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Moving 101: 5 Home Remodels You Should Complete Before You Move In

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If you just bought your new house, Congratulations! Your entire family is obviously excited about moving to your new house. There are many other things to get excited about when moving into a new home. With all the tasks to do, like packing, hiring movers, and downsizing, renovating the home is likely to be the last thing you will think about. However, it is better to tackle home upgrades before moving into a new home. If you want to save money, consider doing the following home improvement projects before moving into your new home.

If you want to save money, then it can be a good idea to do some of the projects before you move in. Not only can it help to save money, but it can also help your stress levels! When you are moving in, you could also factor some of the costs into the mortgage that you need to take out for the new home. If you find a mortgage cost calculator you will be able to calculate the costs of what is needed, alongside the cost of the house, and work out what you will be able to afford to borrow. This can be a more cost-efficient way of doing things, rather than trying to save up or remortgage later down the line. Then you can move into your new home and have things ready to go, just as you like them.

Open up smaller spaces

It’s not unusual to have the odd room in your home that you wish was just that little bit bigger – but not to worry! If you utilise the space well, and use the right kind of decor, you can make smaller rooms seem much bigger! There’s a wonderful guide on sarahscoop.com on how to make a smaller space feel bigger, but you can also try out things such as minimalistic furniture to try and make the room look and feel bigger.

 

Spruce up the Bathroom

Bathroom remodelling is usually linked with the highest ROI in the area of home improvements. Apart from that, your bathroom is a place where you can relax and tend to your desires. Your bathroom encounters a lot of foot traffic every day; therefore, if you have a big family, you may want to increase the size. But first, what tiles should you use for your bathroom? There are numerous ways to personalize and renew the traditional looks, like adding in some new bathroom appliances, vanities, and countertops, changing out hardware and fixtures, or even replacing or refacing the bathroom cabinets. Conducting a bathroom renovation ensures that everyone is happy that they can immediately start using their new bathroom when they move in to get rid of the moving stress.

 

Paint the Walls

Painting is fun when you know how to do it the right way. Applying a fresh coat of paint is an inexpensive home upgrade that makes a significant transformation in terms of its visual appeal. Painting the interior of the house also sets the mood and atmosphere for the whole home. Always remember to prepare the surface before grabbing that paintbrush. Prepare the surface to eliminate mould and moisture. Also, repair the cracks and level any unevenness you will find.

 

Improve Home Security

It is easy to ignore home security in the middle of everything that is going on. However, it is one of the most critical steps to take while moving into a new home. New homes can be easy targets for burglars, because, on many occasions, first time home buyers make the mistake of moving in with their belongings before they can actually live there. Additionally, burglars are aware that new homeowners are often overwhelmed by the moving process and forget to put security measures in place. Before moving into your new home, make sure that you;

  • Re-key external doors
  • Evaluate the condition and security of your doors
  • Make smart exterior fencing choices
  • Install a monitored home security system

Renovate the Kitchen

Your kitchen is the heart of your home, and also the most complicated remodelling projects you can conduct. Renovate your kitchen if you feel that it is outdated and cramped. This is something that you will want to do long before you move in, if possible – even before you have called the local removals company to enquire about their services, and certainly before actually unpacking any kitchen belongings. With a new kitchen, you’ll find that you have a much more valuable and beautiful home in no time, so this is definitely something you will want to think about.

 

Baby Proof the House

It can be overwhelming to move into a new home, organize, set up the furniture, decorate, and clean everything with a newborn or toddler around. Baby proof the home firsts before moving into your new home. Ensure that windows have locks, move toxic products out of children’s reach and make cabinets baby proof, protect sharp edges, and set up baby gates.

Some home improvement projects can be fun activities for children. These home remodelling ideas will also make them more excited about moving to their new home. Doing most of these home improvements can save a lot of time, disappointments, and money when moving into the house. Complete these home improvement projects before bringing in those boxes.

 

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