Carolyn J. Braden • 3 Minute Read
What Every New Homeowner Should Put On Their Checklist After The Move
Settling into a new home doesn’t happen overnight. Once the right strategy is in place, though, you can start to enjoy the property with immediate effect. Even if there is a long list of projects ahead.
So, what are the focal points that should allow you to get your new home looking and feeling its best right away? Here’s all you need to know.
Moving can be fun!
Safety
Nothing ruins your relationship with the property like feeling unsafe or vulnerable. Sadly, the likelihood of this happening has greatly increased after the move. After all, you’re still not 100% familiar with the property or the neighborhood. Adding home security features like alarms and surveillance cameras is an ideal starting point. Extend your efforts to the garage and backyard for optimal protection - as well as peace of mind.
Internal dangers are equally important, though. Smoke alarms, childproofing features, and safer tech can all work wonders.
Closet organization idea
Organization
Moving into a new home is the perfect opportunity to get organized and stop making the home feel cluttered. Choosing expert loading and unloading services for moving day is the perfect start as possessions will move into the right rooms. This, combined with the fact you won’t be fatigued, enables you to find the right places for all items. And, where necessary, you can sell or dispose of unwanted goods. It’s far better than having clutter.
Gain a better understanding of your storage needs at this time. You can then quickly invest in any additional units required.
Natural lighting can be great in any home
Efficiency
Efficiency is important for many reasons. It protects the planet and your pocket. Conversely, inefficiency will play on your mind until you’ve corrected it. You might not be ready to replace the windows or roofing just yet. However, you can add attic insulation or restore the HVAC to optimal performance levels with ease. This can be supported by simple updates like switching to LED lights or more efficient appliances.
Simply starting the transformation for building an eco-friendly home makes a difference. And it ensures that you’ll continue the process over the months ahead.
Your home decor should reflect your style
Practicality
It will take time to bring your vision to your life. Nevertheless, you deserve to live in a home that allows you to complete daily tasks with ease. Each room should have a purpose. Building a bedroom that encourages improved sleep should be your first target. Meanwhile, the kitchen and bathroom deserve a lot of attention. The lounge should feel comfortable and provide some entertainment, even if you know that a makeover will follow.
If you have a backyard space, ensuring that it has the right garden furniture and lighting is advised. It adds a new dimension to the home, which you will love.
Moving the whole family is quite a task
Personality
Finally, you need to make the house feel like a home even if further upgrades are needed over the coming years. The simplest way to do this is through personal touches. Decorating the walls with photo tiles, certificates, and other items unique to your family are ideal. Meanwhile, home decor that depicts your favorite animal or patterns can be a quick and easy way to celebrate your tastes. It makes the home stand out.
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When used in conjunction with the features above, you will quickly forget about the old property and make memories in the new one.
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Carolyn J. Braden is the owner of Carolyn’s Blooming Creations is a regular contributor and editor for CBC. She has been featured in numerous media publications such as InStyle Magazine, on HGTV, on Bustle.com, and more. She is the author of the books Georgia McMasters in Amethyst Lake Cemetery, How To Be Yourself: 3 Ways To Help You Being You, and the illustrator for the children’s book Bridging Connections. She is a former classroom teacher that now dedicates her life to educating others on how to live their most healthy, creative and happy life. Learn more about her visiting our About Us page.
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