Utility Checklist

Dear “Buyer”,

Congratulations on the impending purchase of your new home!  In order to prepare for the purchase we are providing you with a list of things you’ll need to bring to closing.  All of these items must be presented at closing!

FOR A CONDO/TOWNHOUSE PURCHASE:

• Bank Certified Check (call closing office 2 days before closing for amount)
• Certificate of Insurance (Master Insurance Policy from Condo Management)
• License or Picture ID

FOR ALL OTHER PURCHASES:

• Bank Certified Check (call closing office 2 days before closing for amount)
• Original Insurance Binder (from your insurance company)
• License or Picture ID

UTILITIES:

You should plan to make all of your utility calls about one week prior to closing.  Have them turn off the service at your present home and turn on the service at your new home on the day of the closing.  A few utility numbers are listed below.  We are also providing you with a “Town Phone Numbers” list.  The sellers are responsible for having the utilities turned off on the day of closing so call the utility companies and have them switch the utility to your name as of the day of closing.

• ELECTRIC:  N Star Electric: 617-424-2000, Massachusetts Electric: 800-322-3223, Hudson Light and Power: 978-568-8736, Shrewsbury Municipal Electric: 508-841-8500, Norwood: 781-948-1200
• GAS: See attached list for your town.
• OIL:  Typically the Seller will fill the tank prior to closing. The Buyer can write a personal check at closing to the Seller to cover this cost.  Tanks are usually 275 gallons and the bill is calculated at the current per-gallon rate.  After you purchase your home you should have the boiler or furnace serviced by an oil dealer.  An oil-fueled heating system should be serviced annually.  Dealerships typically offer “special rates” that include this annual service and cleaning.  Call around for the best deal and service!
• PHONE:  See attached list for your town.
• MAIL:  You may pick up a “Change of Address” form from any local post office.  The completed form should be submitted at least one week prior to closing in order to insure that your mail will be forwarded without loss of service.
• CABLE:  See attached list for your town or check the local directory and/or the town website
• WATER & SEWER (if public): Call to have the service put in your name on the closing date.

Please call us if you need assistance.  We look forward to helping with any details in the final weeks before closing!

Very truly yours,

Doug Stamm
Re/Max Landmark
(508) 341-0989