Moving to a new home is exciting, but it can also be exhausting. Packing and clearing your old living space is a time-consuming task that can take days or even weeks. With the help of a moving company, the relocating process can remain organized and smooth. But before settling into your new home, make sure to complete the following tasks. 

5 Steps to Prep Your Home Before Moving In

1. Change the Locks

Once you get the keys to your new home, change all of your locks right away. Purchase a new set for all entry points to your home and have a professional locksmith install them. This is an important step to prevent unauthorized access from other people who might have duplicates of old keys to your new home.

2. Perform Deep Cleaning

Before moving in, have the entire house cleaned up from top to bottom. This includes steam-cleaning carpets, wiping down cabinets and counters, vacuuming all floors, and getting rid of unwanted pests in your new home. You can do these tasks as a weekend project, or hire a professional cleaning service to get everything done instead.

3. Check the Plumbing 

Ensure that the plumbing system in your home is in good working condition by bringing in licensed technicians to perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs as needed. It’s difficult to call for heating repairs or plumbing works in the middle of a cold day. If you’re new to the area, ask your neighbors for recommendations.

4. Locate the Circuit Breaker and Main Valve

As an owner, you have to familiarize yourself with the ins and outs of your new home—including where the circuit breakers and main water valve are located. Label the fuses to know which one controls what parts of the house as a handy guide. Doing these things lets you prepare for emergencies.

5. Do Easy Improvement Projects

Take a good look at your new home to see if your walls need a fresh coat of paint or whether your cabinets require a few organizers and some extra shelves. Or perhaps, consider putting up window treatments for privacy and shade or replacing switch plates for a more uniform look. Perform these minor improvement projects to make your home cozier by the time you move in.

Make sure that your new home is ready before the movers from Nebraskaland Moving arrive. Based in Lincoln County, NE, they are among the best moving companies in the state and have provided quick, efficient residential mover services nationwide. Whether you’re moving across the state or country, always rely on this team of cargo experts. Call (402) 466-8169 to schedule a move or visit their website to see a list of services.