Moving into a New Home: Setting Up Utilities

Written by Sandhills Moving & Storage on May 30, 2024

Setting up utilities for your new home is essential to the moving process. Ensuring that water, electricity, gas, and other vital services are up and running when you move in will make the move easier and more enjoyable. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you navigate setting up utilities for your new home when you relocate.

1. Research Utility Providers

Before moving to your new home, research the utility providers in your area. Compare rates, services, and customer reviews to choose the best options for your needs. You may have multiple options for electricity, gas, water, internet, cable, and trash services, so you must do your homework to find the most reliable and cost-effective providers.

2. Contact Providers in Advance

Once you’ve decided on the utility providers you want to use, contact them well before your move-in date to schedule the setup of your services. Some providers may require several days or weeks of notice to ensure your services are activated when you move in.

3. Gather Necessary Information

Before contacting utility providers, gather all the necessary information to set up your accounts. This may include:

Your new address
Move-in date
Social Security number or driver’s license number
Previous utility account numbers (if transferring services)
Payment information

This readily available information will streamline the setup process and help you avoid any delays.

4. Schedule Installation Appointments

You may need to schedule installation appointments with the providers for utilities like electricity, gas, and internet. Be flexible with your availability, as some providers may offer installation services during specific time windows. Confirm the installation date and time with the provider to ensure everything is understood.

5. Set Up Automatic Payments

Establishing automatic payment schedules for utility bills guarantees punctual payment every month. Many utility providers offer this option, allowing you to link your bank or credit card account to pay your bills automatically. This will prevent you from paying late fees and ensure your utilities remain uninterrupted.

6. Confirm Activation

After scheduling installation appointments and setting up automatic payments, confirm the activation of your utility services a few days before your move-in date. Contact each provider to verify that everything is on track and that there are no outstanding issues or additional requirements.

7. Update Your Contact Information

Once your utilities are set up, update your contact information with each provider to ensure you receive bills, notifications, and other essential communications. This may include updating your mailing address, email address, and phone number.

8. Conduct a Final Walkthrough

Before you move in, inspect your new home to ensure all utilities work correctly. Test the lights, faucets, heating and cooling systems, and other utilities to ensure everything is working. If you notice any issues, contact the respective providers immediately to address the problems.

Move-in Ready

Setting up utilities for your new home may appear daunting, but with careful planning and organization, you can complete the task smoothly and efficiently. By researching providers, gathering necessary information, scheduling installation appointments, setting up automatic payments, confirming activation, updating your contact information, and conducting a final walkthrough, you can ensure your utilities are up and running when you move in. Following these steps will help make your transition to your new home seamless.