What needs to be canceled when you move?

Whether you’re moving to a new state, new country, or just down the road, there are some things you’ll need to take care of besides moving all your belongings from point A to point B. One of those things is making sure the services you use in your current home are canceled so you won’t be paying for them anymore. If, like most people, you have a plethora of monthly services, it can be hard to keep tabs on everything, but we’re here to help you stay on track. Below is a list of services that will need to be transferred or canceled when you move:

• Gas and Electric – As soon as you have a moving date, contact your utility companies to either stop service on your account, or have your account migrated to your new address.
• Rent – If you are in an apartment, make sure to notify your landlord of your upcoming move, as some rental companies require as much as 60 day’s advance notice.
• Phone – Nowadays this isn’t much of a problem because more and more people have only cell phones, but if you still have a landline and wish to keep the number, look into having your service transferred. If you’re moving out of the area, then you might have to cancel it, or consider “porting” the number to a cell phone or VoIP.
• Cable and Internet – Some cable/internet companies require 30 days’ advance notice of cancellation. Keep this in mind so you’re not charged for services that you’re not even using. Also, if canceling your cable/internet service, be sure to return any equipment such as cable boxes, remote controls, and routers, as companies often charge hefty fees for unreturned equipment.
• Magazine and Newspaper Subscriptions – Transfer any subscriptions you really want to keep to your new address, and take this opportunity to cancel any subscriptions you don’t really need.
• Gym and Yoga Memberships – Unless you are staying close enough to continue using the same gym or yoga studio, you will likely need to cancel these monthly memberships.

Lastly, be sure to check your final bills for all of the above services, to ensure that your accounts have either been canceled or correctly updated with your new address. With so much on your plate, it’s important that you take every step to make sure your move goes smoothly. That’s why you should hire the professional movers at Atlantic Relocation Systems. We are a full-service moving company that handles virtually every aspect of the moving process, so you can focus on tying up all the loose ends. Contact us today to request a free, guaranteed estimate for our services.