If you manage business energy, you’ve probably come across the term kVA—but what does it actually mean, and why does it matter?
At Scalex Technology, we offer a free kVA review to ensure your business isn’t overpaying for unused energy capacity. In this blog, we break down what kVA is, how it affects your bills, and how to make sure you’re only paying for what you really need.
What is kVA?
kVA stands for kilovolt-amps. It’s a measure of your business’s agreed supply capacity—in other words, how much electricity you’re allowed to draw from the grid at any one time.
- Think of it like a motorway: If electricity is traffic, kVA is the number of lanes your business is allowed to use.
- The more kVA you have, the more energy your site can draw instantly—but it comes at a cost.
Businesses are charged a capacity charge based on their agreed kVA limit, whether or not they use the full amount.
Why kVA Matters for Your Business
🔌 Too high? You’re likely paying for unused capacity.
⚠️ Too low? You risk exceeding your limit, triggering penalty charges from the network operator.
That’s why having the right kVA allocation is crucial for both cost control and operational reliability.
Who Needs to Review Their kVA?
You should review your kVA if:
- Your business has moved premises
- You’ve added or removed large equipment
- Your operating hours or production processes have changed
- You haven’t reviewed your capacity in the past 12 months
- Your bills include excess capacity charges or reactive power charges
What’s Included in a Free kVA Review from Scalex Technology?
At Scalex Technology, our energy consultants will:
✅ Analyse your historic usage patterns
✅ Review your current kVA allocation
✅ Identify cost-saving opportunities
✅ Submit a revised capacity request if required
✅ Ensure compliance with Distribution Network Operator (DNO) regulations
The process is quick, easy, and can lead to significant savings on your electricity bills.
Real-World Example
A manufacturing client with a kVA allowance of 500 was only using around 310 kVA on average. After our review, we helped them reduce their supply to 350 kVA—saving over £4,000 a year in capacity charges alone.
Don’t Overpay for Power You Don’t Use
With energy prices remaining volatile, now is the time to make sure you’re only paying for the energy your business actually needs.
📞 Book Your Free kVA Review Today
Let Scalex Technology take the stress out of energy management. Our team will help you unlock savings and stay in control.
👉 Contact us07428225644 now for your free consultation.
