Settling Into Your New Home

Moving day is finally here! Soon, you’ll be living in your new home – a dream come true. However, moving is stressful, and boxes take plenty of time to unpack and sort. Plus, you may have a few minor repairs or updates to make. How can you manage your time productively so you can quickly and happily settle into your new home? Evergreen Cleaning Company has a few ideas.

First Steps After Moving In

There are a couple of things to do directly after moving in. When you unpack, get the bedrooms and the most used living spaces set up as quickly as possible so you can be comfortable. Don’t feel pressured to get your larger countertop appliances or fine china set up. If you are pressed for time, you can find a room and store those items for a later date. 

Next, you want to make sure your home is safe and secure. Check that smoke alarms are functioning. Check that all door and window locks work and seal properly. If you have a small child and live in a home with more than one story, don’t forget to install window guards before moving in. Mental Floss has some great tips on how else to secure your home, such as installing motion-detecting lights near your entryway.

Getting back in the swing of your normal routine is important, too. Good Housekeeping recommends pulling out your favorite items, including music and recreating favorite sights from your last home.

Many homeowners are tapped out when they first move in. If your purse strings are already tight and you have some repairs or other issues to attend to, you might want to look into what help is available to you, especially during these uncertain times. If needed, now’s a good time to hire a house cleaning service to get your new home spic and span and live-in ready. Although the previous owners may have already cleaned before moving out, you’re not really sure if it was just a surface clean; professionals like Evergreen Cleaning Company, on the other hand, will deep clean the dirtiest areas.

Basic Home Maintenance

If this is your first home, there may be some basic upkeep and maintenance that may catch you off guard. No home is complete without a proper set of tools. If you don’t have any, invest in the basics: hammer, drill, wrench set, tape measure, etc.  

To get comfortable with home maintenance, create a master list of things that need to be tended to, and put it on a calendar. Some of the essential projects you’ll need to address as soon as possible include HVAC repairs/replacement, removing debris from gutters and downspouts, and checking for signs of water leaks in your pipes and faucets.

Frugal Decorating

Once you’ve unpacked, it’s time for decorating. This is your chance to create your ideal atmosphere. Of course, your budget might be tight after adjusting to paying a mortgage, but there are some easy updates you can make, including adding coat hooks in the entryway, table runners in your dining room, and throw pillows on your couch. 

Get creative by visiting local antique shops or flea markets to find attractive accents that create atmosphere. Consider framing your child’s artwork or making your own homemade piece of art. Try using natural pieces like pinecones and seashells, or hanging plates for affordable décor.

Another great piece of advice comes from Marly Dice: “Reuse before buying new.” You can update or repair furniture by reupholstering, which is likely to be considerably more affordable than buying new. Finding an upholster specialist is as easy as searching “upholsterers near me” on Angi, a site that also provides ratings and customer reviews. When choosing a pro, be sure to ask about how long they’re been in business, and check to see if they have a portfolio of before-and-after photos of past work. Of course, always check that they are insured and licensed. 

If you need more creative and affordable ideas, DIY Cozy Home has 18 DIY home décor projects you can try.

Moving into a new home is both an exciting and stressful time. Make it a pleasant transition by prioritizing your comfort, keeping everything secure and well-maintained, and using creative DIY decorating ideas.

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If you’re looking for dependable, all-natural cleaning services for your home or business in the Huntington Beach and Orange County area, call on Evergreen Cleaning Company. Be smart and clean green! Contact us today for a free quote! 657-203-3393