Moving into a new Jersey Shore home is an exciting time. Right about now, you’re probably daydreaming about decor, paint schemes, and new furniture. But before you start in on the fun stuff, you need to cover some of the priority tasks first.
Priority Tasks for Your Move In
Change the Locks
Even if you’re promised that new locks have been installed in your home, you can never be too careful. It is well worth the money to have the peace of mind that comes with knowing that no one else has the keys to your new home. Changing the locks can be a DIY project. But if you feel a bit intimidated by the prospect, pay a little extra and call in a locksmith.
Steam Clean the Carpets
Get a fresh start with your floors before you start decorating. The previous owners may have had pets, young children, or just some plain old clumsiness. Take the time to steam clean the carpets so that your floors start off free of stains and allergens. Your local grocery store or home improvement store may offer carpet cleaners for rent at a very affordable price.
Call an Exterminator
Prior to your move-in, you probably haven’t spent enough time in the house to get a view of any pests that may be lurking. Call an exterminator to take care of mice, insects, and other critters that might hide inside your home.
Clean Out the Kitchen
The final one of your priority tasks involves the kitchen. If the previous occupants wanted to skip on some of their cleaning duties when they moved out, this is most likely the area that they probably cut corners. Wipe down the inside of the cabinets. After that, clean out the refrigerator. Scrub the oven. Then, clean all the nooks and crannies underneath the appliances.
Sherri Lilienfeld, Apex Prime Realty, Your Source for Jersey Shore Real Estate