Unpacking Your Belongings
Now that you and all your stuff has arrived at your new home, the unpacking must begin, but where to start. Below are some tips to help you unpack in an organized fashion.
- Hook up any major appliances like the fridge, stove and washer and dryer
- You don't have to unpack everything the first day so start with essential rooms first like the kitchen and bathrooms
- Keep the kids busy by making them unpack their own rooms
- Make a sketch of how you want the living room and the bedrooms to look before you begin to move furniture and unpack the entertainment system
Ensure Your Address is Updated
Avoid confusion and possible late fees or penalties on your bills by making sure your address was changed with the companies listed below.
- Auto insurance company
- Driver's license
- Credit cards
Get to Know Your Neighborhood
To feel more like your home and part of your new community, you have to get out there and learn your neighborhood. Take these few steps listed below to get you started.
- Find the police station, hospital and fire department near your home
- Look for your local grocery store, pharmacy and gas station
- Locate your nearest post office
- Call the sanitation department or your community association to inquire about when trash is collected
- Get a local newspaper subscription
Hire a Maid
Now that you’ve unpacked and the dust has settled – literally – why not hire a maid to give your new home a thorough cleaning while you take a break. Here are some tips to find a qualified cleaning service.
- Ask if the company has a license
- See if the company is insured
- Research the company with the Better Business Bureau
- Make sure the company screens their employees
- Be eco-friendly and choose a company that uses environmentally friendly products
- Inquire if the company has professional credentials and affiliations
Find a Good Pool Cleaning Company
If you new home has a pool then it is a sure bet your family can’t wait to jump in. Below are tips to help you find just the right pool maintenance company.
- Always research the company with the Better Business Bureau
- If you want to be eco-friendly, ask if they use environmentally friendly products
- Look for a company that screens their employees
Exterminated for un-welcomed pests
No one wants bugs crawling around so find a good pest control company is important. Follow the tips below to find a company that will take care of unwanted pests.
- Ask if they are state certified
- Research the company with the Better Business Bureau
- Make sure the company screens their employees
- Be eco-friendly and choose a company that uses environmentally friendly products
- Inquire if the company belongs to any professional pest control associations
- Ask if the company has a guarantee policy
Sign up for landscaper and lawncare services
Enjoy and relax in your new yard and let the professionals do the upkeep. Below are some tips to help you find just the perfect lawn care service company.
- Ask if the company has a license
- See if the company is insured
- Research the company with the Better Business Bureau
- Make sure the company screens their employees
- Be eco-friendly and choose a company that uses environmentally friendly products
- Inquire if the company has professional credentials and affiliations
- Get a contract with the company
Get the Right Security System
Make sure your family is safe in your new home by getting a state-of-the-art home security system. Below are tips to getting a tailored alarm system that is right for your family.
- Look into getting glass break sensors for your windows
- If you have pets, you might want to skip the motion sensors
- Inquire if you are going to need a landline phone for the security system to work
- If your neighborhood is not well lit, you might look into getting motion sensor lights
Find a Recycling Center
Recycling should be a huge part of your daily life, but do you know where to recycle in your new area? Below are tips to help you find where to recycle products in your new neighborhood.
- Check with your neighborhood association to see if they have curb side recycling
- Check the Web site for your city or the mayor’s site to find a local recycling center near you
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