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British Gas, a major energy and gas provider in the United Kingdom, offers various channels for addressing concerns regarding your gas supply, bill inquiries, or account issues. You can reach out to their customer support by phone, send an email, or engage with a representative online. If your concern persists unresolved, you have the option to escalate by filing a formal complaint or reaching out through social media.
Procedures
Contacting British Gas by Phone
Dial 0333 202 9532 to reach customer service. This number connects you to a British Gas representative who can assist you with your queries and direct you to the appropriate department. It offers a prompt avenue to communicate with a customer service representative via telephone. Additionally, you can use this number to register customer complaints.
- Customer service operates Monday through Friday from 8 am to 8 pm and Saturday from 8 am to 6 pm. It remains closed on Sundays.
To report service issues, dial 0333 200 8899.
Contact this number if your gas services are malfunctioning or if there's a leak in your gas-powered hot water pipes. British Gas will arrange for a technician to address the problem, even providing troubleshooting assistance over the phone if possible.
- Support representatives are available round-the-clock, seven days a week.
For bill payments and inquiries, call 0333 200 8899. Whether you need to settle your bill, review it, or discuss it, dial this number to connect with a representative. Operating hours are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 8 pm, and Saturday, 8 am to 6 pm. The service is closed on Sundays.
Escalate concerns by dialing 0333 202 9774. Reach out to this number to elevate your issue to the Customer Service Directors Team and engage with a manager. It's advisable to exhaust other contact avenues before escalating to a director.
- For instance, if previous customer service interactions were unsatisfactory, or if you're unable to connect through other channels, utilize this number.
If you detect gas odors, call 0800 111 999 or visit here. In case of a suspected gas or carbon monoxide leak, contact the Gas Emergency Services emergency line immediately. Assistance is available 24/7.
Reach out to British Gas Online for assistance.
Exploring Alternative Channels
Reach out to British Gas via Twitter or Facebook. If direct contact yields no response, consider reaching out through social media platforms. Tweet @BritishGas or @BritishGasHelp, which might prompt a resolution to your issue.
Correspond with British Gas via mail. Send a letter to commend their service or register a formal complaint. Address it to British Gas, PO Box 227, Rotherham S98 1PD, ensuring proper postage to prevent return.
- If your handwriting is illegible, type the letter.
Formally escalate unresolved issues after eight weeks. Should British Gas fail to address your concerns, escalate to the energy ombudsman service. Lodge a complaint via email at [email protected], phone at 0330 440 1624, or mail at Ombudsman Services: Energy, PO Box 966, Warrington WA4 9DF.
- The Energy Ombudsman Services will investigate and resolve the matter.
