Which type of energy consumer are you?

How to choose the right energy contract in this chaos? It starts with self-awareness, the beginning of all wisdom.

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Nearly 80% of Belgian households never change energy suppliers, despite knowing that it could lead to substantial savings post-energy crisis. Energy prices have dropped significantly since then but remain higher than pre-crisis levels. So why don't we switch providers or contracts? What holds us back? It's all tied to how we perceive energy. Analysis shows three types of energy consumers.

The punctual and price-conscious consumer

You closely monitor the market and your energy contract. Your contract expiration date is marked in red on your calendar, and you track short and long-term price changes. You're aware of supplier promotions and have no issue changing providers several times a year. You regularly compare energy contracts and check all monthly offers. Despite your efforts, deciphering energy supplier rates is challenging, often leading you to choose the cheapest option, despite its sensibility.

The advantage is your energy contracts track the market, potentially saving you money. However, it requires significant time and knowledge, with energy markets constantly fluctuating. There's a possibility of a better contract available the day after you've signed a new one.

Discover how an energy broker can help alleviate concerns for the punctual and price-conscious consumer.

The impulsive consumer

You sporadically switch energy providers based on various factors: high final bills, promotional offers, solar panel installations, moving homes, or persuasive door-to-door salespeople. This impulsive decision-making, occurring roughly once or twice every 10 years, is primarily emotion-driven, rather than rational.

It's a reactive and passive way of managing energy contracts, strongly discouraged. Energy suppliers target unsuspecting consumers through various means: advertising, door-to-door sales, and "shop-in-shop" offers.

The advantage is minimal effort is required, just contract signing; however, the significant drawback is these contracts are often relatively costly. Without critical follow-up, you may overpay for energy for years, not in your interest.

Why should the impulsive consumer consider an energy broker's offer?

The passive consumer

There's a high likelihood you fall into this group, like 80% of Belgian households. You never switch energy providers, with your energy contract tacitly renewed annually. While you're aware of potential savings through careful contract analysis, you lack the time, knowledge, or inclination to do it yourself.

You stick with your energy provider, year after year, paying much more for energy than when you initially signed your contract.

The advantage is minimal time investment, but you're unaware of monthly energy bill savings, a significant downside.

An energy broker is the solution, ensuring lifelong protection.

The general conclusion is clear: self-awareness is key! If you want to stop worrying about your energy bill, it's best to choose an energy broker like Gaele. You'll always be assured of the right energy rate. If it's been a while since you reviewed your energy contract, or you no longer want to spend time on it, Gaele is an especially attractive solution. With Gaele, you save time and money while avoiding worries.

Gaele's services are also available in the Proximus+ app

With the Proximus+ app, always ensure the most favorable energy rate. Based on your consumption information, you're automatically notified when a better rate is available and can switch providers automatically, all for free.

Download Proximus+ and never overpay for your energy again.

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