Moving Into a New Build Home: What Should You Know Before Moving Day?
Getting the keys to a brand-new property is an exciting moment. Everything is fresh, nobody has lived there before and you have a completely blank canvas to make your own. However, moving into a new build home can come with a few practical considerations that are different from moving into an established property.
Thinking about these before the removal van arrives can make your first day in your new home much easier.
Before Moving Into a New Build Home, Check the Access
New developments can still be busy with builders, contractors and other residents moving in.
Before moving day, check how close a removal vehicle can get to your property and whether there are any parking or access restrictions.
If the development is still being completed, it may also be worth checking whether particular roads, entrances or parking areas will be accessible on your moving date.
Passing this information to your removals team beforehand helps them prepare.
Complete Your Initial Checks
You’ve probably heard the term “snagging” when buying a new build.
Before filling the property with furniture and boxes, take the opportunity to look around the home carefully and identify anything you want to raise with the developer.
An empty property makes it much easier to spot issues than a room containing a sofa, television unit and twelve moving boxes.
Protect Your Brand-New Surfaces
One of the joys of moving into a new build home is that everything feels new – so naturally, you’ll want to keep it that way.
Think about protecting flooring in areas where people will regularly walk while carrying boxes and furniture.
It’s also worth measuring entrances, staircases and doorways before moving particularly large items into the property.
Don’t Assume Everything Will Be Ready
Check practical things such as your electricity, water, heating and internet arrangements before moving day.
Mobile signal and broadband availability can vary considerably between developments, and internet installation may not necessarily coincide with the day you receive your keys.
Keep a small box of essentials accessible too. Tea, coffee, mugs, toilet roll, cleaning supplies and phone chargers can feel surprisingly important after a long day of moving.
Enjoy Your Brand-New Home
Moving into a new build home should be an exciting milestone rather than a day spent worrying about transporting furniture.
Tansley Transport & Removals can take care of getting your belongings from your existing property to your new home, leaving you to concentrate on settling in.
Contact Tansley Transport & Removals today to discuss your upcoming move and request a quote.
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