Moving into a new home is one of the most tedious and stressful things in the world. You need to pack, clean, move, and unpack. Unfortunately, these tasks can easily get overwhelming, especially if you don’t have the proper help you need. You might even forget other important things, including your home internet or cable service.

If you're moving to a new home, transferring your TV streaming service and internet service is the last thing you want to worry about. But with a little planning ahead, it doesn't have to be a hassle. Here's everything you need to know about how to transfer your TV and internet service to your new home.

How to Transfer TV and Internet Service When Moving to a New Home

If subscribing to a different provider exhausts you from all the paperwork, there are several ways to take your internet provider and TV provider with you in your new home. Check out these tips.

1. Inform your internet service provider and TV provider that you’re moving.

Most providers require at least two weeks’ notice before you cancel service or transfer service to a new address, so it’s important to contact your provider as soon as you know you’re moving. 

If you have a bundled service, such as your internet and streaming services, it would be much less of a hassle for you because you only need to contact one. But if you have different providers for your internet and TV, you will need to call their customer service, and inform them about your plan.

2. Check if you can take your internet and TV service to your new home.

Not all providers offer service in all areas, so it’s important to check whether your current provider offers service in your new location. If not, you may need to switch to a different provider. 

That’s why it’s also important to notify them as early as possible, as this will give them time to process your request (if they’re available in your new home) and make any necessary arrangements. Some providers may offer special relocation deals or discounts, so it’s worth asking about these when you call.

3. See if there are special deals or discounts.

If you’re planning to switch providers or simply get a better deal from your current internet and TV provider, you might want to leverage your whole moving-in situation. You can negotiate with your current service provider and see if they can give you promotional discounts or deals to prevent you from switching to a different provider.

4. Have your new internet and TV service installed and activated in your new home.

If you’re not sure how to install and activate your internet service in your new home, it’s best to call your ISP technician. They’re the only ones who can properly install and activate your internet and TV service, so make sure to get in touch with them.

It would also be helpful if you ask your ISP when was the last time the internet service was active at your new home. Chances could be the previous homeowner or tenant might be using the same network as you, so you’ll not necessarily need a re-installation. However, if they’ve used a different one, you’ll probably need an installation. 

Make sure to do this as quickly as possible by checking and scheduling a re-installation (if you need one), as you wouldn’t want to be left without an internet connection for days or weeks.

5. Check the signal and run a speed test.

Once everything is installed, it’s time to check if your TV and internet service are working properly. You can begin scanning if channels are properly appearing and perform a speed test online to see if your internet speed is what you’re paying for. If you’re not happy with the results, contact your provider to see if there’s anything they can do to improve your service.

6. Always have a plan B.

Even if you do everything right, there’s a chance that something can go wrong with your TV or internet service when you move. So it’s always a good idea to have a backup plan in place, just in case something undesirable happens. For example, you may want to consider getting a mobile hotspot or setting up your TV to stream content from the internet.

Conclusion

Before moving to a new home, don’t forget your TV and internet service. Your best choice would be to coordinate with your service provider and allow them to help with transferring your TV and internet service with ease.