Fuse Energy Moving Home Guide: Set Up Supply Right

Fuse energy moving home starts the moment you know your completion or tenancy date: tell Fuse you are leaving, give a final meter reading at your old address, and register the supply at your new one so you are not left on an expensive default rate. Getting this right protects your fixed price and stops you paying for energy you did not use.

The biggest risk for anyone who has just moved is a deemed contract, the default tariff the new property’s existing supplier puts you on automatically. Deemed rates track the Ofgem price cap, so they are rarely the cheapest deal available. This Free Price Compare walkthrough covers the exact steps, the £50 Fuse exit fee, whether your fixed tariff can follow you, and how to compare a better deal once you are settled.

Last updated: August 2026

Written by the Free Price Compare editorial team | Reviewed August 2026

What to do about Fuse Energy on your move-out day

Contact Fuse Energy as soon as you have a confirmed move date, then submit a final meter reading at your old property on the day you leave. Fuse’s digital-first setup lets you handle this through the app, including its in-app ‘Move out’ feature, so you can close the old account and open a new one without a phone call. A clear final reading is what stops Fuse estimating your closing bill and charging you for energy the next occupier uses. Keep a photo of the meter display with the date visible as your evidence in case of any dispute.

Fuse Energy supplies gas and electricity to homes across England, Scotland and Wales, and manages moves entirely online. If you are also weighing up whether to stay with Fuse or look elsewhere, our comparison of Fuse Energy versus OVO Energy on price and service is a useful starting point once your readings are logged.

• Tell Fuse your move-out date at least 48 hours ahead where possible.
• Take a photo of the gas and electricity meter readings on the day you leave.
• Give Fuse a forwarding address so your final bill reaches you.
• Check whether an exit fee applies before you close the account.

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Can I take my Fuse fixed tariff when I move?

Yes, you can take a protected Fuse fixed tariff with you when you move, but Fuse registers your new property onto a new fixed tariff agreement rather than transferring the old contract unchanged. In practice this means your protected unit rates follow you, while the paperwork resets to the new address. This matters because a fixed tariff is tied to a specific meter point, identified by its MPAN for electricity and MPRN for gas, so a new home needs its own registration. Confirm with Fuse in writing that the same rates apply before you rely on them, as regional pricing and meter type can affect what carries across.

Taking a fixed deal with you is worth doing when your current rate is below the Ofgem price cap, because the alternative at a new address is often a deemed contract at cap-level prices. If your Fuse fix is close to or above the cap, it may be better to compare a new deal instead once you have moved.

How much is the Fuse Energy exit fee?

The Fuse Energy exit fee is £50 on its fixed tariffs when you leave early, whether or not the reason is a house move, unless you are within the first 14 days of the contract’s cooling-off period (Fuse Energy, 2026 – verify against live terms before you act). This is a per-fuel or per-account charge set out in Fuse’s terms, so read your specific tariff documents to confirm how it is applied to your account. If you are still inside the 14-day cooling-off window, you can leave without paying the fee, which is a common point of confusion when people switch shortly after signing up.

Exit fees vary widely across suppliers, so £50 is not unusual for a fixed deal. If you want to understand how these charges work and when they can be avoided, our guide to exit fees and switching without extra charges explains the principles that apply across the market.

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What is a deemed contract and why does it cost more?

A deemed contract is the default energy tariff you are automatically placed on when you move into a property and start using gas or electricity before choosing your own supplier or deal. You have not signed anything, so the existing supplier at the property applies its standard variable rates, which track the Ofgem price cap and are rarely the cheapest option available. From 1 July 2026, the price cap is set at £1,663 a year for a typical dual-fuel household on new consumption values, according to Ofgem’s price cap announcement. On the previous typical-use basis, the same cap equals around £1,862 a year, which is the figure to use when comparing like-for-like with earlier periods.

You are never trapped on a deemed contract. There are no exit fees to leave one, and you can switch to a fixed or cheaper variable deal as soon as you like. The sooner you compare and switch, the fewer days you spend paying cap-level rates rather than a fixed price that could sit below them.

