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Buying a home: setting up your utilities
Get this stuff sorted well before move-in day.
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When buying a new home, plan your utility setup well in advance—ideally a month before moving. Identify necessary services like electricity, water, gas, and internet.
First, check if you can transfer your current provider. If not, compare new options using resources like Powerswitch and asking neighbours. Have personal details ready to speed up applications. Schedule installation at least two weeks before your move-in date to ensure everything is ready when you arrive.
1. Work out which utilities you need
Which utilities will you need?
2. If you like your current providers, see if they service your new place
3. Compare your options
Your new neighbours can be a good source of info on reliable utilities providers.
4. Know what the companies will want to know
5. Arrange for the physical set up
6. Give them time
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