Seamless Utility Management for Change of Tenancy (COT)
Fast, reliable utility transfer and setup support for businesses moving into or out of commercial premises across the UK.
The COT Pain Point: Don't Get Caught by Deemed Rates
Moving premises is stressful enough without utility headaches. Failure to correctly manage the COT process can result in costly deemed contracts or unexpected charges. We act as your single point of contact to ensure a smooth, compliant, and cost-effective transfer of all essential utilities.
Why Timely Notification Saves Thousands
Failing to notify the supplier of the change of ownership immediately results in the new tenant being placed on the costly deemed contract tariff. Our priority is to secure a fixed, competitive rate from day one, protecting your budget.
Your Single Point of Contact (SPOC)
Instead of chasing multiple energy, gas, and water suppliers and meter operators, ABEL Utilities acts as your sole contact. We manage the paperwork and coordination across all three utilities, saving you days of administrative time.
Gas, Electricity & Water COT Support
| The COT process must be completed for all three utilities independently. We manage all three transfers simultaneously, ensuring no service is overlooked and your business is fully operational from the moment the keys are handed over. |
Our Comprehensive COT Checklist
We handle the necessary steps for gas, electricity, and water, ensuring a seamless transition whether you are moving in or moving out:
Final Meter Readings: Ensuring accurate handover bills for both incoming and outgoing parties, avoiding disputed charges.
Supplier Notification: Promptly informing the old and new suppliers of the exact date of change of occupancy.
New Contract Setup: Securing immediate, favourable contracts for the incoming tenant, bypassing expensive temporary or ‘deemed’ rates.
Disconnection/Reconnection: Coordinating supply termination for vacated sites or rapid reconnection for new ones.
How Can Our Team Help You to Reach Your Goals
Ensure Financial Clean Slate
We guarantee that outgoing tenants receive a final bill and that incoming tenants start on an affordable rate, preventing unexpected costs for both parties.
Achieve Seamless Operational Move
By coordinating all utility transfers simultaneously, we ensure electricity, gas, and water are live and active precisely on the day of occupancy.
Maintain Landlord Compliance
We provide accurate documentation and clear handover timelines, satisfying the utility requirements often outlined in commercial lease agreements.
Save Time for Core Business
We completely offload the administrative burden of utility transfers, freeing up your staff to focus on the logistics of the physical move.
Your Change of Tenancy Questions Answered (FAQs)
Common questions on Change of Tenancy
What happens if I miss the final meter reading deadline?
If final readings are not submitted promptly, the supplier may estimate usage, leading to a disputed bill. We guide you on securing and submitting accurate final readings on the day of occupancy to prevent overcharging.
How fast can you set up new contracts for a new premises?
We can typically secure and initiate the transfer of a competitive contract before you even move in, ensuring you avoid the expensive ‘deemed’ rates entirely. The full switch then completes within the usual 4-6 weeks.
