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Top Things to Consider before moving to a new house

Moving into a new home is an exciting time which can be made easier by using one of the Gold Coast ute hire places to supply the transportation, but before you move in, consider these things to ensure your safety and comfort while moving in:
  • Change all the Locks
To ensure you are the only person who has access to your home, change all the locks, you can never be sure just who has keys for the old locks. Maybe keys were given to relatives, service people or any number of other people. By installing all new high quality locks your home will be secure
  • Check safety Issues
  1. Check the wiring certificates that by law now have to be supplied by electricians working on properties
  2. Locate the fuse box or meter board and do a simple test. This can be done by having someone placed in the room you want to test with the lights on and something such as a radio or lamp plugged into one of the power outlets. Flip the lighting circuit’s safety switch or remove the fuse and see if the lights go off. Then check the power outlets in the same way
  3. If you can’t turn off a circuit, then it’s time to call an electrician
  4. Check any smoke detectors and fire alarms
  • Check the Plumbing for Pressure and Leeks
  1. Do a visual check on all taps and water fittings to see if you can find any leaks
  2. Test each tap to see if there is good water pressure
  3. Find where the water comes into the property and the water meter
  4. Turn off the main water gate valve and write down the exact water meter reading including the very small numbers. Wait several hours and check the reading, if it’s changed you have a leak
  • Steam Clean All the Carpets
This needs to be done long before you move in to remove any dust or dirt and give you a clean fresh beginning. Allow enough time for the carpet to dry before you move in. You can use Gold Coast ute hire to pick up a rental steam cleaner or call a professional
  • Clean and Wipe All Cupboards and Cabinets
It makes it so much easier to move in your stuff if you don’t have to clean as you go. If a property has been vacant for a while there could be traces of pests or other unwanted roommates, so a good cleaning with a nontoxic cleaner is important
  • Have the Place Inspected for Pests
If you have brought the property this should have been done as part of the pre-sales inspection, but if renting then you need to make sure you are pest free. Ants, insects, rodents, and even bats can not only be a nuisance, they can be the cause of health issues and property destruction.

Moving into a new place can be a challenge, by using a Gold Coast ute hire company and doing a few simple things before you move can make it much more enjoyable. Do things like cleaning everything properly, including the carpets and all cupboard areas? Check the plumbing and electrical circuits and have a pre arrival pest inspection made.
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