In a volatile energy market, waiting to “see what happens” can be an expensive gamble. Whether you run a small office or a multi-site operation, locking in a lower rate now could mean significant savings over the next 12–36 months.
At Scalex Technology, we help UK businesses beat market uncertainty by fixing competitive energy tariffs at the right time.
Here’s everything you need to know about locking in lower rates for business energy — and why the time to act is now.
⚡ What Does “Locking In a Rate” Mean?
Locking in a rate means entering a fixed-term contract for your business gas or electricity. This protects your business from future price rises over the contract period (usually 1–3 years).
You pay a consistent rate per kWh, even if market prices rise.
📈 Why Lock In Now?
Here’s why fixing your rate early in 2025 makes sense:
✅ Energy Prices Remain Volatile
Global energy markets remain unpredictable due to supply chain issues, geopolitical events, and rising demand. Prices can spike with little warning.
✅ Wholesale Rates May Rise Later
If you wait, you might get caught when rates surge. Many businesses regret not locking in during past price dips.
✅ Budget Certainty
Fixed rates help with financial forecasting — no nasty surprises on your monthly bills.
✅ Beat the Competition
Businesses that act early often get better rates than those who renew last minute.
🔍 Example: Fixed vs Variable Rates
| Business Type | Fixed Contract (3 years) | Variable Tariff (Current) |
|---|---|---|
| Small Retail Shop | £0.29/kWh | £0.38+/kWh |
| Medium Office Space | £0.27/kWh | £0.36+/kWh |
| Estimated Savings | £1,200+ per year | Subject to market risk |
🧠 When Should You Lock In?
The best time is often 3–6 months before your contract ends. This gives you access to advance pricing, flexibility, and leverage when negotiating.
But even if you’re mid-contract, it’s worth doing a forward contract review now with Scalex Technology to pre-lock a better deal.
🔧 How Scalex Technology Helps You Lock In Lower Rates
With our expert brokers, we provide:
- Access to exclusive rates not available directly
- Monitoring of market movements to time your switch
- Help comparing fixed vs flexible contracts
- Custom quotes from top UK business energy suppliers
💬 Client Success Story
“Scalex helped us lock in a 24-month electricity rate just before the market jumped again. We’ve already saved over £2,000 compared to our neighbours!”
— Tom, Café Owner in Leeds
🕒 Don’t Wait for Prices to Rise Again
If you’re looking to protect your bottom line, now is the time to lock in lower energy rates before the next spike hits. Even if your contract isn’t up yet, early action often leads to better deals.
🔔 Get Your Free, No-Obligation Quote Today
Speak to a Scalex Energy Advisor and see how much you could save by locking in your gas or electricity rate today.
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