Switch to save money on your winter bills Change your energy provider and save up to £371*

As temperatures drop for winter, you can also expect your energy bills to rise. Consumption can double as you look to keep your home warm and comfortable over the colder months. That’s why it’s a great time to consider switching provider, with energy customers saving as much as £371 on their bill.

In 2018 prices have been hiked by as much as 9.3%†, which is another reason to look elsewhere for your energy supplier. British Gas, EOn, EDF and Scottish Power have all raised prices twice this year, placing the blame on wholesale costs.

The Competition and Markets Authority has found that consumers have been overpaying the Big Six energy suppliers to the tune of £1.4 billion a year. The government has taken steps to tackle those tariffs which represent poor value, with new legislation in force as of this winter.

Standard variable and default tariffs are now subject to a cap, and while this is progress for the industry, these are still just baseline tariffs. You can find something cheaper by comparing prices yourself, or getting someone else to do it for you.

This is where the Express Winter Collective comes in. This money-saving initiative offers customers an exclusive low-cost tariff, achieved through a customer auction between providers. All you have to do is register your interest, then you are included and given the option to take it up after your price and potential savings are confirmed. There’s no obligation to switch, it’s just a great way to hear about a better deal, and it’s free.

If you decide to take the new tariff, the Express Energy Club completes your switchover without interruption to your supply. Mark Todd, Cofounder of energyhelpline, says, “Collectives are the best opportunity to replace expensive Standard tariffs with Fixed contracts and get an exclusive deal on annual energy bills.”