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What if I do not have a time-of-use compatible meter?
Most recently built homes have a compatible meter that can be re-programmed to suit a time-of-use tariff. Otherwise, you need to have a new meter installed. There are two types of meters which you can choose from depending on the existing meter installed at your property or the appliances you use. Meter options and installation costs for new and existing homes are available on the product information page. When you are ready to request a new meter, please either contact us to arrange installation at your home. If you are unsure which meter is best for you, consider contacting an electrician for advice. Most recently built homes have a compatible meter that can be re-programmed to suit a time-of-use tariff. Otherwise, you need to have a new meter installed. There are two types of meters which you can choose from depending on the existing meter installed at your property or the appliances you use. Meter options and installation costs for new and existing homes are available on the product information page. When you are ready to request a new meter, please either contact us to arrange installation at your home. If you are unsure which meter is best for you, consider contacting an electrician for advice.
What is multi-factor authentication?
Multi-factor authentication (also known as MFA) is a security measure that requires customers to enter a code sent via text message or via email as an additional identity factor before accessing their account. Multi-factor authentication (also known as MFA) is a security measure that requires customers to enter a code sent via text message or via email as an additional identity factor before accessing their account.
How do I add a mobile number or email address to my Synergy account?
Please call our contact centre on 13 13 53 between Monday to Friday 7am to 7pm (residential customers), or on 13 13 54 Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm (business customers), to update your account details. Please call our contact centre on 13 13 53 between Monday to Friday 7am to 7pm (residential customers), or on 13 13 54 Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm (business customers), to update your account details.
Need more time to pay?
Getting help with your Synergy bill is probably easier than you think. If you just need a bit more time to pay or would like to pay regular instalments to get a bill paid, you can apply for a payment extension or set up a payment arrangement. Explore our options to find the right solution for you. Learn more Getting help with your Synergy bill is probably easier than you think. If you just need a bit more time to pay or would like to pay regular instalments to get a bill paid, you can apply for a payment extension or set up a payment arrangement. Explore our options to find the right solution for you. Learn more
Can I change organisation name in My Account?
To change your organisation name, you will need to contact us on 13 13 54 to verify your business details before we can proceed the change. The terms of your existing contract/s will remain the same with the change of details and the previous bills shall remain in the same name prior to the change. To change your organisation name, you will need to contact us on 13 13 54 to verify your business details before we can proceed the change. The terms of your existing contract/s will remain the same with the change of details and the previous bills shall remain in the same name prior to the change.
Is a gas tariff right for your business?
If your business spends more than $6,400** per year on gas, there’s a government regulated tariff available. A regulated electricity or gas tariff is defined as a standard contract. The terms of a standard contract are governed by regulations and must be approved by the Economic Regulation Authority. Find out more information on the government regulated gas tariff. **Approximately 180GJ gas per year. If your business spends more than $6,400** per year on gas, there’s a government regulated tariff available. A regulated electricity or gas tariff is defined as a standard contract. The terms of a standard contract are governed by regulations and must be approved by the Economic Regulation Authority. Find out more information on the government regulated gas tariff. **Approximately 180GJ gas per year.
How does Renewable Energy Buyback Scheme (REBS) affect my bill?
In a really good way! When the sun is shining bright, you'll harness the energy from the sun to power your home so you don't have to pay for any electricity during this time. Whenever your panels aren't producing enough energy to power your home, we'll supply the electricity to your home instead. So you'll only pay for the electricity we supply you. Plus, you'll also be doing your bit for the environment by reducing your carbon footprint. Any money earned for exporting energy back to the grid, will be displayed as a credit on your next bill. Once your credit reaches $75 or more... we'll deliver the money you've earned straight to your nominated bank account if you've registered for Automated REBS Payments. In a really good way! When the sun is shining bright, you'll harness the energy from the sun to power your home so you don't have to pay for any electricity during this time. Whenever your panels aren't producing enough energy to power your home, we'll supply the electricity to your home instead. So you'll only pay for the electricity we supply you. Plus, you'll also be doing your bit for the environment by reducing your carbon footprint. Any money earned for exporting energy back to the grid, will be displayed as a credit on your next bill. Once your credit reaches $75 or more... we'll deliver the money you've earned straight to your nominated bank account if you've registered for Automated REBS Payments.
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.
