Utilities Setup Checklist for New Homeowners (2026)
Step-by-step utilities setup for new owners — electric, gas, water, internet, trash. With expected deposits, transfer fees, and budget ranges.
Your first year in the home
- Month 1: What to Check — Your first month is about documenting what you have and addressing anything urgent from the inspection.
- Month 3: What to Observe — Use the first months to record how the house performs in everyday use and changing weather.
- Month 6: What to Service — Review the service schedule against your equipment manuals, climate, and known maintenance history. Some tasks will be due sooner.
- Month 12: What to Budget — After a full year, you know your home's personality. Now build a forward-looking plan for the next 1–5 years.
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