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Electrical Tips When Moving House

Electrical Tips When Moving House

Anyone who has ever moved houses will agree that it is arguably the most stressful, physically demanding and emotionally challenging life events you ever face. Perhaps this is because if you are moving, you have to cope with change. Moving represents a significant transition in life; it’s about unfamiliarity and change and for most of us. This can potentially result in anxiety and stress.

Whether you are planning to purchase a new home or renting a new house, it is vital to have proper knowledge on how to disconnect your gas and electricity at your current premises, as well as how to connect the same utilities in your new home. Though this might not be the most fun thing to do before moving house, it is an essential task.

After all, no one wants to spend even a day in his/her new home without a reliable Internet, hot water, or lighting. Good preparation and planning ensures that everything is done to have your power connected and ready to go!. In short, you must contact your electrical service provider to schedule either installation or a transfer date.

If you are planning to move, but you are not quite sure about what should be done regarding the disconnection and connection of electricity, you have come to the right place. In this post, we’ll provide you with practical electrical tips when moving house. Check out the article for all you need to know.

1. Have a plan:

Before you’ve even commenced moving, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with all your current utility providers. To be precise, your utilities may include cable and internet, satellite, surveillance and alarm system, electricity, gas and water. You must ensure that you have all the current contact numbers and other contact information. And if you are planning to change your utility providers after you move, you must have the new contact information with you. This should be attended to with high priority, for the simple reason that if you get it wrong, you could end up paying utility bills at both houses, or worse still, you will possibly spend your first few days without electricity and internet in your new home.

2. Now contact the electrical utility provider of your intention to move:

Your electricity provider has a responsibility to disconnect your gas and/or electricity when you are moving out of the house. This means that before you finally move out of your current home, it is your responsibility to inform them with your departure date so they can  come and carry out the utility disconnection just prior to you moving out

3. Pay all your overdue electricity bills before you move house:

This is an equally important factor that you must take into account. You must not forget to pay outstanding electricity bills before moving house. Unpaid bills can negatively impact your credit rating. Clearing all your energy debts simply means a clean slate and a problem-free beginning in your new property.

Also, concerning the above tip, you can call your local electrician to help you conduct a final meter reading. Of course, your utility service providers should be present during this time. This is to ensure that you will not get any unusual energy bills after leaving the house, you will have professional evidence of the final reading.

4. Ensure your new home is connected to electricity:

The process of electrical connection to your home should be a simple task. However, it is highly recommended that you schedule the connection a few days before you move to ensure your electricity is up and running the moment you move in. Just make sure to choose the best electrical service provider to help make the most of your budget. With your local qualified electrician at your disposal, you can always make the best choice.

5. Carry out a home energy audit of the new home:

Finally, you probably want to know the efficiency of your new home in terms of electrical consumption. This requires that you schedule a qualified electrical repair expert to come and conduct a home electrical inspection. This will give you important information on whether there is a need to improve insulation, furnace or ductwork in the new home. You want peace of mind; knowing that your new home is energy efficient and in tip-top condition.

Reshma Anik

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