Do I need local council approval to install solar?
This varies depending on your individual circumstances. It’s best to double check with your solar installer and local council before proceeding with a solar power system. This varies depending on your individual circumstances. It’s best to double check with your solar installer and local council before proceeding with a solar power system.
Can I cancel my green energy contribution?
Yes, you can cancel your green energy at any time by updating your preferences in My Account. We'll backdate your cancellation or changes to the first day of the current billing period. No cancellation or change fees apply. Yes, you can cancel your green energy at any time by updating your preferences in My Account. We'll backdate your cancellation or changes to the first day of the current billing period. No cancellation or change fees apply.
Who do I call if I have a gas emergency or fault?
For gas emergency or supply faults, if you can smell gas, or if your gas supply has been interrupted, call ATCO's Gas Emergency Line on 13 13 52. For gas emergency or supply faults, if you can smell gas, or if your gas supply has been interrupted, call ATCO's Gas Emergency Line on 13 13 52.
How long will it take for Synergy to address my complaint?
We will work towards addressing your complaint within 20 business days. We will contact you by phone or in writing (if requested) if we need you to supply more information.If your complaint refers to issues that affect the payment of a bill by the due date, we will extend the payment deadline while your complaint is being investigated.We also undertake not to disconnect your electricity supply for non-payment of a bill where your complaint relates directly to your bill, while your complaint is being reviewed.You have a right to have a complaint considered by a senior employee within Synergy if you are not satisfied with the manner in which the complaint is being handled. We will work towards addressing your complaint within 20 business days. We will contact you by phone or in writing (if requested) if we need you to supply more information.If your complaint refers to issues that affect the payment of a bill by the due date, we will extend the payment deadline while your complaint is being investigated.We also undertake not to disconnect your electricity supply for non-payment of a bill where your complaint relates directly to your bill, while your complaint is being reviewed.You have a right to have a complaint considered by a senior employee within Synergy if you are not satisfied with the manner in which the complaint is being handled.
Are there any tariff based options available?
We offer a range of tariffs based on standard contracts, suitable for a range of businesses from small to midsized to large industries. Learn more about the tariff options available: Regulated tariffs for businesses spending less than $16,000 p.a. on electricity Regulated tariffs for businesses spending more than $16,000 p.a. on electricity We offer a range of tariffs based on standard contracts, suitable for a range of businesses from small to midsized to large industries. Learn more about the tariff options available: Regulated tariffs for businesses spending less than $16,000 p.a. on electricity Regulated tariffs for businesses spending more than $16,000 p.a. on electricity
Battery capacity
This is the amount of energy a battery is able to store and deliver in a single discharge. Battery capacity is usually measured in kilowatt hours (kWh) for home batteries. This is the amount of energy a battery is able to store and deliver in a single discharge. Battery capacity is usually measured in kilowatt hours (kWh) for home batteries.
Kilowatt (kW)
This is a unit that power is measured in. See the definition of power. This is a unit that power is measured in. See the definition of power.
Charge/discharge rate
This is the rate at which a battery can be charged and discharged. It’s a measurement of power and can be expressed in kilowatts(kW). The higher the charge rate, the faster your battery will be able to charge. The lower the discharge rate, the longer your battery will last but you’ll need to rely on the grid to support larger appliances. This is the rate at which a battery can be charged and discharged. It’s a measurement of power and can be expressed in kilowatts(kW). The higher the charge rate, the faster your battery will be able to charge. The lower the discharge rate, the longer your battery will last but you’ll need to rely on the grid to support larger appliances.
Kilowatt-Hour (kWh)
This is a unit of measurement for energy. See the definition of energy. This is a unit of measurement for energy. See the definition of energy.
Solar panels
These are panels designed to absorb the sun’s rays as a source of energy for generating electricity. If you’re looking for a solar system for your home, the solar panels will be installed on your roof, in a position that will catch the most sunshine. These are panels designed to absorb the sun’s rays as a source of energy for generating electricity. If you’re looking for a solar system for your home, the solar panels will be installed on your roof, in a position that will catch the most sunshine.
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.
Which is better for my business - a plan or tariff?
