Energy Bills Will Catch Out Unwary Customers

PRLog (Press Release) – Jul 16, 2008 – The Bureau reported yesterday that it had received an influx of concerned enquiries by customers regarding their estimated energy bills. The BBC News team also highlighted severe cases where customers found themselves owing in excess of £1000, despite expecting that their direct debits would cover these costs.

Citizens Advice blames these problems on rising tariffs and billing issues, and bill payer’s difficulties are further compounded by information from Energywatch which suggests that over a third of all bills are inaccurate due to estimated meter readings.  

Sam Threlfall, Commercial Manager of National Double Glazing said:

“Homeowners are running the risk of running up enormous bills if they’re not careful, all because the amount they’re paying is based on estimates and best guesses. Sometimes these simply are not accurate.”

Threlfall went on to mention that clamping down on energy expenditure has never been more important. Taking measures such as installing double glazed windows and wall insulation will greatly reduce wasted energy, and decrease the cost of bills.

“Most importantly,” Concluded Threlfall “customers should check there estimated meter readings to avoid getting caught out.”

ENDS

Notes to editors:

National Double Glazing is a part of Quotemelocal.

Quotemelocal is an independent quote comparison service, established in 2004 by Sam Threlfall and Oliver Loveridge, which allows users to compare home improvement quotes and find the cheapest price available in their local area. National Double Glazing also seeks to provide useful consumer advice and energy saving tips for visitors.
Other consumer comparison services associated with Quotemelocal include Quotemelocal Windows and Local Skip Quotes.
Sam Threlfall is available for interview and further comment on 01638 565510. Please direct all media enquiries to Stephanie Rogers stephanie@quotemelocal.com