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Quick facts about Birger Jarl

Practical information

Inventory

• Bed 200×90 cm including top mattress and mattress cover: 2
• Desk: 1–2
• Set of drawers: 1
• Desk chair: 1–2
• Bookcase: 1 large or 2 small
• Dinner table: 1
• Chairs: 1–2
• Small ladder: 1
• Desk lamp: 1
• Floor lamp: 1
• Fire detector: 1

What to bring

You need to bring your own bedding, sheets and towels.
Kitchenware is not included, but items may have been left by previous tenants.

Sharing a room

At Birger Jarl, each room is furnished with two single beds. You can choose to live alone or share the room with a roommate. Please note that only one person signs the housing contract and is responsible for paying the rent.

If you already have a friend you wish to share with, they should not apply for housing separately but stay as your lodger.

Tenants have access to a shared kitchen. Those sharing the kitchen are jointly responsible for daily cleaning and maintenance.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed indoors.

Internet

SGSNET broadband is included in the rent. Information about your Internet connection (how to register and set up) can be found on the . For detailed instructions, visit the .

To connect to the internet, use an Ethernet cable with the wall socket in your room. A cable is not included but may have been left by the previous tenant.

If you wish to use WiFi, you must bring your own WiFi router or purchase one in Gothenburg.

Post and parcels

Letters and parcels that do not fit in the mailbox are typically delivered to a nearby service point, depending on the carrier (e.g. PostNord, DHL, Bring, or UPS). For details, please check the carrier’s website or app.

If you are sending a letter or parcel, visit the relevant provider’s website for information and nearest drop-off locations. For PostNord services, you can search for your closest service point .

If you receive a letter that is not addressed to you, cross out the recipient’s name and address, write ����ٳܰ�” on the envelope, and place it in a yellow PostNord mailbox.

Vacuum cleaners

There is a built-in vacuum cleaner in the building. The hose is located in a cupboard in the corridor. The machine starts when the hose is connected to one of the wall sockets. Always return the hose after use.

Household waste and recycling

Waste disposal is located next to the laundry rooms in the basement.

Laundry rooms

There are four laundry rooms in the basement. Use the electronic booking system to book a laundry time.

Common spaces and rooms

On the first floor you will find:

• A study room, which can be booked via the same electronic system as the laundry. Parties are not allowed in this room.
• An activity room with a billiard table and space to spend time with neighbours.
• A cinema room, also bookable via the electronic system.

Storage rooms

Storage rooms are not included.

Bicycles

Bicycle parking is available in the courtyard.

Electricity and water

Electricity and water are included in the rent.

The electricity panel is equipped with a residual-current device (marked JFB, for Jordfelsbrytare). If the power goes out, check the fuses in the electric panel and switch them back on. First, check for any faulty appliances that might have caused the outage and unplug them.

Light bulbs, fluorescent tubes, and starters are considered consumables and must be replaced by tenants. If a lamp doesn’t work after replacing the bulb, submit a fault report.

Tenants are responsible for cleaning the drains in both kitchen and bathroom. Instructional videos can be found here (turn on English subtitles):

If water doesn’t drain properly after cleaning, submit a fault report by emailing studenthousing@gu.se.

Fire detectors

The fire detectors in the apartments are powered by a long-life battery. When the battery is low, the detector will emit a recurring beep every few minutes. If this happens, submit a fault report by emailing studenthousing@gu.se.

Check the fire detector regularly to ensure it is functioning properly.