Starting a New Business?
Opening a new business or taking over premises? Get expert help setting up your electricity and gas contracts from day one—at the best available rates.
We Help With
Common Scenarios
We help businesses in various situations get the right energy setup
Taking Over Premises
Buying or leasing a business property? We handle the transfer from the previous owner and ensure you start on competitive rates.
New Build / Fit-out
New premises requiring fresh connections? We coordinate with ESB Networks and suppliers to get you connected efficiently.
Adding Gas Supply
Need to add gas to your business? We handle Gas Networks Ireland coordination and supplier setup.
Why Start with a Broker?
Avoid Delays
We know the process and paperwork, helping avoid common delays that can push back your opening date.
Best Rates from Day One
Don't settle for default rates. We negotiate competitive contracts before you even open.
Right Tariff Setup
We ensure your MIC, DUoS band, and tariff category are correctly set up for your business type.
One Point of Contact
Instead of dealing with multiple suppliers and networks, work with one broker who handles everything.
Timeline for Setting Up Business Energy
How long it takes depends on whether the premises already has an active supply. Here's what to expect.
Active Supply — A Few Days to Two Weeks
If you're taking over premises with electricity and gas already connected, setting up your account is straightforward. Contact your chosen supplier with the MPRN/GPRN, a meter reading, your business details, and payment information. Take a time-stamped photo of the meter on the day you move in. Notify your supplier at least 28 days in advance where possible.
Disconnected Under Two Years — Reconnection
If the supply has been disconnected for six months to two years, you'll need an ETCI Completion Certificate from a RECI-registered electrical contractor before ESB Networks will reconnect. This adds a few weeks to the process depending on contractor availability.
New Connection — 10 to 15 Weeks
For premises disconnected over two years or brand-new builds, ESB Networks treats this as a new connection. They target a quote within 15 business days and connection within 60 business days of acceptance. You'll need planning permission, ordnance survey maps, site plans, your Eircode, and load/capacity details.
Gas Connection — 6 to 14 Weeks
New gas connections through Gas Networks Ireland follow a seven-step process: online enquiry, site survey, installer engagement, quotation, pipe installation, Declaration of Conformance, and meter fitting. Standard SME connections up to 15 metres cost €249.70 including VAT.
Documents You'll Need
Important: If you move into premises without arranging a contract, you'll be placed on deemed rates—typically the most expensive tariff available. Electric Ireland is assigned as the default supplier. You can switch away immediately, but you'll pay above-market rates until you do.