Setting Up Utilities in Your New Home

Whether you are relocating locally or you're relocating across the state, you need to think about what you need to get set up for your move. Moving house is not something that happens overnight and it takes a lot of advanced planning.

From knowing where you're going to booking the removalists and getting your packing started, you have a lot to think about. You want to be able to settle into your new house without anything uncomfortable in your living conditions, so remembering to set up your utilities is important.

Lack of electricity makes it difficult to navigate your home, and lack of Internet makes it difficult to get connected. So let's take a look at some of the things that you need to remember when setting up utilities in your new home.

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1. Your preparations early. Before you start the relocation, make sure that you've prepared for setting up your utility services. Creating a list of the utilities that you need to set up at the new house is one way to do it, but doing proper research about the service providers is another. You want to compare their basic rates and contact them to set up the schedule dates for installation. Arrange everything for installations in advance and book professionals ahead for safe and sound removal services.
2. Get the Internet set up. Wi-Fi is so important when you move, especially if you have your kids with you. Checking the speed for your local Internet providers will help you to determine which is best for your family and your needs, but getting your Internet connected in advance will help you to walk in the door and know that you're set up and ready to go. You can choose local Internet service providers, or you can contact your current one for a reconnection.
3. Electricity setup. This is one of the major utility services that has to be installed or connected before you move in. There's a very high chance of accidents without the power supply, and you don't want to move into a dark house. You need your electricity to operate your Wi-Fi, your appliances, your electric devices, and your security cameras.
4. Get your gas connected. An imperative utility in the house is your gas. It powers your heater, your stove, and it can help you cook your meals. More than 50% of the houses out there use natural gas for heating and cooking, so you need to make sure that you disconnect the gas service at your old house and reconnect it before you get moving.
5. Water and sewerage. You must follow the proper procedures for this to speak to a local water company and the local council. If you've bought the house and you're not renting, you'll need to get all this set up before you move in so that they are ready to bill you. Make sure that you provide an updated address and complete name for the account.
6. Get your trash and recycling services set up. Maintaining a clean environment, both indoor and outdoor, will really be helpful for you. It's a good idea to contact your local trash and recycling center so that if you've got a lot of packing waste, you have somewhere to get rid of it.