So, I just closed on a house. I haven't ever lived in a house before. How do utilities and such work? I know I'll have to get my own electricity, phone etc. but what about things like water and trash (that I guess the city does?), do I have to get an account for that or does it automatically get billed to the house? How is this supposed to work? I guess these are questions for my realtor but apparently she is on vacation in Europe and won't answer my calls or emails. I might have picked the worst realtor ever.
Trash/Water- call the city to get these turned on. The usually want a deposit. Electricity- powertochoose.org. Gas- find out who your local gas company is. TV/Internet- find out who your local providers are.
New house or old house? If old house, the sellers should have provided you with that information. If not, call and ask them. Do you live in a homeowner's association controlled subdivision? If so, contact them about the water and trash. Sometimes trash pickup is included in your property taxes so there is no bill. If it is a separate bill, ask your neighbors if there is more than one provider and which is best. I assume your realtor works for a company. Call them to get all of the info.
I advise you find an internet community and post something to ask them. I imagine you'll find someone who knows what they're talking about who can point you in the right direction.