If your business spends more than $16,000 per year on your electricity, then a business plan is likely to offer you more benefits than a government, regulated tariff. Business plans can offer tailored, energy solutions that include a range of benefits such as discounted rates to help save you money or fixed rates that allow more control over your energy costs with minimal surprises. If your business spends more than $16,000 per year on your electricity, then a business plan is likely to offer you more benefits than a government, regulated tariff. Business plans can offer tailored, energy solutions that include a range of benefits such as discounted rates to help save you money or fixed rates that allow more control over your energy costs with minimal surprises.
Can I receive my bill notification via SMS?
Yes. As a part of Paperless you can also opt into receiving an SMS reminder when your bill's arrived and we will also send you a friendly reminder just before your bill is due so you can avoid any late fees. Another good reason to switch to Paperless. Switch now Yes. As a part of Paperless you can also opt into receiving an SMS reminder when your bill's arrived and we will also send you a friendly reminder just before your bill is due so you can avoid any late fees. Another good reason to switch to Paperless. Switch now
How do I get the temporary meter removed?
Call us on 13 13 53 to arrange removal. We'll arrange with Western Power to remove the meter for you. Please note, a temporary supply removal fee of $576.95 (inc GST) is charged by Synergy in order to recover costs charged by Western Power to visit a site and remove a temporary supply. This fee may change from time to time but as of 1 July 2024 it's correct. Call us on 13 13 53 to arrange removal. We'll arrange with Western Power to remove the meter for you. Please note, a temporary supply removal fee of $576.95 (inc GST) is charged by Synergy in order to recover costs charged by Western Power to visit a site and remove a temporary supply. This fee may change from time to time but as of 1 July 2024 it's correct.
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.
Will I still receive a Synergy bill if I sign up for BPAY View?
No, not directly to your inbox or mailbox. When you sign up for BPAY view you are agreeing for us to send your power bill to your online banking portal which means you can access your bill through your financial institution and you will not receive a paper or paperless bill directly from Synergy. If you're signed up to BPAY view please be aware that you will not eligible for the following services - Paperless (including SMS) and Automated REBS Payments. Should you want to opt in to any of these Synergy services, you'll need to contact your financial institution to cancel your BPAY view before we can opt you in to these. No, not directly to your inbox or mailbox. When you sign up for BPAY view you are agreeing for us to send your power bill to your online banking portal which means you can access your bill through your financial institution and you will not receive a paper or paperless bill directly from Synergy. If you're signed up to BPAY view please be aware that you will not eligible for the following services - Paperless (including SMS) and Automated REBS Payments. Should you want to opt in to any of these Synergy services, you'll need to contact your financial institution to cancel your BPAY view before we can opt you in to these.
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.
Are there any instalment amount limits?
There is a $20 minimum Direct Debit instalment amount; however there are no maximum dollar limits you can pay through My Account. The only restrictions could be the credit card limit or daily maximum transfer limit imposed by your bank. There is a $20 minimum Direct Debit instalment amount; however there are no maximum dollar limits you can pay through My Account. The only restrictions could be the credit card limit or daily maximum transfer limit imposed by your bank.
I am on a green energy option, how will Midday Saver affect me?
You will stay signed-up to the green energy option, whether it is NaturalPower® or EasyGreen®. But it means that instead of paying the premium on top of the Home Plan (A1) flat rate, the same premium will now be added to all of the applicable Midday Saver variable rates. You will stay signed-up to the green energy option, whether it is NaturalPower® or EasyGreen®. But it means that instead of paying the premium on top of the Home Plan (A1) flat rate, the same premium will now be added to all of the applicable Midday Saver variable rates.
My last meter reading was estimated and it has prevented me from receiving my DEBS or REBS payment. What should I do?
There could be a variety of reasons why your bill was estimated. It may be because the meter reader was unable to gain access to your meter to take a reading. Please contact our customer service centre on 13 13 53 so that we can assist you further. For REBS customers only - As part of the Automated REBS Payment Terms & Conditions, automated payments can only be made based on actual readings, taken by Western Power. If this condition is not met at the time you are being billed, the refund will not be processed automatically and your REBS credits remain against your account. This is to ensure the accuracy of the credits applied. There could be a variety of reasons why your bill was estimated. It may be because the meter reader was unable to gain access to your meter to take a reading. Please contact our customer service centre on 13 13 53 so that we can assist you further. For REBS customers only - As part of the Automated REBS Payment Terms & Conditions, automated payments can only be made based on actual readings, taken by Western Power. If this condition is not met at the time you are being billed, the refund will not be processed automatically and your REBS credits remain against your account. This is to ensure the accuracy of the credits applied.
