E.ON Energy is one of the leading energy suppliers in the UK. With rising energy costs still very much part of the conversation when it comes to debts, it’s no surprise that more people are finding it impossible to pay escalating bills.
In this guide, we look at what you can do if you have fallen behind with your energy payments to E.ON Energy.
Your energy bills are one of your priority bills. Priority bills can have serious consequences if left unpaid. This could include the repossession of your home, loss of essential services (such as gas and electricity) or the involvement of bailiffs. As well as your energy bills, the following are also classed as priority bills:
If E.ON is your gas or electricity supplier, you must try to pay your current usage and any outstanding debt you owe them as a priority.
In recent years, we’ve seen energy costs rocket to unaffordable levels for many, meaning more and more households are falling behind on their energy bills. While this can be a huge money worry, there is help available.
If you are in debt to E.ON Energy, the first thing you should do is contact them. They will work with you to find a manageable solution, such as lowering your monthly direct debit if your account is in credit or helping you cut your energy usage. If you’re struggling with your payments, you can take a look at your options here.
E.ON also offers support to those in financial hardship through the E.ON Next Energy Fund. They offer grants to help pay energy bill arrears and to replace appliances such as a cooker, fridge, fridge-freezer or washing machine. You can find out more about the fund and apply here.
If you fall behind with your energy bills, you could damage your credit rating – making it harder to borrow money in the future.
You can avoid this by paying your bill on time or by contacting your provider to discuss your situation.
If you are in debt to E.ON Energy, they may charge late payment fees if you haven’t made a payment by the due date. That’s why it’s important to stay on top of your household bills as it could result in having to pay more.
If you are already in debt due to rising energy bills, we can help. We offer free, confidential, no-obligation debt advice any time, day, or night via our online debt advice tool. Or if you would prefer to speak with one of our expert debt advisors, you can call us on 01925 599400 or email info@angeladvance.co.uk
