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New Business Water Contracts

If your business is moving into a new premises new then it is important to understand what business water rates you have to pay. This guide helps answer questions that The Business Water Shop often gets asked in regards to moving into a new site.

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How do I set up a water contract
for my business?

Setting up a new business water contract couldn’t be simpler. Use our business water comparison service to compare business water suppliers and their commercial water rates. Then all you need to do is choose the best offer from the business water deals available. We will then deal with the rest for you.

 

When does my business become responsible
for paying water rates?

If your business has taken over a new premises then you become responsible for the business water bills on the day that you take over the site.

Even if you haven’t received an invoice for business water rates and you have been in the business for a while, you will likely receive a catch-up water bill from your existing water provider. Therefore we recommend that you find out who your business water supplier is sooner rather than later, to avoid any large unexpected bills for business water.

Unsure about who your new business water supplier is? Then use our Find My Water Supplier service to identify your water supplier.

I am a new business moving into a site,
who is my water provider?

If you are unsure about who your business water supplier is because you have just moved into a new premises or because you have never received an invoice, then use our Find my water Supplier service. This is where we identify the water supplier for your business.

Alternatively, if you want to enter a new business water contract for your premises then use our business water comparison service to compare business water rates & water suppliers.

 

Who do I need to notify that I have
moved into a new site?

If your business has just taken over a new premises then the existing water supplier needs to be made aware that you now occupy the new site. Also, your business will become responsible for the business water rates on the day you take over the site.

If you are not sure who your current water supplier is then use our Find My Water Supplier service and we will let you know who supplies your property for business water rates.

Also, if you are unsure about how to contact your current water provider then use our business water comparison service with your new site details and one of our team will contact them for you.

 

Why have I not received any water bills
from my business water supplier?

If you haven’t received any business water bills yet this could be because your current water provider does not know that you have taken over the site. You will need to contact your current business water supplier to let them know that you are now responsible for water rates at the property.

If you are unsure who your r new business water supplier is, you can use our Find My Water Supplier service to identify your water supplier is. If you want to set up a new business water contract, then use our business water comparison service to compare business water suppliers now.

What charges make up a business
water contract?

A business water contract consists of water and waste unit rates, each unit is based on a m3. The other half of the bill is fixed charges and these consist of water, waste, surface drainage and roads drainage.

 

What water suppliers take on new businesses?

The majority of business water suppliers will be able to take on new businesses. Some English water suppliers exclusively supply water and wastewater services to England, and some Scottish water suppliers exclusively supply water and wastewater services to Scotland.

The majority of water suppliers will offer waste and wastewater services to businesses in England & Scotland. To understand which business water providers offer services to each region check out our business water supplier guide to find out more.

If you have failed to switch to a business water supplier because your new business does not have a credit history or it has poor credit, then either call us on 0208 0365 715 or use our business water comparison service. We will be able to offer you other deals from water suppliers that are more favourable to new businesses or businesses with a poor credit history.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which water supplier is the cheapest?

  • Water suppliers service different regions of England and Scotland. They all charge different rates for business water, this depends on several different factors associated with your business water supply.

    To find out which water supplier is the cheapest for your business, use our business water comparison service to find the best deal.

  • How easy it is to switch business water suppliers?

  • Setting up a new contract with your current water provider, or switching your water supplier couldn’t be simpler. Use our business water comparison service to compare business water suppliers.

    Choose the water supplier best suited to your business, complete the online form and we will deal with everything for you. Once you have signed up to your new deal it will typically take around 3 weeks to switch to your new business water supplier.

     

  • Can I compare business water rates for my new business?

  • Yes, you can compare business water suppliers by using our business water comparison service. This allows you to choose the water supplier that suits your business best, through competitive business water rates and excellent customer service.

  • My business doesn’t use any water, will I still be charged for business water rates?

  • Even if your business doesn’t use any water, your business may still be liable for commercial water rates. There are many different charges that make up a water bill including water & wastewater usage, surface drainage, highways drainage, trade effluent charges, retail fees, and standing charges.

    It is worth understanding the charges for water that might be associated with your business premises as you don’t want to receive a large catch-up invoice from your water provider.

    Enter your details in our business water comparison service to understand what your business needs to pay for commercial water rates.

  • How do I set up a business water account in my name?

  • This is simple, all you would have to do is find the deal that is best suited to you and we will do the rest. We would start by sending you a contract and then we would process this under your business name to get the switch underway.

  • How to set up a water contract for my business?

  • Setting up a new business water contract is a straightforward process. There is no physical change to your water supply when you switch, it is only a paperwork exercise. Once you have chosen the best deal for your business, we then process everything else for you.

    Unsure about who your current supplier is? Use our Find My  Water Supplier Service to out who your water provider is.

  • What is a business water audit?

  • A business water audit can be undertaken if you believe you have been mischarged for your business water. We are able to go back 6 years and locate any abnormalities. The business water audit would distinguish the billing errors and put things right moving forward, if an error is found then you could be entitled to a refund.

  • What happens if a water supplier won't take you on due to a credit rejection?

  • A Business water supplier may have rejected you due to bad debt, poor credit score, newly incorporated business or being in a high sector. There are a few options if you have been rejected, you could try an alternative supplier or ask them to credit check another director.

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