It’s Easy to Set Up Utilities in a New House
You’re getting ready to move into a new home, you have a long to-do list, and you might be a little overwhelmed. One thing on your list that you may be dreading is dealing with utilities. After reading this article, you will understand how to easily set up utilities in a new house.
What Utilities Do You Need?
Every home needs electricity, water, and trash collection. Some homes require gas and are on public sewer. Most people also want to have internet and cable hooked up. Some homeowners choose to have extra utilities like a security system or a home telephone.
Unless you are living off the grid, there are at least some utilities that you will need to set up before you move in. The first step is to identify which utilities you want and the companies that provide them in your area.
Contact Utility Providers
If you are moving to a new city, check out its website for a list of the utility providers in the area. Make a list with the contact information of the companies you will be using and keep it in an easy-to-find place. If the utility requires an installation appointment, contact the company a month in advance. Utilities that just require being turned on should be given a 2-week heads up.
Make sure that the utilities will be turned on the morning of your moving date so that you can turn on lights and the HVAC, flush the toilet, and have internet.
Identification Needed to Set Up Utilities
Most utility providers require documentation of identification to set up a new account. They want to protect themselves in case of non-payment. Find out which documents they accept and gather them together so that you have them ready when you need them.
Close Old Accounts and Pay Bills
Whether you will be dealing with the same utility companies as your former residence or new ones, make sure that you close all of your existing accounts and pay your bills in full. Give these companies your new address should there be any outstanding bills that require your attention.
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