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July 17, 2023
There is such joy into moving into a flat or new rental property. Packing up your stuff, getting rid of old items that you have completely forgot you had and then there’s the actual move itself.
By the time you’ve lugged all your possessions into your new digs (and potentially putting your back out in the process) you’ll want to kick back at the end of the day and enjoy watching your favourite Netflix series. But, to do that you’ll want to make sure you’ve got rock solid broadband.
The good news is that current laws make it much easier for tenants to get New Zealand’s fastest and most reliable broadband type.
Read on to find out what you’ll need to do to get connected to fibre when renting.
Step 1 - Check on availability
A few months out from move in day, check out our Broadband Checker to see if our network is available in the new area where your new property is located.
‘Internet availability’ is often now a property feature included on rental property listings on sites such as realestate.co.nz. It’s a good idea to verify this with your own search on the Chorus Broadband Checker.
Step 2 - Get your landlord's permission
If your new property doesn’t have fibre, you’ll need to get your landlord’s permission to have it installed. This is because the process involves some minor build work by our technicians who’ll need to run fibre network cables from the street to the home, either aerially or via underground ducts.
However under the new regulations, provided the installation is free (which is the case for most properties) a landlord can only refuse to get fibre installed in very specific circumstances.
Step 3 - Setting yourself up with a broadband plan
The next step is easy. Simply contact your preferred broadband provider and order a fibre broadband plan.
A monthly plan costs roughly the same as a family trip to the movies, so your entertainment budget will go a lot further if you make the switch.
For the best online and streaming experience, you'll want a plan with speeds of 950Mbps or more, and unlimited data. Handy sites like Broadband Compare and Glimp provide a comparison of current plans on offer.
Step 4 - Your fibre installation appointment
When you order your fibre plan, your broadband provider will pass your order on to Chorus to organise your fibre installation appointment.
Remember, you'll need to be there for the appointment, but your landlord won’t need to be unless they really want to.
Find our more information on what the process involves check out our install videos.