{"id":12671,"date":"2019-11-19T10:00:35","date_gmt":"2019-11-19T18:00:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/?p=12671"},"modified":"2025-01-29T11:39:24","modified_gmt":"2025-01-29T19:39:24","slug":"setting-up-utilities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/renters\/setting-up-utilities\/","title":{"rendered":"Setting Up Utilities"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Moving is always a chore. And it isn\u2019t just limited to transporting your stuff from A to B; it also requires some scheduling and logistical planning to ensure you have heat, electricity, cable and, of course, WiFi when you move in. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you set up utilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<br>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\" id=\"toc\"><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid black; text-align: center; margin: 20px 0%; padding: 20px;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#how\">How do I set up utilities?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#when\">When do I initiate setup?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#which\">Which utilities do I need to set up?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#electricity\">Electricity<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#gas\">Gas<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#water\">Water\/Sewer<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#internet\">Internet\/Cable\/Phone<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#security\">Security\/Alarm System<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"#garbage\">Garbage\/Recycling Collection<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how\">How do I set up utilities?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To set up utilities, visit the provider\u2019s webpage to log in or open an account. Most providers mentioned in this post have online portals to make setting up, transferring, starting and stopping easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll need to provide:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>New address (make sure to include your unit number)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Start date or transfer date<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can call each company separately if you want to, but it\u2019s typically much faster to complete these requests online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"when\">When do I initiate set up?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You will want your utilities up and running on move-in day preferably. 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If there is any doubt, ask your landlord:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Which utilities do I need to set up?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you recommend any providers?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You may be responsible for some or all of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"electricity\">Electricity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>BC&nbsp;Hydro has been British&nbsp;Columbia&#8217;s largest generator and distributor of&nbsp;electricity&nbsp;for decades and this government-regulated utility provides all the electricity for the entire lower mainland and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Setting up an account is easy and can be done on-line <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/app.bchydro.com\/accounts-billing\/moving-electrical-connections\/new-customer.html#home\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>. For renters, you\u2019ll need to provide your new address, phone number, and your landlord\u2019s name and contact information. You will be charged a nominal fee for set up (about $14) and you may be required to provide a security deposit if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>You have no credit history with BC Hydro.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BC Hydro cannot conduct an Equifax credit check.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An Equifax check shows a deposit is required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You cannot provide a reference letter from another utility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The amount will vary for each customer based on billing plan, average monthly bills of comparable properties and a dollar amount 2 or 3x the estimated monthly bill.&nbsp;The full security deposit will be credited to your account after one year of on-time bill payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"gas\"><span style=\"font-size: inherit;\">Gas<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>To get cooking right away, or simply stay warm depending on your home\u2019s heating type, you will need to hook up natural gas. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fortisbc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">FortisBC<\/a> is the sole regulated distributor of natural gas in Vancouver though there are a number of authorized natural gas retailers which serve Vancouver and the surrounding area. These commercial providers include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/accessgas.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Access Gas Services<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.altagas.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\">AltaGas<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/bluestreamenergy.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\">Bluestream Energy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.directenergy.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\">Direct Energy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.justenergy.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Just Energy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/planetenergy.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\">Planet Energy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.summitt.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\">Summitt Energy<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Though traditionally FortisBC has been a reliable and fair priced supplier, it may be in your best interest to compare costs with other natural gas services. <a href=\"https:\/\/energyrates.