Experts say you must do these things after you move into your new home.
Have a thorough deep clean done of the home, including having air vents professionally cleaned, Palmer suggests.
Adeep cleanwill give you a fresh canvas as you move your belongings into your new space.
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This service can cost anywhere from $200 to $400 depending on the size of your home.
Hire Pest Control
You might not see any bugs, but chances are theyre there.
Palmer suggests hiring a pest control company on day one to ensure long-termmaintenance of your home.
Address Your Home Inspection Report
Chances are you had ahome inspectiondone before closing on your home.
But dont just toss it out once youre moved in.
A common concern issmoke alarms, for instance.
Lundt says your report will tell you which rooms have them and which need to have their batteries replaced.
From there, youll want to address the bigger issues in your home.
Check the age of the roof and confirm its in tip-top shape, Palmer says.
If not, considerhaving it replacedso that it’s possible for you to enjoy years of carefree living.
Do the same with yourwater heater.
If it is older than 10 years, I recommend replacing it, Palmer says.
Youll have better efficiency and fewer chances of leaks, etc.
Finally, take a look at your homes windows, ensuring theyre tight and secure, Palmer says.
Doing so will ensure your heating and cooling bills remain reasonable.
Before you hire a handyman to come out, contact your home warranty company to ask whats covered.
You could save a lot of money.
