If you have recently relocated, you have probably spent a great deal of time and effort sourcing unique pieces to transform the interior and exterior of your brand-new property from a blank canvas into a visual representation of your hobbies and interests. If you are a first-time buyer, however, it can be impossible to know where to begin when it comes to caring for your new home. If you need a helping hand or to be guided in the right direction, continue reading to find out everything you need to know as you settle into your new abode.
Establish a cleaning schedule
If you have only recently moved into your new home, it can be tempting to procrastinate when it comes to getting down to the nitty-gritty and making a start on ensuring it is spick and span for future visitors. It can be a perfect time, however, to establish a cleaning schedule for you and your loved ones going forward. It does not necessarily require a great deal of time and effort to do but should take your working hours as well as any extracurricular activities into account to prevent you from falling behind or getting confused. This is especially important if you have moved into a property that lay empty for weeks, months, or even years or that was filthy when you picked up the keys.
Organize home insurance
It may not necessarily top your list of priorities as a first-time buyer but organizing insurance should be one of the first tasks you complete when you move into a new home. It can allow you to protect your loved ones from theft or damage to their belongings and provide you with much-needed peace of mind in the event of an accident or emergency that damages the structural integrity of your property. It may be worth remembering, however, that there are several levels of coverage when it comes to home insurance with costs reflective of this. It is typical for basic home insurance to cover, at the very least, destruction and damage to the interior and exterior of your home, the loss or theft of personal belongings, and personal liability for harm to others. If you are one of the few homeowners that are unfortunate enough to suffer from an accident or emergency, you will be glad you organized home insurance when you did.
Check your smoke alarms on a regular basis
As well as establishing a cleaning schedule and organizing home insurance, you must also check your smoke alarms on a regular basis. This is especially true if you moved into an old or decaying home and are in the process of preserving its traditional features by restoring it to its natural beauty. There is no universal guideline on how often you should check your smoke alarms but most experts recommend once a month at the very minimum. This can allow you to find out whether they are in full working order or whether they require assistance. If you have recently replaced the batteries in your smoke alarm but it remains inoperable, you must contact an electrician in your local area to get to the root of the problem at the earliest convenience. It may not sound like an immediate problem but it can be the difference between you saving the lives of yourself and your loved ones and failing to recognize the warning signs of a fire when it is too late.
Ensure it is safe for children or pets
If you have children or pets, ensuring your new home is a safe environment for them to live in should be one of the first items you complete on your checklist. In order to do so, take a quick walk through your home and make a note of any health and safety hazards or potential hazards and take the time to ensure they are taken care of before you move in. This can prevent accidents from happening within the first few months in your new home so you can focus on settling in and making it your own.
If you have recently relocated across the country or just down the street, there are a number of steps you must take to ensure you are taking care of your new home. This includes establishing a cleaning schedule, organizing home insurance, checking your smoke alarms on a regular basis, and ensuring it is safe for children or pets.
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