E.on energy customers set to get refunds after they were overcharged – how to claim

E.ON customers are in line for some money back on their energy bills after a payment issue meant they forked out more than they should have.

Some E.on Next customers had been overcharged on their standard tariff but the supplier has confirmed that they'll now be refunded.

With energy customers already bracing themselves for a rise in costs of almost £700 as the energy price cap goes up in just weeks, they can't afford to pay any more than they have to.

But some E.on Next customers had found they were charged the energy firm's higher, non-direct debit prices when they were meant to be payingby direct debit, reports Martin Lewis' MoneySavingExpert.

The supplier got in touch with customers who had been overcharged, issuing an apology and promising their money back – plus a little extra on top.

As well as refunding the amount that had been taken in the first place, E.on also said it would issue compensation for the inconvenience.

READ MORE SUN STORIES

The areas to be hardest hit by rising energy bills revealed – is yours on it?

I’m a debt expert – all the energy bill help you can get including cash grants

An E.on spokesperson said: "We are aware of this issue, which affected a small proportion of our customers and has now been resolved.

"Customers do not need to take any action. Credits will be applied to accounts where they are due along with a small goodwill payment as way of apology." 

Exactly how much money each affected customer will receive will vary – it depends on how much you might have been overcharged for in the first place.

But we don't know exactly how much you could get for the "goodwill payment" – we've asked E.on if it's the same for everyone affected and we'll update this story once we know more.

Most read in Money

BARGAIN HUNTER

We’re giving away our four-bed home, Range Rover and superbike for just £2

RED ALERT

Tesco DOUBLES the price of sanitary product – new cheapest place to buy revealed

LOVIN' IT

McDonald's is bringing back popular menu item TODAY and there's a new flavour

SALE AWAY

I'm a car boot sale expert and here are 9 tips to make cash from your old junk

Only a small number of people were affected by the payment mishap according to the supplier.

But if you think you've also been overcharged, it's worth getting in touch with E.on.

How to claim

If you were overcharged for your Eon Next tariff, then you should have already been contacted by the provider with details on how you'll be credited.

They may have sent you an email explaining that money is on its way back into your account so look out for his in your inbox.

Whatever you're owed as a refund will be paid back to your account automatically though.

That means there's nothing you have to do but wait for the money to clear in your bank.

On top of refunding customers, E.on has told some that they'll receive an extra payment of "goodwill".

If you haven't already been contacted, but believe there's an issue with your energy bill too, get in touch with E.on on 0808 501 5200.

Of course you have to be an E.on Next customer to claim too, but if you have any other issues with your tariff or paying your bills you should get in touch with your supplier for help.

How to get help with energy bills

If you're struggling to keep on top of your bills, or your worried about the price hikes that are on the way, there's ways you can get help.

Plenty of organisations offer advice for free, including:

  • National Debtline – 0808 808 4000
  • Step Change – 0800 138 1111
  • Citizens Advice – 0808 800 9060

But you can also cash-in on grants and scheme like the Household Support Scheme while there's still time.

You can still claim from the winter fuel payment scheme at the moment too.

The grant offers those getting the state pension between £100 and £300 to offset the cost of keeping their homes warm.

Read More on The Sun

Denise Van Outen reveals revenge porn hell after man filmed her losing virginity

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe hugs daughter Gabriella during emotional reunion

In a few weeks' time a £150 council tax discount is on its way too to help Brits with the rising cost of living.

Plus later in the year a £200 rebate on energy bills will be introduced – it has to be repaid over the next five years but it's due to help with the high price of energy in the short term.

We pay for your stories!

Do you have a story for The Sun Online Money team?

Email us at [email protected]

    Source: Read Full Article

    Previous post 'He's always there for me but seems emotionally unsure – where is this going?'
    Next post Denise Van Outen puts on brave face after revenge porn ordeal