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Energyrates.ca<\/a> has a quick and easy tool to do this. Many of these offer fixed rate, variable rate and fixed cost monthly plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can set yourself up, close, or move your FortisBC account on their site, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fortisbc.com\/services\/open-close-or-move-your-account\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<br>\n<style>\n.background-renter-cta-trusted-website {\n  text-align: center;\n  color: #303030;\n  font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif;\n  font-size: 24px;\n}\n\n.cta-block-renter-cta-trusted-website p{\n  font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif;\n  color: #303030; \n  font-weight: 400;\n  text-align: center; \n  font-size: 16px;\n}\n.cta-block-renter-cta-trusted-website li{\n  font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif;\n  color: #303030; \n  font-weight: 400;\n  text-align: center; \n  font-size: 16px;\n}\n.cta-block-renter-cta-trusted-website {\n  background-color: #F5F5F5;\n  border-radius: 16px;\n  padding: 30px;\n  text-align: center;\n  margin: 20px 0px;\n}\n.button-renter-cta-trusted-website {\n  margin-top: 20px;\n  padding: 12px 16px;\n  background: #1D415E;\n  border: 0px solid white;\n  box-shadow: 0px 6px 8px -2px rgba(29, 66, 94, 0.4), 0px 12px 16px rgba(32, 121, 193, 0.15);\n  border-radius: 6px;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  \n  font-family: 'Inter';\n  font-style: normal;\n  font-weight: 600;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  line-height: 16px;\n  text-align: center;\n  color: #FFFFFF;\n\n}\n  \n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"background-renter-cta-trusted-website cta-block-renter-cta-trusted-website\">\n<h3><strong>liv.rent &#8211; Canada&#8217;s trusted house &amp; apartment rental website<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>Search apartments, condos, and homes for rent.<\/p>\n<br>\n<li><b>Verified Landlords:<\/b> Rent from a trusted landlord. Look for the &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/livrent\/rental-verification-process\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ID Verified<\/a>&#8221; tag to identify which landlords have been pre-screened.<\/li>\n<li><b>Quality Rentals:<\/b> Browse listings that have been checked by our team. Verified by official documents or by mail.<\/li>\n<li><b>One-Click Applications:<\/b> Fill out your <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/livrent\/apply-to-multiple-listings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Renter Resume<\/a> once and apply to multiple listings in just a few clicks.<\/li>\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><button id=\"button-renter-cta-trusted-website\" class=\"button-renter-cta-trusted-website\">Find Rentals Near You<\/button><\/a>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"water\">Water\/Sewer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How it works<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Typically, your landlord will take care of this.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They will be billed quarterly by <a href=\"https:\/\/vancouver.ca\/home-property-development\/water-and-sewer-bill.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">The City of Vancouver<\/a> or other municipal government. The amount will be based on water usage indicated by a city installed <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/vancouver.ca\/home-property-development\/metered-rates.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">meter. <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If this cost is passed on to you, the tenant, you can <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/vancouver.ca\/home-property-development\/pay-your-bill.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">pay your utility bill<\/a> at variety of financial institutions, at City Hall or through pre-authorized, automatic monthly payments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 2px solid steelblue; text-align: center; margin: 20px 0%; padding: 20px;\">\n<p style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #3E5B77;\"><b><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/features\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">liv.rent<\/a><\/b> recommends Canadian cell phone service provider, PhoneBox, for the most affordable LTE plans on the market and free shipping of SIM cards anywhere in the world!<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #3E5B77;\">Unlock liv.rent exclusive deals and receive even better deals as a liv.rent member. <b>Click here<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/mysim.gophonebox.com\/?bn=3106\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">&gt;&gt; Go Phonebox<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<BR>\n<h2 id=\"internet\">Internet\/Cable\/Phone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most often these utilities are purchased together though not necessarily. <strong>Do your research to determine best rates and the best service for your specific needs.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.comparemyrates.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">comparemyrates.com<\/a> to run a comparison of rates for internet, mobile, cable, car insurance and more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consider foregoing landline. Given the ubiquity of cell phones, a landline may not be necessary so consider this when negotiating or selecting your package.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>More and more, cell phone companies will add a landline to your plan for a nominal fee. So if you\u2019d still like a landline (nice to have if cell network down), it can be provided by a company other than Telus in B.C.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In Vancouver, the biggest providers of internet and cable services are <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.googleadservices.com\/pagead\/aclk?sa=L&amp;ai=DChcSEwjBz77M9LXlAhVaIK0GHRVrApkYABAAGgJwdg&amp;ohost=www.google.com&amp;cid=CAESQeD2StdJ3Shy_5CflOkNVKgVSeEO2QxYqRFbOcDBwhGoeIE9q_j4U6bYbovXoLt6rqz8u-Vf0Sed3XwgEqxGaS9v&amp;sig=AOD64_3u3NzHY9MCizxq093x6yKp6tZLiw&amp;q=&amp;ved=2ahUKEwj1urXM9LXlAhWYIjQIHfZTDoIQ0Qx6BAgQEAE&amp;adurl=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shaw<\/a> and <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.googleadservices.com\/pagead\/aclk?sa=L&amp;ai=DChcSEwjBz77M9LXlAhVaIK0GHRVrApkYABAKGgJwdg&amp;ohost=www.google.com&amp;cid=CAESQeD2StdJ3Shy_5CflOkNVKgVSeEO2QxYqRFbOcDBwhGoeIE9q_j4U6bYbovXoLt6rqz8u-Vf0Sed3XwgEqxGaS9v&amp;sig=AOD64_1Otpt3gk0WEdFU86KnynODxR4Wjg&amp;q=&amp;ved=2ahUKEwj1urXM9LXlAhWYIjQIHfZTDoIQ0Qx6BAgOEAE&amp;adurl=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Telus<\/a>.\u00a0 They own the infrastructure but there are other second-tier Internet Service Providers (ISPs) that offer competitive internet services at lower cost. Keep in mind, though, they often have higher up-front costs charging for modems and installation. Shaw and Telus may match them on price if you are a savvy negotiator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;Internet Rate Comparison<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"652\" src=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Welcome-To-Vancouver-How-To-Set-Up-My-Utilities-Table-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13233\" srcset=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Welcome-To-Vancouver-How-To-Set-Up-My-Utilities-Table-01.