How do I get a refund from OVO when my account is in credit?

Hey @Vamatex,

I’m sorry to hear this,

Are you able to post a screenshot of what you can see on your ‘meter readings’ page on the online account or app & we can look into this for you.

That’s a ten-year-old SMETS1 meter, but I don’t think that matters in this respect. Even though it sounds stupid, it might get you over the hurdle if you submit a reading anyway. I see exactly the same sort of thing on my app, and clicking the black button takes me to the screen where I can enter a new reading. Click it and see what happens.

Hey @Vamatex,

I wonder if there’s an account specific issue going on here, maybe there’s something preventing an up to date statement from being produced? 

Have you received a recent bill? Was there an actual meter reading on it? If you’re on a fixed rate tariff, you’ll still be required to keep one month's worth of direct debit as credit in your account. If you’re on the Variable tariff you aren’t required to leave any credit on your account, although it is advisable.

Is your smart meter communicating & sending readings? The following topics might be helpful:

If your meter isn’t communicating this topic may help:

If you’re trying to get in touch with OVO, using Live Chat or Phone is 10x faster than email, which is why we recommend those instead. https://ovoenergy.com/help 

While I do respect that it may be your preference, if you refuse to use other methods and your preferred one isn’t working… Then I’m afraid you’ll stalemate yourself. Sometimes, you just have to use what’s available even if it’s not your preferred option.

I strongly recommend you give Live Chat a try anyway on Monday and someone will be able to help with this MUCH faster than via email.

I have now received my refund. Thank you all for the advice.