Switching Gas for Large Businesses

Switching process Switching your business gas supply is straightforward. Just leave us to sort out the hassles. Here’s what you can expect to happen when you switch.

Please note: our timeline shows the typical process and actual dates can vary.

Switching commercial gas for a small or medium business?
See the small & medium business switching process »


The Switching Process


Step 1

Successful application

Day 1

  • We'll begin to process your application to switch your gas supply

Step 2

Supply switch & set-up

Month up to transfer

  • We contact the transporter who owns or operates the gas pipeline to your property. We advise them we're taking over your commercial gas supply
  • The transporter notifies your existing supplier that you are switching your  gas supply to British Gas Business
  • A meter reading is taken on (or close to) the date of transfer

Step 3

Transfer day

Day 21

  • Your gas supply is switched over

Step 4

Successful connection

Day 22

  • Your site will now be on supply
  • You can now enjoy the benefits of your new business energy supply. Your first bill will be sent out as agreed in your contract terms

See also

Help from the energy experts


Notes

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