Learn more about the different apartment utilities you need to consider before selecting your new home.
It’s a great disservice not to understand different apartment utilities. Of course, the cost of rent matters. However, various apartment utilities affect your budget and how you save money. Many first-time renters find out the price of a particular floor plan and think, “I can afford that!” However, you always want to realistically factor in electric, gas, water, waste disposals, and internet or cable. Here is a breakdown of some of the most common apartment utilities.
Electricity and Gas
Two main fees will affect the cost of your monthly electricity bill. There is a provider fee and the amount of utility used. A meter provided by an electric company measures how much gas and energy you use in your apartment. If your goal is to avoid high energy costs, it’s best to ensure you turn off any lights or appliances when they aren’t in use. We also encourage you to keep in mind that weather, the number of people you live with, and the number of appliances you use will affect electricity costs.
Water
The benefit of renting an apartment is that factors such as how much water used on the grounds doesn’t apply to your water bill. Renters mainly use water in the following ways from most to least used:
- Toilets
- Washing Machines
- Faucets
- Water Used in Drink or Food Preparation
Plumbing leaks can severely impact your water bill. Be sure to reach out to maintenance ASAP to fix leaks.
Waste Management
It depends on the property and location. However, waste management typically comes included in the cost of the rent and is usually the least expensive of all the apartment utilities.
Internet and Cable
Cable and internet are wild cards. Most communications services offer a two-in-one deal. However, internet and cable usage are subjective. Most people require the internet to carry out daily tasks, such as avoiding data fees when using their cellphones or working from home.
However, some people opt out of having a television in their homes or avoid paying for digital cable. Streaming services have also changed how people watch movies and TV shows. Our apartments are cable ready, meaning that they come with lines prepared to receive service. You’ll have to choose if you want no cable, basic cable, or if you want to upgrade to digital cable and if you’re going to pay for enhancements such as HBO or other movie channels.
For a thorough understanding of our different apartment utilities, call us today.
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