Moving into your new home is an exciting time for you and your family. To make moving in as simple and stress-free as possible try to consider these tips to help you prepare and make sure that everything goes smoothly and everything is in check.
Change The Locks
It’s somewhat ceremonial when you’re handed the keys to your new home. But consider changing the locks. Head over to the hardware store or prepare this in advance and have new locks ready. It’s always good practice to change the locks. Your safety should be your priority in moving in to this new place. There are more options now like locks with keypads, locks that you can open with smartphone applications, etc.
Clean
You won’t have another type of opportunity wherein your stuff are probably not there yet, displayed and out. It is the best time to clean every little nook and cranny. You do not know which has been thoroughly cleaned so you do not know which could be filled with germs and bacteria. If you have people prone to allergies this should be a must. Think of it as a fresh start.
Replace The Toilet Seat
Toilet seats are not that expensive. Changing it is also a good practice. It can also give your new bathroom a fresh look.
Check Which Things Need Replacing
Switch plates, vent covers, faucets and other may be missing broken or hiding dirt. Check everything so you won’t have to worry later and you can relax comfortably. If you need to hire an electrician, cleaner, plumber or any other professional, then do it.
Paint
If your new house does not have good paint, consider doing it now. Fresh paint makes the place look good, it makes everything look neutral and makes all your stuff easier to see and could probably complement them. If you already know what colors you want, go ahead and paint before you get all your stuff in the house.
Plan Ahead
Before purchasing anything new, a simple drawing of where you want your furniture to go can change everything. You wouldn’t want to find yourself stuck with a new sofa that does not fit perfectly in the place you wanted it to be. Planning ahead can help prepare you for anything and everything.
If you are planning to buy a home, let The Incorvaia Team make the process as easy as possible for you. Call us at 440-879-7130 today!
