Utilities

Electricity, water, gas, internet, and setting up your home.

Practical Guidance

Setting up utilities is one of the first tasks when moving into a new home. In Israel, electricity is provided by the Israel Electric Corporation (IEC), water by local municipalities, and gas by private companies. Internet and phone services are competitive, with multiple providers offering bundled deals.

You've got the keys. Now you need the home to actually work.

Your main household accounts are likely to include:

Electricity.
Water.
Gas where applicable.
Arnona.
Internet.
Television/streaming.
Mobile phones.
Building charges.

When Moving In

Record meter readings where applicable and establish which accounts need transferring from the previous occupant.

Don't assume the landlord automatically handles them.

Keep:

Lease.
ID details.
Meter readings.
Account references.
Confirmation of transfers.

Arnona

Arnona is municipal property tax and is normally a significant household bill. Eligibility for discounts can depend on personal circumstances and municipality, so check with your local authority rather than assuming someone else's discount applies to you.

Internet

Compare providers on actual service to your address rather than headline speeds.

Ask:

What infrastructure reaches the building?
Is the router included?
Installation fee?
Minimum commitment?
Cancellation conditions?
Actual monthly price after introductory offers?

Anglo Dad tip: Create a simple "home admin" folder in cloud storage. Israeli household bureaucracy becomes far easier when you can find every contract and account number immediately.