Moving Utilities

Planning is closely associated with moving. The outcome of your move will depend on how you planned the whole idea. Proper disconnection and connection have much to do with giving your family a comfortable move. Deal with this well ahead of your move so that you do not face inconveniences on your move to your relocated place.
Utility Companies
Remember to get in touch with the customer service departments of utility companies you use at least two weeks before you move. This will be an assurance that once you get to your new destination, there won’t be much problem concerning utilities. On the moving day keep your utilities working till the very last minute. There may be emergencies. Make arrangements to have your electric, gas and phone connected till you are completely set to move out. Utility disconnection at the proper timing will make a huge difference.
Contact your utility company and get the details for disconnection. Make sure you do so at least two to four weeks ahead of your scheduled move. This will save you from paying late notification charges. Moreover the company also gets to take the final reading of water, gas, electric and meters. Remember to get a copy of the bill or record. In case you have any pending bills, clear them. Likewise if there are any deposits made with the utility companies get back your money before setting out.
Find out about the transferring services. For short distances, the companies may be able to transfer your services to your new home but if you are moving somewhere far, you may have to deal with a new company. In order to avoid unwanted late fees, make sure that a forwarding address is sent to the supply companies where they can send final invoices.
Helpful tips
Once you have moved, keep your electrical appliances in room temperature before plugging them in. Remember to take off the glass plate from your microwave and tape it before you start off. Keep in mind the location of the TV, phone and internet connection.
Don’t forget to carry your local phone directories. You may want to get in touch with the people from your old neighborhood. There is no need to worry about water and sewer service as they can be directly arranged through the relevant town or city department. Garbage pickup and recycling also fall into the same category. The charges for it will be included in the property tax bill.
There is nothing that is of lesser importance when you decide to move to a new location. Equal attention has to be given to every aspect of things related to your move. Do all the dealings that have to be done, meet the concerned people, research on whatever requires an in dept study and make your moving free of problems. Keep in mind that it is always best to avoid last minute hassles. Never forget to give priority to planning and working on it well ahead of time.