The Olde Kensington Newcomer Guide
This is the one page to bookmark. It links to everything else on the site — the civic basics you have to set up, and the businesses worth knowing as you settle in. Work through it in whatever order matters to you; nothing here is time-sensitive except moving day itself.
The basics
Things to set up whether or not you care about picking a favorite coffee shop.
- 🔌 Internet and Utilities in Olde Kensington
How to set up electric, gas, water, and internet service when you move to Olde Kensington, and who to contact for each.
- 🚗 Parking and Transportation in Olde Kensington
Getting a residential parking permit, street sweeping, reserving curb space on moving day, and getting around Olde Kensington by SEPTA train, trolley, or bus.
- 🗑️ Trash and Recycling Day in Olde Kensington
Find your trash and recycling collection days by address, plus the City's rules for set-out times, bins, bulk items, and illegal dumping.
- 📞 Who to Call in Olde Kensington
Who to call in Olde Kensington for emergencies, police, city services, utilities, and your local representatives.
- 🏫 Schools in Olde Kensington
Which public schools serve Olde Kensington, how to look up the school for your address, and where to find charter, private, and pre-K options.
Getting to know the neighborhood
Picked businesses worth knowing in your first few months.
- 🐕 Dog Walkers & Pet Sitters in Olde Kensington
Dog walkers and pet sitters who serve Olde Kensington.
- 📦 Movers for Olde Kensington
Licensed movers who serve Olde Kensington.
- 🔑 Locksmiths for Olde Kensington
Locksmiths with real storefronts that serve Olde Kensington.
- 🔧 Handyman Services in Olde Kensington
Handyman services that work in Olde Kensington.
- 🚿 Plumbers for Olde Kensington
Plumbers who serve Olde Kensington.
- 💡 Electricians in Olde Kensington
Electricians in and serving Olde Kensington.
- 🌡️ HVAC in Olde Kensington
Heating and cooling companies in and serving Olde Kensington.
- 🧽 House Cleaning in Olde Kensington
Home cleaning services that work in Olde Kensington.
- 🐜 Pest Control for Olde Kensington
Licensed pest control companies that serve Olde Kensington.
- 🏗️ Contractors in Olde Kensington
Contractors and remodelers in and near Olde Kensington.
- 🖌️ Painters in Olde Kensington
House painters in and serving Olde Kensington.
- 🛒 Groceries in Olde Kensington
Where to buy groceries in and near Olde Kensington.
- 🔨 Hardware Stores near Olde Kensington
The nearest hardware stores to Olde Kensington.
- 🍺 Breweries in Olde Kensington
Breweries and taprooms inside Olde Kensington.
- 🩺 Primary Care in Olde Kensington
Primary care doctors in and near Olde Kensington.
- 🦷 Dentists near Olde Kensington
The nearest dentists to Olde Kensington.
- 🏥 Urgent Care near Olde Kensington
Walk-in urgent care centers near Olde Kensington.
- 💊 Pharmacies near Olde Kensington
Pharmacies near Olde Kensington.
- 👓 Optometrists near Olde Kensington
The nearest eye doctors to Olde Kensington.
- 🏋️ Gyms and Fitness in Olde Kensington
Gyms and fitness spots inside Olde Kensington.
- ✂️ Hair Salons near Olde Kensington
The nearest hair salons to Olde Kensington.
- 💈 Barbers in Olde Kensington
Barbershops in Olde Kensington.
- 🐾 Veterinarians near Olde Kensington
The nearest vets to Olde Kensington, plus 24/7 emergency care.
- 🐕 Dog Daycare & Boarding in Olde Kensington
Dog daycare in and near Olde Kensington.
- ✂️ Pet Groomers near Olde Kensington
The nearest pet groomers to Olde Kensington.
- 🏠 Realtors for Olde Kensington
Realtor teams that work in and around Olde Kensington.
- 🚙 Auto Repair in Olde Kensington
Auto repair shops with PA state inspections in and near Olde Kensington.
- 🗄️ Storage in and near Olde Kensington
Self-storage in and near Olde Kensington.
- 📬 Mailbox & Package Receiving in Olde Kensington
Mailbox rental and package receiving in and near Olde Kensington.
- 🧸 Childcare and Daycare in Olde Kensington
Childcare centers and early-education programs inside Olde Kensington.
- 🎨 Artists in Olde Kensington
Working artists and galleries in Olde Kensington.
- 🏺 Classes & Workshops in Olde Kensington
Ceramics, making and printmaking classes in Olde Kensington.
Everything in one place
Want the full list of picks and sponsors without going category by category? See the directory.
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