Setting up your new home

You’re responsible for setting up utilities. These include your gas, electricity and water supplies. You should set up your accounts with the current suppliers straight away. This will ensure you have gas, electricity and water when you move in.

You’ll need proof of identity and your tenancy agreement to do this.

You can find out who your gas supplier is here: https://www.findmysupplier.energy/

You can find out who your electricity supplier is here: https://www.energynetworks.org/customers/find-my-network-operator

Gas and electrical safety certificates for the property were emailed to you when we arranged the viewing appointment.

When you sign your tenancy agreement, we’ll give you up-to-date readings of your gas and electricity meters. These will be written on the inside of your Welcome pack folder. You should give these to the suppliers when you set up your accounts.

You also need to contact Clarion’s local gas contractor to reconnect your gas supply at no cost to you. When the operative comes to your property to reconnect the gas, they'll also show you how to use your boiler. Details of your local contractor are written on the inside of your welcome pack folder.

You may need to turn on your water supply using the water shut-off valve, also known as the stopcock. We’ll let you know where it is when you move in.

We understand that it is becoming more difficult to pay utility bills. Find out about saving money on utility bills.

It's your responsibility to pay your rent and service charges on time.

Direct debit is the easiest way to pay. You can set this up online or over the phone with us securely. 

Whichever payment method you choose, you are responsible for payments reaching us on time. Universal Credit replaces Housing Benefit for many residents. Our Welfare Benefits Team can advise on how to manage your claim and rent payments. Contact us immediately if you have difficulty paying your rent. The earlier you contact us the better, as there will be more we can do to help you.

A large number of repairs within the property are our responsibility. There are some you’ll be responsible for.

Read our responsibility for repairs 

You may need some help and guidance on how to maintain your property. For further information and ‘how to’ videos, the link to the page can be found:

Watch our 'How to' videos