Prepare to Live Comfortably in Your New Home With These Five Essentials

Written by Posted On Friday, 04 January 2019 14:50

Did you recently close on a house? Are you a first-time property owner? Many people fail to realize the work and upkeep that comes along with buying a house. Routine maintenance, regular cleaning, updates, and security concerns keep you on your toes from day one. We talk about five things that can make the transition a little smoother and cover a few of the basics you want to have when you move into your new house below.

Motion detecting lights

Security is a top concern when owning a home. One way to protect your family and property is to use motion detection equipment. Security lights illuminate any area of your property and you can place them to make sure there are no hidden zones around your house. Use these lights on the garage, shed, and deck to put a light on movement. These lights often deter burglars and will let you see if a dangerous animal or other threat is visible on your property.

A tool kit for maintenance projects

A story in the New York Times talks about a college gift one student got from her grandparents upon heading off to the dorm. At first, the lady thought it was a joke, but she would soon realize how handy a screwdriver and some pliers could be to students living away from home. She says she still keeps a toolbox around the house today to help with odd jobs like tightening up a loose cabinet door, replacing a squeaky floorboard, and hooking up a new washer and dryer.

Insurance and home coverage

Before you move into your new house, you will want peace of mind that fire, burglary, flood, and natural disasters are covered. A home warranty, property insurance, and appliance coverage are a few types of coverage you can purchase to save you high out-of-pocket costs when a big item needs repairing. Each provider offers policies that fulfill the local regulations and state laws for your area, so checking the full coverage details is a good idea. The time you spend on research is worth the information you gain.

Fire extinguishers and ladders

Something simple that many homeowners overlook is a slide lock for the door between the garage and the house. This inexpensive item can give you a little extra safety. Ladders to make reaching the gutters and windows on the second floor are necessary safety items as well. Many people never imagine needing a fire extinguisher much less pick one up for each floor of the house. House Logic says there are five kinds of extinguishes made for putting out wood, oil, and electrical fires. Having the right fire protection for your new house is necessary for safety.

Emergency kits

State Farm says emergency preparedness kits are necessary for winter, natural disasters, accidents, and power outages. A first-aid kit is one of the first things to put in your emergency stash. Extra water and non-perishable food items like Spam, MRE's, canned beans, pasta, cereal, trail mix, and fruit are nutritious foods that can help your family survive in a crisis. Other things you should consider keeping around are batteries, chargers if you have a generator, flashlights, blankets, extra clothing, wet gear like umbrellas, ponchos, and rain boots, important documents in a sealed plastic bag including phone numbers for your insurance company, and extra medication like inhalers for asthmatics.

When you invest in your first house, you may not know the full depth of everything that you are responsible for or how to prepare for unexpected things. This list gives you five things to consider while waiting for the closing or packing up to make the move. Safety, security, and peace of mind are worth every ounce of energy you use for planning ahead. Knowing your family has a plan and the supplies to be self-sufficient or handle accidents is one of the best ways to begin your journey as a homeowner.

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