When moving into a house,whats the 1st things we cancel from the previous owner ?

Question

I know we cancel the oil, heat, and phone/cable what else ?

Answer 1

You don't actually cancel anyones account, that is up to them. Set up your utilities including the city for garbage, water and sewer, nat. gas (if applicable) and the ones you listed. Also, if any service contract or warrenties are to be transferred to you, follow-up and make sure it has been done. (For instance, I bought a new fridge with an extended warranty, I can transfer the extended warranty once)

Congrats on the new home.

PS

You may want to find out from the old owners if they had any services, ie lawn service, pool company, exterminator. It is awkward when the lawn service wasn't cancelled and you have a bill waiting on the door when you get home.

Answer 2

Nothing. That's the previous owner's problem. It's rare for a previous occupant to not cancel those things as they would continue to get the bills.

You just have the utilities put in your own name. You should make note of the meter readings at the final walk-through just before closing.

Answer 3

doesnt matter, the bills arent in your name.

but once they are turned off, or if you wish to do the right thing (recommended) then yeah, cable, phone, water, gas, electric, sewer, trash... etc.