{"id":123,"date":"2020-05-03T09:50:23","date_gmt":"2020-05-03T09:50:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/irelandinarabic.org\/?p=123"},"modified":"2020-05-03T17:57:57","modified_gmt":"2020-05-03T17:57:57","slug":"utilities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/irelandinarabic.org\/?p=123&lang=en","title":{"rendered":"Utilities"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"boldgrid-section\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<div class=\"row\" style=\"padding-top: 50px; padding-bottom: 10px;\">\n<div class=\"col-md-4 col-sm-4 col-xs-12\">\n<h3 class=\"\">Shop Around For Deals <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-130\" style=\"font-size: 16px; width: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/irelandinarabic.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/utilities-stopOverPaying.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"199\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/irelandinarabic.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/utilities-stopOverPaying.png 225w, https:\/\/irelandinarabic.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/utilities-stopOverPaying-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/irelandinarabic.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/utilities-stopOverPaying-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/irelandinarabic.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/utilities-stopOverPaying-48x48.png 48w, https:\/\/irelandinarabic.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/utilities-stopOverPaying-180x180.png 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 199px) 100vw, 199px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shop around for best deals (usually one year contract). Your best friends to get the best deals are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/switcher.ie\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">switcher.ie<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bonkers.ie\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bonkers.ie<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-md-4 col-sm-4 col-xs-12\">\n<h3 class=\"\">Bundling Utilities <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-129 size-full\" style=\"font-size: 16px; width: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/irelandinarabic.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/utilities-bigbonus.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"246\" height=\"91\"><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bundling multiple utilities could be another trick. For example, many providers offer more savings when you bundle electricity and gas or maybe bundle your communications!.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-md-4 col-sm-4 col-xs-12\">\n<h3 class=\"\">Switch Providers<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-131 size-medium\" style=\"width: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/irelandinarabic.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/utilities-switchEnergyProvider-300x226.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"226\" srcset=\"https:\/\/irelandinarabic.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/utilities-switchEnergyProvider-300x226.png 300w, https:\/\/irelandinarabic.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/utilities-switchEnergyProvider-250x188.png 250w, https:\/\/irelandinarabic.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/utilities-switchEnergyProvider-239x180.png 239w, https:\/\/irelandinarabic.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/utilities-switchEnergyProvider.png 375w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Switch your provider whenever your contract concludes. It is very typical that the best deals are available for new customers only (i.e., not for renewals).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row\" style=\"padding-top: 10px; padding-bottom: 50px;\">\n<div class=\"col-md-12 col-sm-12 col-xs-12\">\n<h2 class=\"\">Heading<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you move to live in a new house, you need to set up your utilities. This guide provides an overview including, what\u2019s available, and how to get them set up. You could be responsible for any or all of the following utilities&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"bg-list-chevron-circle bg-list\">\n<li>Electricity<\/li>\n<li>Gas<\/li>\n<li>Communication (Internet and landline)<\/li>\n<li>Water<\/li>\n<li>Oil<\/li>\n<li>Mobile<\/li>\n<li>Refuse (rubbish)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before moving in, ask what you should be responsible for and get as much information from the landlord or rental agency.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"row\" style=\"margin: 15px 0;\">\n<div class=\"col-md-12 col-sm-12 col-xs-12\">\n<div>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Electricity&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every residential place is always connected to electricity. Once you move to a new house<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take note of the meter reading. Your landlord or agent should show you how to do so and confirm the reading as you move in.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/switcher.ie\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">switcher.ie<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bonkers.ie\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bonkers.ie<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to find your best deal. Most providers will allow you to complete the process online without having to call them in person. Technically, there is no difference between all providers except for how do they generate their electricity.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mark your calendar when your contract concludes and shop around close to this date.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><em><strong>TIPs:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Make sure you only cancel your connection when your contract finishes avoiding any cancelation penalties.&nbsp; Note that you usually need a 30-day cancelation notice.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gas<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow the same steps described in Electricity. Consider the possibility of Electricity and gas bundling.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similar to electricity, the provider has no impact on the quality of the service. That is to say, pick the best deal for your pocket.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Internet (landline &amp; TV)&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In contrast to electricity, not every house is connected to the Internet. Additionally, not every provider provides service everywhere. You can always start your search journey at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/switcher.ie\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">switcher.ie<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bonkers.ie\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bonkers.ie<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> but as you proceed to the service provider website, you should be able to know more about the available connection specification.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most, if not all, Internet packages come bundled with a phone line. Some packages may include FREE minutes to national and sometimes international destinations. If you feel this is important to you, check the details of every package carefully.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most Internet service providers offer bundled packages that include TV, phone, and the Internet. If you are interested in all these services, bundling will usually save you a good sum of money every year.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oil<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some houses use oil for heating. In this case, there is an oil tank in your garden. You need to fill in this tank regularly to ensure that your house is well-heated, especially during winter. You may also consider <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.top.ie\/home-heating\/home-heating-saving-tips\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the following advice<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have your boiler serviced at least once a year<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid ordering small quantities of home heating oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try to ensure you never to run out of home heating oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turn down your heating thermostat<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a timer or programmable thermostat<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep radiators free from obstructions<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seal and weather strip your doors and windows<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tvlicence.ie\/\"><b>TV license<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every residence in Ireland with television or equipment capable of receiving a television signal (for example an aerial, satellite dish, or cable) must have a television license. You must pay your TV license every year. The license fees can be paid online at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tvlicence.ie\/Homepage.aspx\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An Post<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TV license inspectors travel throughout the country to check that you have a TV license. If you do not have a license you could face a fine of approximately \u20ac1000.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rubbish (Refuse)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rubbish collection (garbage\/refuse) arrangements can vary from area to another. If you are living in an apartment complex, then the waste is usually included in your rent and the building (or estate) a waste collection point with large waste skips. In most house rentals, refuse is included in the rent. In some cases, the tenant may have to pay for the refuse (read your contract).&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on where you live, you may be asked to split your rubbish to&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waste&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food waste&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recycle&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glass (no lids)&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Involved cost<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Costs for bin charges vary but you should expect to pay 15-30 Eur per month. The cost variation is due to what is collected and allowances.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rubbish collection is usually done once a week with recycle and rubbish alternating.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Shop Around For Deals Shop around for best deals (usually one year contract). 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