Welcome back to Moving Right! Episode 8 solves Ontario's utility transfer nightmare. After 15 years, we've seen it all: arriving at 8:30 PM to no power, no heat, no Wi-Fi. Here's your golden timeline to avoid the chaos.

Disasters We Prevent:💡 Double billing for 3 months💡 Activating wrong address💡 $500 equipment penalties💡 2-week gas inspection delays

Complete Utility Inventory:Electricity, gas, water/sewer, trash, internet, cable, home security, pool maintenance, storage lockersGather all account numbers first - turns 20-min calls into 5-min transactions

The Golden Timeline (2-4 Weeks Notice):🏠 OLD HOME: Shutoff day AFTER move (need power for cleaning/meter reading)🏠 NEW HOME: Activate day BEFORE move (walk into lit, warm space)

Avoid $500 Equipment Penalties:📦 Return modems, routers, cable boxes to provider📦 Get receipt + photograph equipment with serial numbers📦 Keep documentation 6 months

Ontario Provider Guide:

• Electricity: Toronto Hydro, Alectra (Mississauga/Brampton/Hamilton), Hydro One (rural)
• Check Ontario Energy Board website first
• Water: Municipal (Toronto 311, other cities vary)

Time-of-Use Savings:⚡ Off-peak (cheapest): 7 PM-7 AM + weekends⚡ On-peak (expensive): 11 AM-5 PM weekdays💡 Run appliances after 7 PM

Budget These Costs:💰 Connection/disconnection: $200-300💰 Security deposits: Up to $500 (waived with good payment history)💰 Final old home bills: $300-500💰 Setup fees: $30-60 per utility

GAS WARNING: Disconnected 6+ months = ESA inspection required = 10-14 day delay!

Your Utility Shutdown File (Keep 6 Months):All confirmation numbers, shutoff/start emails, timestamped meter photos, equipment receipts

Troubleshooting:No power? Check breaker, call emergency lineWrong bill? Use confirmation numbers + photosLong wait? Ask for cancellation/priority list

Bonus: Ask about green energy programs and Save on Energy rebates while setting up!

Expert moving coordination: Professional moving teams in Hamilton, reliable moving services in Mississauga, trusted movers in Richmond Hill

Complete guide: How to Arrange Utility Shutoff and Start Dates

Secret: Start early, document everything, keep proof.

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