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Switching water supplier in Scotland is just the start of a strategic focused water cost reduction process.
Author: Graham Mann, Water Audit Expert.
Many companies across the UK are now focusing on water cost reduction driven by the need to reduce costs and reduce waste switching water supplier is just the start of a strategic, focused water cost reduction process.
The best way by far is to consider utilising the services of an experienced water consultant, this will ensure you obtain the best possible deal, not only % discount on charges but in addition value services.
What discounts can you expect to achieve? At the moment there are deal available of between 5.5% at the lower end and 19% at the top end, much is dependant on water volumes and other factors such as whether or not your company discharges Trade Effluent and whether you use the services of a company that provides water cost reduction services in which case you are likely to achieve 1% to 2% more discount than if you approached the new licenced water providers in Scotland. We have heard of large national companies receiving less than 10% discount dealing directly with the water companies.
What contract duration should I specify? No more than 3 years, more licensed providers may enter the water market and provide better deals, also those already in the water market may be put under pressure to also offer better deals.
How easy is it to switch water suppliers in Scotland? Very simple.
* Nominate your water cost reduction consultant (Recommended).
* Supply a copy of the water bills for all sites in Scotland and request the best deal based on billing information supplied.
* Specify 3 year deal, 21 day payment.
* Within 5 working days you should receive your offer, if you accept the terms it should then be a 14 day change over process.
How much will it cost me to switch water supplier? Water consultants fees should range between £500 to £1,500 but much is dependant on the number of water accounts that require switching, we would NOT recommend a share of savings deal you will pay more!
Interested in switching water supplier? email graham.mann@h2obuildingservices.co.uk the first 10 companies to request this service we will get you the best deal and switch water supplier Free of Charge!