There is usually a feeling of excitement when you purchase a new home, so you want to move into your new home as soon as you can. Before moving into the new home, however, there are some specific areas you need to consider. Making improvements or changes to these areas that are commonly over-looked will protect your home better and also make it truly yours. The following are some tips that are important if you have recently bought a new home or on the market for one.

Locks

This may be seen as a no-brainer, but most home buyers normally get distracted with the requirements and the hassles of moving and settling in the new home that replacing the locks is put on the back burner. Then after some time, you forget you are still using the keys given to you when closing. It is very important, however not to let this happen. Before moving into the new house, the first thing you need to do is to replace the locks. You can do this yourself or with the help of a local door repair service. The locks are also relatively cheap, but their prices range depending on brand, design, quality, and style.

Vents

If you are purchasing a new construction house, there may not be any need for vent inspection and clearing, but it is a good idea that you clear out the dust collected during construction. For homes which have been around for some years, it is wise that you get rid of the dirt gathered all the years and the dander which has accumulated in the vents of the home. This may be done by professional services for a low price and need to take a day to complete. Start your new journey in a clean, fresh home with a healthy air environment.

Fuse box

The next task to complete before you move into your new home is set up your fuse box. Learning your fuse box will take more than a single person to ensure you have a helper to help you get the job done. Start by switching off all electronic plugged in. Then have the helper turn on all the lights and go through every fuse assigning it to areas in your home.

Plumbing

This is the most important system in the home apart from heating and cooling. Without properly working plumbing, your home is sent back to the stone age. Faucets, showers, baths, laundry, and toilets are appliances which you use to function in life. You should, therefore, ensure you have the plumbing system of your new home inspected thoroughly before you move in.

Chimney and fireplace

For houses that are not new construction, you have to inspect the chimney. Bird and bats can nest and roost in the chimneys more so in a home left vacant for a long time. There could also be structural issues and health concerns which professionals can point out. Ensure issues are repaired before moving into the new home for functional and safe fireplaces.…