Moving into a new home can be extremely overwhelming. Believe me, I have moved about 4 times in the last 3 years. Double checking to make sure I packed everything and making sure everything arrives in one piece is a mental struggle! However, I found that having a checklist always helps me to make sure every point I need to meet, is met! Below is your Go-To Checklist when moving into your next home.
(P.S. Don’t forget to have Appliance Rescue Service which services the DFW area check the appliances! )
1) Taking Measurement of Each Room!
This includes:
a) Kitchen
b) Dining Room
c) Family Room
d) Living Room
e) Master Bedroom
f) Any Other Bedrooms
2) Transfer All Utilities In Your Name BEFORE Closing!
This includes
a) Gas/Electric
b) Water/Sewer
c) Garbage
d) Cable
e) WiFi
f) DON’T FORGET: To Change your address on all Credit/Debit cards, and accounts associated with them!
3) Get Your Appliances Running
a) Plug In Your Fridge To Get Cooling Activated
b) Testing the Oven/Stove (If Applicable)
c) Run The Dishwasher To Make Sure It Works
4) Changing Locks on Every Door!
This includes:
a) Front Door
b) Back Door
c) Garage Door
d) Backyard
e) Side Gate
5) Pack A Bag Like You’re Going on a Short Trip. This includes
a) A Few Changes of Clothes
b) Pajamas
c) Toiletries
These are just a few of the most important things to remember when moving into a new home. For the full list of check-in reminders, head on over to HomeLight to check it out! If during your check you find anything wrong with your kitchen appliances, please contact Appliance Rescue Service to set up a service call!