How deemed contract energy rates compare to the price cap

Deemed contract energy rates for a new occupier mirror the Ofgem price cap unit rates and standing charges, because the default tariff is the supplier’s standard variable rate. For Q3 2026 (1 July to 30 September), the cap sets electricity at an average 26.11p per kWh with a 57.19p daily standing charge, and gas at 7.33p per kWh with a 29.04p daily standing charge, according to Ofgem’s Q3 2026 price cap figures. A fixed deal below these rates saves money over the term, which is why comparing quickly after a move usually pays off.

How to change energy supplier when moving house

Start by finding out who supplies the new property, take an opening meter reading on move-in day, and let that supplier set up a deemed contract while you compare a better deal. You do not have to accept the inherited tariff, and there are no penalties for leaving a deemed contract. Once you have your opening reading and the property’s MPAN and MPRN meter numbers, you can request a switch to any supplier or tariff you choose. Comparing on a whole-of-market basis is the quickest route to a deal that beats the price cap.

Free Price Compare compares tariffs across the market and sources data from Ofgem publications, so you can see how a fixed deal stacks up against the deemed rate at your new address. If price is not your only concern, our guide on what matters beyond price when choosing an energy tariff covers service, exit fees and contract length.

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How the Energy Switch Guarantee protects your move

The Energy Switch Guarantee means your switch to a new supplier completes within a set timescale and you are protected if anything goes wrong, with the supplier handling the transfer for you. Under Ofgem’s Guaranteed Standards of Performance, you are entitled to automatic compensation if a switch is delayed beyond the agreed period or the wrong details cause a problem, as set out by Ofgem’s switching guidance. You keep supply throughout, so there is no risk of being cut off while a switch processes. Keep your opening meter reading safe, as it is the figure the new supplier uses to open your account correctly.

I moved into a house with smart meters – how do I take over?

Register with the property’s existing supplier first, giving them your move-in date and the smart meter’s readings, then switch to your chosen deal if it is not the cheapest. A smart meter records readings automatically, but you should still note or photograph the display on move-in day so your opening balance is accurate and the account is put in your name. If the smart meter is in prepayment mode, ask the supplier to confirm the credit position and whether it can switch to credit billing. Taking over online is usually possible with digital-first suppliers, though some transfers need a short call to confirm identity.

Smart meters do not change your right to switch or your protection under the price cap. You inherit a deemed contract in the same way as with a traditional meter, and you can compare and move to a better tariff whenever you choose.

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What should I check first when I get the keys?

Locate the gas and electricity meters, take readings, and find out who currently supplies the property before you switch anything on or set up direct debits. Knowing the current supplier lets you open an account correctly and avoids a gap where energy use is unaccounted for. Check whether the meters are credit or prepayment, note the MPAN and MPRN numbers if you can find them on a recent bill left behind, and ask about the Priority Services Register if anyone in the household would benefit from extra support. If a vulnerable resident needs it, registering brings services such as advance notice of planned power cuts.

Once the basics are logged, focus on the running costs of the home itself. Understanding what uses the most energy in a typical home helps you judge whether your consumption is likely to sit above or below the price cap’s typical-use assumptions, which affects how much a cheaper unit rate is worth to you.

• Find and photograph both meters on move-in day.
• Identify the current supplier, then set up an account in your name.
• Confirm whether meters are credit or prepayment.
• Compare a fixed deal against the deemed rate before you settle.
• Register for the Priority Services Register if eligible.

Is Fuse Energy any good for movers?

Fuse Energy suits movers who prefer to manage everything digitally, as it runs app and online support rather than a customer service phone line, and its ‘Add property’ and ‘Move out’ features are built for changing address. Fuse entered the UK market as the first new supplier after the 2021-2022 energy crisis and has focused on competitive pricing since. It also reinvests profits into renewable projects, operating solar and wind capacity in the UK. For someone comfortable handling readings and account changes through an app, the move process is straightforward; for someone who wants to speak to an adviser by phone, the online-only model is a genuine consideration.

Whether Fuse is right for your new home comes down to the tariff price at that postcode and how you like to manage your account. Comparing Fuse against other suppliers on both cost and service, rather than assuming your old deal is still best at the new address, is the practical next step after a move.

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Information correct as of 11 August 2026. Prices, tariffs, policy details and providers change frequently, so please check the latest details before making a decision. This article is for general information only and does not constitute financial advice. Free Price Compare is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).