Moving is an adventure, but it’s also a stressful process with many tasks. One of the tasks that gets overlooked when moving is the utilities, especially the power. Nothing can kill the excitement of getting into your new home faster than finding out you have no power. To help you not lose power during your move we have put together a step by step guide with practical energy savings tips.
Notify Your Utility Company Early
Start Early
Start planning at least 2-3 weeks before your move. Call your electricity company and let them know you’re moving. This gives them time to turn off your power at your old place and turn it on at your new one.
Give Them Right Dates
Make sure to give them the correct move-out and move-in dates. Wrong dates can cause overlap or a gap in service and leave you with no power. Check everything twice to avoid mistakes.
Schedule Turn-Off and Turn-On Dates
Match The Dates
Schedule the power to be turned off at your old home the day after you move out. Schedule the power to be turned on at your new home the day before you move in. This way you won’t have any days without power.
Check For Delays
Sometimes there can be delays. Call your electricity company a few days before your move to confirm everything is set.
Do a Final Meter Reading
Avoid Billing Problems
Before you leave your old home, read the meter. This way you only pay for what you used. Take a photo of the reading and give it to your electricity company.
Check the Meter at Your New Home
When you get to your new home, check the meter there too. This way you start with an accurate reading and don’t get charged for previous usage.
Get Your New Home Ready
Check for Existing Issues
Before you move into your new home, inspect the electrical system for any problems. Look for faulty wiring, old panels or any signs of electrical issues. Fix these before you move in to avoid any power interruptions.
Ensure Accessibility
Make sure the areas where the utility company needs to access, like the panel and meter are clear.
Full Service Moving Solutions
Make Moving Easier
Hire a full-service moving solutions company. They will pack, load, move, unpack, and set up your furniture to save you time and stress.
Reliable Help
Full service movers make it easier so you can focus on getting settled into your new home without worrying about power outages. Professionals handle the logistics so it’s a smooth transition.
Moving Day Checklist
Stay On Track
A checklist helps you stay organized. Include tasks like confirming utility appointments, reading meters and checking the electrical system in your new home.
Share Tasks
If you have help from family or friends, assign tasks from the checklist. Someone can do utility confirmations while another checks the electrical system at the new home.
Emergency Supplies
Be Prepared
Despite all the planning, things can still go wrong. Keep emergency supplies on hand, like flashlights, batteries and portable chargers. These will help you manage short term power outages and have the essentials for lighting and communication.
Have Provider Info Handy
Keep your provider contact info handy. If anything goes wrong you can reach out to them quickly. Having this info at your fingertips will speed up the process.
Conclusion
Moving is a process but having electricity is key. By planning early, notifying your utility company, scheduling the right turn off and turn on dates, reading meters, using full service movers, creating a checklist and having emergency supplies on hand you’ll avoid power outages and get settled into your new home quickly.
