Switch your energy supplier to British Gas in three easy steps
Switch to our fixed tariff in minutes and beat the October price cap.1
Find the right tariff for you and let us do the switching.
How to switch to British Gas
Step 1
Get a quote on our gas and electricity deals and choose your tariff.
Step 2
We’ll arrange a switch date with your current provider, with no disruption to your supply.
Step 3
We’ll let you know when your switch is complete and when to send us your first meter reading.
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Why switch to British Gas?
We’re Britain’s leading energy supplier. And here’s why.
- From offers that count to home services and smart technology – we provide more than just energy
- We’re signed up to the Energy Switch Guarantee, making sure switching is safe, fast, and easy - for everyone
- We give you choice. We offer fixed and variable energy tariffs, prepayment (Pay As You Go) tariffs and innovative electric vehicle tariffs. And, if you’re thinking about going greener with solar panels or a heat pump, check out our exclusive energy deals
- Service you can rely on. We won Best Overall Improvement in the Uswitch Energy Awards 2024. This means we performed best - out of all energy suppliers - at improving our overall customer satisfaction scores this year
- We’re looking to the future with energy-saving solutions and green initiatives.
Getting more from your energy supplier
Not all energy companies are the same. From lowering bills with half-price electricity to launching a £140m support fund to help customers who need it the most, we’re different.
We’re here for you with:
- Half-price electricity with PeakSave
- 1.5 million smart meters installed to help keep track of energy use
- Easy payments and meter reading with our new and improved mobile app
- Extra UK-based customer service advisors plus extended call and chat opening times to include weekends.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need to switch my energy to British Gas?
All we need to know to give you a quote is
- Your postcode
- Your house number or name
- Whether you want a quote for single or dual fuel
- Having a recent energy bill to hand is useful, this mean we can give you a more accurate quote.
Do I need to tell my current energy provider that I’m leaving?
No, we'll take care of that.
How long does it take to switch energy supplier?
Changing your gas and electric supplier can be completed in as little as 3-5 days. You'll also get a 14-day cooling off period where you can cancel your switch without paying exit fees.
How easy is it to switch energy supplier?
We're voluntary members of the Energy Switch Guarantee, so it's simple, fast and easy. To find out more please read our expert guide.
Does switching cost anything?
Switching shouldn't cost anything, and any credits from your previous supplier should be returned to you within 14 days of your final bill.
If you're on a fixed-rate tariff, there might be an exit fee to pay if you leave before your fixed rate ends. Otherwise, switching should be free - but check with your current supplier if you're not sure. Any credits from your previous supplier should be returned to you within 14 days of your final bill.
If you don’t find what you’re looking for in our frequently asked questions, visit our switching energy supplier guide for more information.
Additional information
Terms and conditions apply. Ofgem increased the price cap on 1st October to £1,717 for the period from 1st October to 31st December. You could save by choosing our 1-year fixed tariff instead of our Standard Variable tariff, which is governed by Ofgem’s price cap. The exact savings achieved will vary depending on your energy use.
If the price cap falls after December 2024, you could pay more for your energy with a fixed tariff See our latest predictions for the price cap.
We don’t charge an exit fee if you change from one fixed tariff to another fixed tariff.