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Find out if your business can switch water retailer

Most businesses, charities and public sector organisations in England can choose their water and wastewater retailer.
In Wales, you can choose your water retailer if your business premises use more than 50 million litres of water a year. But you can’t switch your wastewater retailer.
Check if you already have a retailer – If your premises already have a water or wastewater retailer, you are likely to be eligible.  Find your current retailer

Check your eligibility – If you do not currently have a retailer, your eligibility depends on:
  • whether your premises are mainly used for business
  • whether they are served by a wholesaler in England or Wales
Use the eligibility checker to see if your premises qualify.   

Multiple or new premises? – You must check eligibility for each premises separately. If you have a new premises and are eligible, you can contact any retailer to provide services. If you do not choose one, a retailer will be appointed for you.   

If you are unsure – the eligibility checker provides an indication of whether your premises is eligible based on information you submit, but does not give a final decision.
If you are unsure, you should:

If you disagree with a retailer’s decision, you can ask Ofwat to make a formal decision.

Eligibility guide and checker
Most businesses, charities and public sector organisations in England can choose their water and wastewater retailer.
In Wales, you can choose your water retailer if your business premises use more than 50 million litres of water a year. But you can’t switch your wastewater retailer.
You cannot choose your

Use our step-by-step eligibility checker to see if you qualify.

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