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Welcome-To-Vancouver-How-To-Set-Up-My-Utilities-Table-01-300x102.jpg 300w, https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Welcome-To-Vancouver-How-To-Set-Up-My-Utilities-Table-01-768x261.jpg 768w, https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Welcome-To-Vancouver-How-To-Set-Up-My-Utilities-Table-01-1024x347.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To compare prices of ISPs available in your area, try this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findinternet.ca\/en\/vancouver-british-columbia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">findinternet tool.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 5px solid aliceblue; text-align: center; margin: 20px 0%; padding: 20px\">\n<p style=\"font-size: 20px; color: #3E5B77; margin: 0;\"><strong><a href=\"#toc\">Back To Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"security\">Security\/Alarm System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Alarms are great for added security. Here&#8217;s what you need to know:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Security systems can include an alarm system, security cameras, and even air quality updates so you will be notified if there\u2019s carbon monoxide or smoke.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whether you\u2019re home or away, the alarm will notify you if someone opens your door or window.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your landlord will provide you with the name of the security company and contact information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With respect to fire and carbon monoxide detectors, the landlord must ensure they are in working order when you move in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 2px solid lightcoral; text-align: center; margin: 20px 0%; padding: 20px; color: #BD8D7C;\">\n<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2019\/09\/neighbourhood-guide-dunbar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Neighbourhood Guide: Dunbar<\/a><\/p>\n<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2018\/10\/neighborhood-guide-main-street\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Neighbourhood Guide: Main Street<\/a><\/p>\n<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2019\/08\/neighbourhood-guide-north-vancouver\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Neighbourhood Guide: North Vancouver<\/a><\/p>\n<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2019\/02\/neighbourhood-guide-west-end-vancouver\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Neighbourhood Guide: West End<\/a><\/p>\n<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2018\/11\/neighbourhood-guide-commercial-drive\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Neighbourhood Guide: Commercial Drive<\/a><\/p>\n<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2018\/09\/neighborhood-guide-living-in-yaletown\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Neighbourhood Guide: Yaletown<\/a><\/p>\n<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2018\/08\/vancouver-neighbourhoods-chinatown\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Neighbourhood Guide: Chinatown<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"garbage\">Garbage\/Recycling Collection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the Greater Vancouver area, property taxes ensure garbage\/recycling pickup on a weekly basis. You will want to ask your landlord how these are handled:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Where does garbage and recycling go?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What days is it pick up?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Is there a composting program etc.?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The City of Vancouver website is also a good resource. Look up your pick up schedule <a href=\"https:\/\/vancouver.ca\/home-property-development\/garbage-and-recycling-collection-schedules.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">here<\/a> so you know when to set out your bins if you are in a house, duplex, triplex or fourplex. If you live in an apartment tower, you will not be responsible for garbage\/recycling collection. Just do your part, and recycle properly! Refer to the City of Vancouver\u2019s <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/vancouver.ca\/home-property-development\/recycling.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Waste Wizard<\/a> if you are unsure of what can or cannot be recycled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<br> \n\n<style> \n\n.button-rethink-way-you-rent { \n  background-color: #3E5B77; \n  border: 5px #26425C; \n  color: white; \n  padding: 10px 30px; \n  text-align: center; \n  text-decoration: none; \n  display: inline-block; \n  font-size: 15px; \n  margin: 5px 0px 20px 0px; \n  cursor: pointer; \n} \n<\/style> \n\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-23097\" src=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Digital-Contracts-Cropped-2.gif\" alt=\"Find apartments &amp; houses for rent with the liv.rent app\" width=\"196\" height=\"370\" style=\"float:left;\"> \n\n<h3 style=\"color: #3E5B77;\">Rethink The Way You Rent<\/h3> \n\n<p>Not on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">liv.rent<\/a><\/strong> yet? Experience the ease of digital applications &#038; contracts, verified tenants &#038; landlords, virtual tours and more \u2013 all on one platform. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sign up for free<\/a><\/strong> or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/download\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> download the app<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p> \n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><button id=\"button-rethink-way-you-rent\" class=\"button-rethink-way-you-rent\">Learn More<\/button><\/a> \n\n<p style=\"color: #3E5B77\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/315027fd.sibforms.com\/serve\/MUIEALxBmw-zX8J7nIDbE8Y0GsbO2XD2wyS5o8IJ7wVaedytZTfE-Ysnf2unVSDuBMQ_DiIreTYMftk3u84zjN-NZ459-r4fafSVJmvHqufcCZsHOdl9YPdQlyNO_8e-aEyO3JswcwrjPcNt9Ll22P85SQ6zAIiqlLhL9S2Es9edJgfjg0307yN6DptRbjGnHobRqNlUNRLczWrl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Subscribe<\/a><\/strong> to receive the latest tenant &#038; landlord tips and get notified about changes in the Canadian rental market.\n<\/p> \n\n<p style=\"color: #3E5B77\"><strong>>> Stay up-to-date on the average rent in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal: <\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/rent-reports\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rent Reports<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Moving is always a chore. 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