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What happens if I'm on a time of use plan and start to use more energy during the day?
If you find you're unable to continue using, more of your energy during the cheaper time bands (off peak), then it may be better to switch back to the anytime plan - Home Plan (A1). If you're using more during the peak periods, then your energy bill will increase as you'll no longer be taking advantage of the cheaper rates offered during off period. Compare energy plans to find the best one to suit your lifestyle If you find you're unable to continue using, more of your energy during the cheaper time bands (off peak), then it may be better to switch back to the anytime plan - Home Plan (A1). If you're using more during the peak periods, then your energy bill will increase as you'll no longer be taking advantage of the cheaper rates offered during off period. Compare energy plans to find the best one to suit your lifestyle
What happens if my new home has solar and or battery storage installed?
Depending on the type and size of the system - you may be eligible to participate in the Distributed Energy Buyback Scheme (DEBS) which means you can earn some extra cash when exporting excess energy back in to the grid which will be applied as a credit to your electricity bill. Call us on 13 13 53 to find out more. Depending on the type and size of the system - you may be eligible to participate in the Distributed Energy Buyback Scheme (DEBS) which means you can earn some extra cash when exporting excess energy back in to the grid which will be applied as a credit to your electricity bill. Call us on 13 13 53 to find out more.
Understanding my bill
The bills we send out have a fair bit of important information on them, while most of it is pretty straightforward; there are some things that may need a little more explanation. The bills we send out have a fair bit of important information on them, while most of it is pretty straightforward; there are some things that may need a little more explanation.
Why is multi-factor authentication required?
Your protection is our priority, we have upgraded your login experience to increase customer account security with the introduction of multi-factor authentication or MFA. Your protection is our priority, we have upgraded your login experience to increase customer account security with the introduction of multi-factor authentication or MFA.
How secure is My Account?
We take great care to handle your personal details using up-to-date security technology. Data is transmitted using secure encryption. The security details can be verified by clicking on the padlock icon in the web browser. Payments conform to the Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standard. When conducting web payments, the credit card details are only transmitted between the browser and the payment merchant (Commonwealth BPoint). We take great care to handle your personal details using up-to-date security technology. Data is transmitted using secure encryption. The security details can be verified by clicking on the padlock icon in the web browser. Payments conform to the Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standard. When conducting web payments, the credit card details are only transmitted between the browser and the payment merchant (Commonwealth BPoint).
What happens if my energy supply is interrupted?
If your power outage is causing an emergency, call Western Power on 13 13 51 right away. It's best to use a landline phone if you’re calling about power problems, because they don’t need power to operate. We can also recognise your location and pass on the right information to you. If your power outage is causing an emergency, call Western Power on 13 13 51 right away. It's best to use a landline phone if you’re calling about power problems, because they don’t need power to operate. We can also recognise your location and pass on the right information to you.
Can I transfer my net feed-in tariff to another home?
Unfortunately no. The net feed-in tariff can only be applied to the home registered against the subsidy. Any subsequent customer that moves into this premises will be entitled to receive this subsidy, but only for the remaining balance of the 10 year period. Read the REBS terms and conditions. Unfortunately no. The net feed-in tariff can only be applied to the home registered against the subsidy. Any subsequent customer that moves into this premises will be entitled to receive this subsidy, but only for the remaining balance of the 10 year period. Read the REBS terms and conditions.
How do I organise a meter for my building site?
Building a home is a fun yet exhaustive process. Whether you need to get a temporary or permanent supply to your site, this is a good place to start. Building a home is a fun yet exhaustive process. Whether you need to get a temporary or permanent supply to your site, this is a good place to start.
Will I be disconnected if I can't afford to pay my bill?
If you’re having trouble paying your bill: Apply for a payment arrangement that allows you to pay off what's owing over time by regular instalments. Just have a copy of your bill or My Account log in details handy to get started... Set up a payment arrangement If your circumstances change and you're unable to meet your payment plan, please call us on 13 13 53 as soon as possible . Together, we can find an appropriate payment solution to make it easier to manage your bills and avoid getting into debt. Learn more about Synergy’s Financial Hardship policy Other services and assistance that can help: Arrange for automatic deductions from your Centrelink payments via Centrepay Seek the assistance of a financial counsellor Claim all relevant concessions you’re eligible for e.g. pensioner rebates Check if you’re eligible to apply for the Government’s Hardship Utility Grant Scheme (HUGS) If you’re having trouble paying your bill: Apply for a payment arrangement that allows you to pay off what's owing over time by regular instalments. Just have a copy of your bill or My Account log in details handy to get started... Set up a payment arrangement If your circumstances change and you're unable to meet your payment plan, please call us on 13 13 53 as soon as possible . Together, we can find an appropriate payment solution to make it easier to manage your bills and avoid getting into debt. Learn more about Synergy’s Financial Hardship policy Other services and assistance that can help: Arrange for automatic deductions from your Centrelink payments via Centrepay Seek the assistance of a financial counsellor Claim all relevant concessions you’re eligible for e.g. pensioner rebates Check if you’re eligible to apply for the Government’s Hardship Utility Grant Scheme (HUGS)
When will price changes come into effect?
Changes to regulated electricity tariffs, fees, charges, and DEBS buyback rates are effective from 1 July 2024, subject to relevant legislation taking effect by that date. See synergy.net.au/pricechanges for details on the changes. Changes to regulated electricity tariffs, fees, charges, and DEBS buyback rates are effective from 1 July 2024, subject to relevant legislation taking effect by that date. See synergy.net.au/pricechanges for details on the changes.