I'm moving out - When should I submit my final readings?

Great question to ask, we know that final meter readings are an easy one to forget when you’re moving home. Unless you’ve got smart meters installed, it’s best to take a manual reading on your actual moving day (although popping in some readings in the meantime never hurts).

You can submit these readings via the ‘meter readings’ page of your online account or OVO app (download for Android or iOS). You can also let us know you need to close your account here, just click on the ‘Moving home’ menu option. You’ll need to close your account on the final date of your tenancy agreement unless agreed otherwise with your landlord, so best to get the readings taken as close to this date as possible.

If you aren’t able to get the readings from the exact date your account ends, we’ll use an estimated reading reading which is calculated based on your Estimated Annual Consumption. You’ll receive a final statement based on this reading within 4 weeks of moving and your Direct Debit is automatically refunded at this point too, so no need to cancel it yourself. Any remaining credit would be refunded back to the same account, once you’ve received the final statement.

There’s more great advice on what to consider about your energy when you move home on this great guide and more general moving advice here.

 Good Luck with the new home!