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Here at Black Sheep Utilities, we don’t just compare energy prices! When it comes to our customers switching their business gas suppliers we pride ourselves on providing an end-to-end, tailored and seamless service.

Switching online can look quick, but the best business gas prices rarely come from a website. Getting quotes from every supplier means hours of phone calls and haggling, so let us do it for you.

Luckily it’s our job to do all the hard work and compare energy prices for you! Our expert knowledge of the market and our strong relationship with our suppliers gives us the confidence to negotiate competitive prices for your business gas.

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Energy is a vital part of running a business but why pay more than you need to?

THE BENEFITS OF SWITCHING WITH US

MONEY-SAVING

It’s always sensible to weigh up your options when you compare energy prices. Why pay more when you don’t need to? Our outstanding relationship with our suppliers has proven time and time again to save businesses money on their energy costs.

TAILORED BENEFITS

The service you receive is very important. Our friendly, expert customer service team will compare energy prices and compare the additional benefits that suppliers are offering to best suit your company’s needs.

TIME-SAVING

Comparing energy prices can be very time-consuming and overwhelming. Our dedicated team of experts will do all the leg work for you when it comes to switching suppliers. You can get on with running your business while we’re finding competitive deals for you.

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Household Gas Price Cap Rates for Comparison

There's no price cap on business gas, so you won't find a published business rate anywhere. For a rough guide, the table shows Ofgem's current household cap figures, plus the forecast for the next quarter when prices are rising. These are household figures, not business prices. What your business pays depends on your usage, meter and contract length, and we'll find that out for you.

Household gas, standard variable (default) tariff, Direct Debit, average across England, Scotland and Wales
Charge Price cap now
1 October to 31 December 2026		 Forecast
1 January to 31 March 2027
Unit rate 7.97p per kWh about 9.76p per kWh
Standing charge 29.68p per day about 31p per day

Sources: Ofgem, changes to the energy price cap between 1 October and 31 December 2026; forecast from Cornwall Insight, 16% price cap rise forecast in January (30 September 2026). A forecast is not the cap: Ofgem confirms the figures shortly before each quarter starts. Gas figures include 5% VAT; the temporary removal of VAT applies to electricity only. Actual household rates vary by region, payment method and meter.

Your business gas price won't look like these household figures. Suppliers quote each site on its own gas usage, meter and contract length, and with no cap on business prices, how you buy makes a real difference. Our Energy Team does the asking for you: we gather your details, go to suitable suppliers and arrange the contract you choose, then keep an eye on your bills afterwards.

Got a gas bill or a quote in front of you? Pop the numbers into our business energy savings calculator to see your yearly cost and how much a better rate would save.

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Compare Energy Prices - Gas - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is a Meter Point Reference Number (MPRN) gas number?
The ‘Meter Point Reference Number’ or MPRN is the unique identification number provided to each Gas supply installed in the UK and can be found on your Gas bill or printed on the front of the meter itself.
How do I convert Gas units to kWh?
In the UK, converting metered gas units to kWh is achieved by first using a correction factor of 1.02264 then multiplying by the calorific value. The calorific value is regulated but varies by supplier and Local distribution zone. It is usually between 37.5MJ/m3 and 43.0 MJ/m3. If the gas meter is imperial, it uses cubic feet: one unit equals 100 cubic feet, and a conversion factor of 2.83 is used to convert to cubic metres. The result of either this imperial or metric meter equation is then divided by 3.6 to provide the total kWh.
What is a Gas shipper?
In the UK a gas shipper is a company licensed by the Office of Gas and Electricity Markets (Ofgem) to buy, sell and arrange transport of gas through the UK gas networks owned by gas transporters.
Is there a price cap on business gas?
No. The price cap only applies to households on default tariffs. Business gas is quoted for each site on how much gas you use, your meter and the contract length, so the best way to find a good price is to let us ask suitable suppliers for you. We'll present the options that best suit your business in writing before you decide.
What are business gas prices per kWh?
There's no single published business gas rate. Suppliers quote each site on its own usage, meter and contract length, so we gather your details and get prices from suitable suppliers for you. For a household comparison only, Ofgem's price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026 is an average of 7.97p per kWh and 29.68p a day, including 5% VAT, for a household paying by Direct Debit. Pop your own unit rate and standing charge into our business energy savings calculator to see your yearly cost and what a better rate would save.
What VAT do businesses pay on gas?
Most business gas is charged VAT at the standard rate of 20%. The 5% reduced rate applies to qualifying use (domestic use or a charity's non-business use) and to small supplies of piped gas averaging no more than 145 kWh a day, or 4,397 kWh a month. The temporary 0% rate from 1 October 2026 applies to electricity only, so gas isn't affected.
Do I pay the Climate Change Levy on business gas?
Business gas supplies carry the Climate Change Levy, which your supplier charges on your bill. The main rate for gas is £0.00801 per kWh from 1 April 2026, rising to £0.00827 per kWh from 1 April 2027. It isn't charged on supplies to domestic consumers or on a charity's non-business use.
What happens if my business gas contract ends and I do nothing?
Your gas moves onto out-of-contract rates, and they're usually more expensive than a fixed-term contract. To stop that happening, we always advise arranging your next contract as early as possible, normally 12 months before your renewal date, and our retentions team keeps track of the dates for you.

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