I use LPG (liquid petroleum gas) can Synergy supply me?
No. Synergy can currently only supply reticulated natural gas. No. Synergy can currently only supply reticulated natural gas.
Is paying online using my credit/debit card secure?
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).
How secure are my Direct Debit details?
We take protecting your information seriously. Any bank account or credit/debit card details your provide us are kept private and confidential. We’ll only disclose this information, if necessary, to process payments, investigate disputes, or, if we are legally obliged to. We take protecting your information seriously. Any bank account or credit/debit card details your provide us are kept private and confidential. We’ll only disclose this information, if necessary, to process payments, investigate disputes, or, if we are legally obliged to.
Will I still receive a bill if I switch to Paperless?
Yes. You’ll receive your bill by email (as a PDF attachment) instead of by post. Your Synergy bill will look the same, but you’ll receive it electronically. You can choose to save, print or share your bill. Paperless billing allows you to manage your bill without paper (unless you choose to print it yourself) and keep your bills together online, through My Account. In the future, if you decide to switch back to receiving your bill in the mail, you can do this – but please note a paper-based billing fee may apply. We’ll ask for feedback on why you’d like to switch back, to help improve our services. Yes. You’ll receive your bill by email (as a PDF attachment) instead of by post. Your Synergy bill will look the same, but you’ll receive it electronically. You can choose to save, print or share your bill. Paperless billing allows you to manage your bill without paper (unless you choose to print it yourself) and keep your bills together online, through My Account. In the future, if you decide to switch back to receiving your bill in the mail, you can do this – but please note a paper-based billing fee may apply. We’ll ask for feedback on why you’d like to switch back, to help improve our services.
Will I still receive a bill if I switch to Paperless?
Yes. You’ll receive your bill by email (as a PDF attachment) instead of by post. Your Synergy bill will look the same, but you’ll receive it electronically. You can choose to save, print or share your bill. Paperless billing allows you to manage your bill without paper (unless you choose to print it yourself) and keep your bills together online, through My Account. In the future, if you decide to switch back to receiving your bill in the mail, you can do this – but please note a paper-based billing fee may apply. Yes. You’ll receive your bill by email (as a PDF attachment) instead of by post. Your Synergy bill will look the same, but you’ll receive it electronically. You can choose to save, print or share your bill. Paperless billing allows you to manage your bill without paper (unless you choose to print it yourself) and keep your bills together online, through My Account. In the future, if you decide to switch back to receiving your bill in the mail, you can do this – but please note a paper-based billing fee may apply.
Can my bill be emailed to more than one email address?
We’ll only send it to one nominated email address to avoid confusion or payment issues such as double-payment. You can change your preferred email address at any time in the ‘My details’ section of My Account. If you would like to share a copy of your bill with others, such as other people you live with, you can forward your paperless bill to others using your own email account. We’ll only send it to one nominated email address to avoid confusion or payment issues such as double-payment. You can change your preferred email address at any time in the ‘My details’ section of My Account. If you would like to share a copy of your bill with others, such as other people you live with, you can forward your paperless bill to others using your own email account.
How do I find out what energy plan I'm on?
Grab a copy of your latest bill and turn over to the 1st page. Grab a copy of your latest bill and turn over to the 1st page.
Tips for choosing an energy broker
A good energy broker may help you manage your energy demands and increase your energy efficiency – so it's important to get the right one. Here are Synergy’s top 10 tips for finding a business energy broker in WA. A good energy broker may help you manage your energy demands and increase your energy efficiency – so it's important to get the right one. Here are Synergy’s top 10 tips for finding a business energy broker in WA.
How can I keep track of my usage?
In a busy work environment, it can be tough to keep track of your electricity or gas usage as your bill period progresses. With a number of employees and appliances all contributing to the load, how can you tell where the opportunities lie to save electricity or gas? In a busy work environment, it can be tough to keep track of your electricity or gas usage as your bill period progresses. With a number of employees and appliances all contributing to the load, how can you tell where the opportunities lie to save electricity or gas?
Will I still receive a Synergy bill if I sign up for Direct Debit?
