utils

Writing & Everyday abbreviation · Classified Ad

utils
Stands forUtilities
CategoriesWriting & Everyday

utils stands for Utilities, a classified ad abbreviation.

Covers services such as electricity, gas, water, sewer and trash in rental listings, typically stating which are included in the rent, as in "utils incl." or "tenant pays utils."

Example: $1,200 a month plus utils; heat and water are covered by the landlord.

Usage notes

Internet and cable are often excluded from "utilities" even when other services are included. Renters should ask for average monthly costs, especially where heat is electric. New York listings often write "H/HW incl." for heat and hot water.

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