Pay As You Go

Common Questions

My smart meter top up is missing

If it hasn’t reached your meter yet, you can add it online in minutes.

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Where can I top up?

Online, in person or over the phone. Discover all the ways you can top up.

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I need a new meter card/key

If yours is lost, it’s easy to get a replacement.

Get a new one

Struggling to pay your energy bill? You’re not alone.

We know it can sometimes be difficult to pay your bills on time. But we’re here to help. Find out what support is available.

  • Speak to us as soon as possible. We can talk you through your options to help make things more affordable.

  • Seek debt advice from a reputable charity or organisation.

  • Save energy around your home with our energy saving tips.

The British Gas Energy Trust can help with independent energy debt advice across England, Scotland and Wales. You may even be eligible for a grant to help cover the costs.

Problems with a meter

Where to top up your prepayment meter

Help with Smart Pay As You Go

Understanding messages on your prepayment meter

Getting a new card or key for your prepayment meter

I have a prepayment meter, but have no supply

My smart meter isn’t working

I can't afford to top up

Using Credit, Emergency Credit & Friendly Credit

Help if you're struggling to pay for your energy

Paying us back debt on a Pay As You Go meter

Changing between Pay As You Go (prepay) and credit meters

Moving home or switching supplier

Moving from a place with a pay as you go meter

Using pay as you go meters in your new home

Prepayment energy tariffs (Pay As You Go)

Switching energy supplier when there is debt on a Pay As You Go meter

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