Business Water Rates
Switch Business Water Suppliers In Just A Few Clicks
Grab exclusive business water rates in just a few clicks. It has never been easier to save money on your business’s water supply. We can help you save up to £450 on your water bill - switching is easy, and we’ll do all the hard work for you.
Business Water Rates Comparison Made Easy
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Answer a few questions so we know exactly what you need
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Choose the business water tariff that works for you
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Save up to £450
Why Compare Business Water Rates?
We believe our exclusive relationship with water retailer Everflow puts you in a powerful position. We bring together excellent customer service with exceptional value on your business water rates.
We can help businesses with multiple premises consolidate their water bills into one - making it much easier for growing businesses to save money.
We take a straightforward approach to saving our customer money on their water. We work with one retailer because they offer competitive rates, have returning customers and are rated very highly. We do not want to inflate our offering by creating a panel of retailers that offer higher prices to make our best rates look cheaper.
Why Switch Business Water Suppliers?
The government regulator Ofwat reviews water rates each April – using certain criteria, including wholesale water prices. Sound familiar? The water market operates in a similar way to energy despite its differences. We can save our customers up to £450 on their water bill.
We take the confusion away from the switching service - no jargon, no lengthy process, just a simple business water comparison that offers great rates and excellent service.
Here are some of the things you may find on your business water bill:
- SPID (Supply Point ID) - a ten-digit code used by water suppliers to identify your business’s water consumption. You will likely have 2 SPID numbers as one is for freshwater supply and the other is for wastewater removal.
- Charges for freshwater supply and wastewater removal - freshwater charges include a fixed charge for meter maintenance and a volumetric consumption charge. Wastewater charges include a fixed charge for pipe maintenance with a return to sewerage charge.
- VAT is only charged when involved in chemicals, construction, engineering, manufacturing, mining, textiles and utilities.
Average UK Business Water Rates 2024
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Regional Water Supplier |
Water Rate £/M3 |
Wastewater £/M3 |
Annual Bill (£) |
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£1.69 |
£1.97 |
£5,616 |
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£1.34 |
£1.39 |
£4,130 |
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£1.75 |
£1.29 |
£4,681 |
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£1.82 |
£2.40 |
£6,517 |
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£1.94 |
£1.17 |
£4,678 |
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£1.80 |
£1.20 |
£4,586 |
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£1.61 |
£1.93 |
£5,348 |
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£1.71 |
£2.08 |
£5,814 |
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£0.90 |
£1.61 |
£4,094 |
Prices have been collected from Ofwat, the industry regulator. Annual prices are based on a consumption of 1,500m3 annually and have been rounded to the nearest pound.
UK Business Water Suppliers
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Water Retailers |
Trustpilot Score (max 5) |
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4.5 (Excellent) |
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3.9 (Great) |
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4.5 (Excellent) |
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4.2 (Great) |
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4.9 (Excellent) |
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3.5 (Average) |
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1.5 (Bad) |
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4.6 (Excellent) |
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4.8 (Excellent) |
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4.6 (Excellent) |
Source: MOSL
What Is A Water Retailer & How Are They Different From Wholesalers?
Water wholesalers own and operate the network of pipes for specific regions. They act as wholesalers who sell supplies to retailers who package up and deliver customer service to businesses in the UK.
Business Water Rates FAQs
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Will My Water Supply Turn Off When I Switch?
No. You’re only changing the supplier who manages your billing. The pipes and other infrastructure stay the same at your business premises and the supply will flow uninterrupted.
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How Long Does It Take To Switch Business Water?
Usually around 28 days (including a ‘cooling off’ period). Remember to take a final reading before switching supplier – this helps make the whole process frictionless.
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Does It Cost To Switch Business Water Supplier?
Switching itself is free. If you’re leaving a contract early, you might need to pay a fee though.
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Do I Get a Discount For Paying My Water Bills by Direct Debit?
Some business water retail services do offer discounts if you pay by direct debit. Ask us about this.
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Can I Switch Water Suppliers If I’m Still in Contract?
Yes. You might have to pay an early contract exit fee but the savings you make might outweigh this.
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What’s SPID?
Business water suppliers use the SPID (Supply Point ID) to work out the supply to your business premises. It’s a 10-digit code followed by a letter and you’ll usually have one for your freshwater supply and another for your sewerage connection.
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Do I Need My SPID When Comparing Water Rates?
It helps provide an accurate business water quote if you have your SPID number in hand. It can be found on a recent business water bill. Your SPID number is made up of ten digits and will be followed by a 'W' (for water supplies) or an 'S' (for sewerage supplies). -
Which Water Company Supplies My Area?
You can find out who supplies your water by looking at a recent bill. If you cannot find one, you can search who your local supplier is through Water UK.
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How Do Unmetered Charges Work?
Some older buildings will not have a commercial water meter installed. In this case, your bill is not based on how much water you use. Typically your supplier will have a fixed charge for the business covering customer service and billing costs, with an additional charge based on the rateable value of the building.
A rateable value is a complex calculation suppliers use to understand how much to charge you.
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What Is A Default Water Tariff?
This is a default level of service and is commonly known as the industries Default Standard Tariff. This is the maximum a provider can charge its customers for water and waste services.
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What Is Trade Effluent Water?
Trade effluent is any effluent that is produced from a process or activity undertaken at premises that are
used to carry out a trade or industry as defined by Anglian Water.