Utilities

Once you have found a home to rent or buy, you will need to set up various utilities.

Handy Dutch words and phrases

  • energieleverancier - energy supplier
  • netbeheerder - network operator
  • meterkast - meter cupboard
  • Vereniging van Eigenaren, VvE - the owners’ association

     

Meter cupboard (meterkast)

Every home has a meter cupboard for the gas, electricity and water meters, and other connections, such as for the phone or television.

For more information

  • Information in English about gas supply contracts from the Dutch government

  • Information in English about electricity supply contracts from the Dutch government