Yes! You'll still receive a copy of your bill so you can keep track of your usage and check the amount due. We'll send it by post or deliver it straight to your inbox, depending on your Paperless preferences. Set up Direct Debit now Yes! You'll still receive a copy of your bill so you can keep track of your usage and check the amount due. We'll send it by post or deliver it straight to your inbox, depending on your Paperless preferences. Set up Direct Debit now
Do I need approval from my local council to install a distributed energy system?
This varies depending on your individual circumstances. It’s best to double check with your installer, the Network Operator and local council before proceeding with a system. This varies depending on your individual circumstances. It’s best to double check with your installer, the Network Operator and local council before proceeding with a system.
Can I connect energy to my new premises while my old premises is still connected?
Definitely. You can switch on your new business premises connection while you're still packing up the old premises (as long as the new space is vacant at the time, with no active energy account). Transfer your connection Definitely. You can switch on your new business premises connection while you're still packing up the old premises (as long as the new space is vacant at the time, with no active energy account). Transfer your connection
Where can I find my account number?
It's the 8-12 digit number, located top right of your bill (on the front page). It's the 8-12 digit number, located top right of your bill (on the front page).
What is a MIRN number?
MIRN stands for Meter Installation Reference Number - this is the unique number used by our gas supplier (ATCO) to identify the gas meter at your premises. Your MIRN can be found on your bill. MIRN stands for Meter Installation Reference Number - this is the unique number used by our gas supplier (ATCO) to identify the gas meter at your premises. Your MIRN can be found on your bill.
How do I remove a Synergy account from Synergy My Account?
To understand how to remove a Synergy account from your Synergy My Account with step by step instructions, please click read more To understand how to remove a Synergy account from your Synergy My Account with step by step instructions, please click read more
What are Synergy Engage operational hours?
Synergy Engage operational hours are 8am – 5pm weekdays. This program is available by invitation only. Synergy Engage operational hours are 8am – 5pm weekdays. This program is available by invitation only.
What is the activation standby window and how do energy offset credits work?
The activation standby window is the approximate two-hour window before a Battery Rewards activation event occurs. During this time any available capacity is put on hold, where your battery will be given the instruction to charge to full in preparation for the upcoming activation event. Energy offset credits will apply during this time to compensate for any energy you need to draw from the energy system, up to the maximum capacity of your battery. The activation standby window is the approximate two-hour window before a Battery Rewards activation event occurs. During this time any available capacity is put on hold, where your battery will be given the instruction to charge to full in preparation for the upcoming activation event. Energy offset credits will apply during this time to compensate for any energy you need to draw from the energy system, up to the maximum capacity of your battery.
How long does it take to find a missing payment?
The missing payments process can take up to a maximum of 3 weeks - this time allows us to locate your payments as well as have enough time for any follow ups that may be required regarding the issue. The missing payments process can take up to a maximum of 3 weeks - this time allows us to locate your payments as well as have enough time for any follow ups that may be required regarding the issue.
How do I cancel my Direct Debit?
The easiest way to cancel your Direct Debit or update your account details is via My Account. Your payment may still be debited automatically if you cancel your Direct Debit less than 5 business days before your next bill payment or instalment is due. The easiest way to cancel your Direct Debit or update your account details is via My Account. Your payment may still be debited automatically if you cancel your Direct Debit less than 5 business days before your next bill payment or instalment is due.
What are the terms and conditions for Direct Debit?
The current terms and conditions for Direct Debit can be found by downloading a copy of the Direct Debit Service Agreement 190KB The current terms and conditions for Direct Debit can be found by downloading a copy of the Direct Debit Service Agreement 190KB
What happens if my bank account has insufficient funds?
If there are insufficient funds in your bank or credit/debit card account, the transaction will usually be rejected by your bank. We will post you a rejection notification and details of any dishonour fees charged to us by your bank, which are then added to your next bill. Late payment of your energy account could result in an overdue notice fee. Additional late payment charges may apply to outstanding balances over $1,000. If there are insufficient funds in your bank or credit/debit card account, the transaction will usually be rejected by your bank. We will post you a rejection notification and details of any dishonour fees charged to us by your bank, which are then added to your next bill. Late payment of your energy account could result in an overdue notice fee. Additional late payment charges may apply to outstanding balances over $1,000.