moved into our new house- advice pls

drpbalaji1960

we have moved into our new home(not new built). just wondering what are the things should i be doing like council, gas, electricity, etc.

Many thanks

moneyistooshorttomention

1. Change the locks immediately (you never know who might have a key).

2. Check who the suppliers are for the utilities. Also check who you personally want as suppliers. Change suppliers if you don't like the ones the house is with.

3. Find out when dustbin day/s is.

Clairabella

If you haven't already done so read your gas, electricty and water meters. Its a good idea to take a photo of them if you can.

SerialRenter

Don't forget to crack open the bubbly too!

Fosterdog

Set up Mail redirection and start contacting companies to update your address, don't forget things like driving license and car insurance, your doctors, dentist and optician (or register with a new one if a diffent area).

Find the local pub and go for a meal or pint and get to know the locals.

Utility wise Gas, electric, and water, give final readings from your old house and initial readings for the new house.

Edi81

Council tax and register to vote at the new address

Update TV licence
Tell your employer your new address

drpbalaji1960

thanks very much for all the replies