p	£654.89

Data is correct as of 1 December 2023. Business electricity rates are based on a two-year contract taken from a UK average price of tariffs from Love Energy Savings’ panel of suppliers. Usage estimates are based on internal sales data.

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Electricity Saving Tips for Places of Worship

electricity efficiency measures can make a big difference to your gas and electricity bills. Many churches or places of worship will offer challenges for reducing electricity usage. However, some simple measures can reduce your costs.

Consider Your Heating and Lighting

Churches and places of worship often require a lot of power to heat. Poor insulation and inefficient heating systems can make it more difficult.

Servicing boilers and pipes regularly have a cost, but it can save money. Serviced boilers are up to 15% more effective.

Insulating buildings can be very expensive. However, you can take simple steps to improve internal insulation and ventilation. Keeping doors closed and sealing gaps around windows, for example.

The same goes for lighting. Many places of worship are in near-constant use and use lights for security. Up to 25% of a church's electricity bill is associated with lighting.

Upgrading to LED lighting is a great way to reduce long-term costs. They last up to ten times longer than regular bulbs. Many brands are over 70% more electricity efficient. Encourage staff and volunteers to switch off lights after use to reduce your electricity usage.

Reducing Waste in Churches and Places of Worship

Religious groups are often passionate about conservation. Finding ways to reduce electricity waste can lower your bills and have a great impact on the environment.

Asking users of your building to support electricity efficiency measures is a good strategy. The first step could be turning off appliances and lights when not in use. Even small measures can make a big difference. For example, only filling a kettle with the required water can reduce electricity usage.

Tips to Find the Best Electricity Deal for Your Place of Worship

Make a note of your contract end date

Knowing your contract end date is vital to ensure you avoid expensive rollover rates. Find out how long your current contract is and when your renewal window opens. The information should be on your contract or a recent bill. If not, you can call your current supplier.

Compare a wide range of electricity prices

Don’t simply accept the first electricity deal on offer. Although this may seem like an easier option, you can be left stuck on expensive electricity contracts. With Business Electricity Prices, you can compare a wide range of trusted of suppliers in minutes.

Check your charitable status

Does your church or place of worship have a charitable status? If so, you could be eligible to pay a reduced rate of VAT. Charities are only required to pay a rate of 5%, rather than the full 20%.

Why Switch with Business Electricity Prices?

At Business Electricity Prices, our team will guide you through the entire switching process. You’ll be provided with a dedicated account manager who will manage your switch from start to finish. They will gather information on your electricity usage and find the right electricity deal for you.

Our electricity experts have already helped more than 300,000 businesses save more than £90 million on their electricity bills.

To find out how much you can save, simply complete our quick electricity comparison calculator.

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Energy FAQs for Places of Worship

How long does it take to switch your place of worship’s energy supplier?

It will usually take a little longer than a domestic energy switch.

Although timescales can vary, an average church energy switch will take around 4-6 weeks. This will not affect your supply.
Can I compare energy suppliers for more than one location?

If you have multiple churches or community buildings, you may be able to consolidate your bills with a multi-site energy contract.

This means your bills can be combined into one account, making it easier to keep track of your energy costs and usage across your sites. This can often be a cost-effective way to pay for your energy.
Is there a cost involved in switching my church’s energy supplier?

There is no charge for comparing energy suppliers with Business Electricity Prices.

If you are still under contract with your current energy supplier, you may be charged an exit fee for ending your contract early. Before cancelling your current energy deal, you should check with your supplier if you will be required to pay an exit fee. You can factor this into any savings you will make by switching.
What do I do if my place of worship is overpaying VAT for electricity and gas?

Check a recent energy bill. If your church has charitable status and is paying 20% VAT, it is likely that you have been overcharged. It is possible to claim back money from the past few years' over payment. Contact your energy supplier or go to the government website where you can access a VAT declaration form to apply for a refund.

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