Hello Everyone,
Happy Friday! We were recently approached by Direct Energy for switching over our gas service to them from Enbridge; we didn't sign up because we knew nothing and wanted to do more research. We discovered that there are many companies like Direct Energy that provide this service and were wondering if anyone else can share their experiences with the gas companies. Did any one else make the switch? Is it worth the savings? Are there any catches to be aware of?
Have a great weekend!
Thanks,
BG
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Originally posted by guptamik
Hello Everyone,
Happy Friday! We were recently approached by Direct Energy for switching over our gas service to them from Enbridge; we didn't sign up because we knew nothing and wanted to do more research. We discovered that there are many companies like Direct Energy that provide this service and were wondering if anyone else can share their experiences with the gas companies. Did any one else make the switch? Is it worth the savings? Are there any catches to be aware of?
Have a great weekend!
Thanks,
BG
I have never signed a contract with Direct Energy.
When you sign with Direct Energy (or another party) you are only changing the distributor of the gas. Enbridge is always the supplier regardless. I have not signed a contract and according to my statements from Enbridge compared to what Direct Energy was charging, I have paid less over the past 5 years.
The "BIG" catch is that it's a binding contract which is very hard (if not impossible) to get out of once signed.
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yep, they came to my place too a few times..i made them stend out side for 15 mins...everytime they come..they act like theyre from enbridge and ask for the bill..by mistake my brother game em the bill...and then he says..u guys getting this price..we wil give u this price for 5 years...i almost fell for it but then called one of my friend and he said..dont even bother cuz he had some bad experience..so yeh i wudnt..its not worth it.
They have approached every house in our complex and continue to do so. And I continue to politely say no. From what I have heard, one of my colleague's friend signed a contract and ended up paying relatively more. In addition, they make you wait for days in case you wanted to exercise the "free furnace repair" they apparently entice you with. Bottomline, I don't even talk to these reps.
Everyone for your replies.. I did think that it was too good to be true and usually if it's too good to be true.. IT IS 
Thanks again for all your responses.
For a comparision of Gas & Hydro rates offered by various suppliers, check this site - http://www.energyshop.com/
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Reiki Grand Master
Location: Somewhere in dreamland
Posted on: 10-03-07 03:51:05
Don't go for Direct Energy.
They have a very aggressive sales team that will promise heaven and paradise. They have lots of complaints from unsatisfied customers who were tricked into signing contracts with them. Read the following news article.
http://www.ontariotenants.ca/electricity/articles/2004/ch304e16.phtml
