Scottish Water
Everything You Need to Know About Your Regional Water Supplier
Who Are Scottish Water?
Scotland led the way as the first country in the world to open its non-household water market in 2008, nearly a decade before England. While Scottish Water remains the government-owned wholesaler responsible for infrastructure, this established competition gives Scottish businesses the most flexibility to switch and save.
Today, Scottish Water provides business water services such as clean drinking water and wastewater management to over 2.6 million households and 150,000 business customers throughout the country.
What Services Does Scottish Water Provide?
Scottish Water offers a wide range of essential water and wastewater services, including:
- Supplying fresh drinking water: Scottish Water treats and supplies over 1.5 billion litres of drinking water every day, ensuring it meets strict health and safety standards.
- Wastewater collection and treatment: The utility manages wastewater from homes and businesses, treating it before safely returning it to the environment.
- Water quality monitoring: Continuous testing and monitoring ensure the water remains safe and clean.
- Infrastructure maintenance and upgrades: Scottish Water maintains thousands of miles of pipes, treatment works, and reservoirs across Scotland.
How Tariff Can Help Scottish Businesses
As experts in the Scottish non-household water market, we help you navigate the 15+ years of competition since deregulation in 2008. We bridge the gap between Scottish Water (your wholesaler) and the best Licensed Providers (your retailers) to secure:
L.P. Benchmarking: We compare all Licensed Providers to help find you the best deals.
Billing Audits: We identify historical overcharges, common in 1 in 3 Scottish business accounts.
Switch Management: A 100% managed transition with zero disruption to your supply.
Why Choose Tariff.com for Your Business Water Needs?
At Tariff.com, we make managing your business water services simple and hassle-free. Our team of experts will review your current water tariffs to ensure you’re getting the best possible rates, helping you reduce costs and avoid overpaying.
We go beyond just comparing prices, we help you lower your water consumption, cut waste, and reduce your carbon footprint through tailored efficiency advice and practical solutions. If you decide to switch water retailers, we handle the entire process for you, making the transition smooth and stress-free.
Whether you run a small business or manage multiple sites across Scotland, Tariff.com empowers you to take control of your water services, save money, and operate more sustainably, all with expert support every step of the way.
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Frequently Asked Questions
In Scotland, Scottish Water is responsible for supplying water and wastewater services. However, business customers can choose their water retailer, who handles billing and customer service. This allows businesses to find better deals and tailored support.
A Licensed Provider is a company authorised by the Water Industry Commission for Scotland (WICS) to sell water and sewerage services to businesses. Switching to a new provider can often reduce your retail margin and improve service levels.
Businesses can lower water bills by conducting a water audit, fixing leaks, installing water-efficient fixtures, and working with a specialist like Tariff.com to optimise usage and negotiate better rates.
Water services in Scotland are regulated by the Water Industry Commission for Scotland (WICS). They ensure prices remain fair and services meet high standards for both residential and business customers.
No, your physical water supply and quality remain the same, as Scottish Water continues to manage the infrastructure. Switching retailers only affects billing and customer service, so there’s no disruption to your supply.
Yes, businesses of all sizes, from small local shops to large multi-site organisations, can benefit from switching water retailers. Even smaller businesses can see significant savings and enjoy better support.
What You Can Expect From Tariff
Tariff.com helps your business take control of water usage. From site surveys to expert advice, we’ll help you save money, cut waste, and manage water more efficiently.
Complete Site Survey
We’ll carry out a survey of your business to determine your water usage, providing the data you need to optimise your water bills.
Future Strategies
We’ll help your business develop a comprehensive strategy to save money and use water more efficiently.
Water Management
Our consultants can make managing your business water easier, monitoring your usage and billing on your behalf.
Expert Advice
Tariff.com can provide the expert advice your business needs to take control of your water usage and bills, ensuring supportive professionals are by your side every step of the way.
Get In Touch Today
With the potential for to save up to 40% off your business water bill, there’s no reason to delay. Tariff.com will give you the expert guidance your business.
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