Priority Tasks for Your Move Into Your New Inland Empire Home

Moving into a new Inland Empire home is an exciting time. In fact, you’re probably daydreaming about decor, paint schemes, and new furniture. But before you get into the fun stuff, there are some basic priority tasks for your move that you should cover first.

Priority Tasks for Your Move Into Your New Inland Empire Home

Change the Locks

Even if you’re promised that new locks have been installed in your home, you can never be too careful. It’s worth the money to have the peace of mind that comes with knowing that no one else has the keys to your Inland Empire home. Changing the locks can be a DIY project or you can call in a locksmith for a little extra money.

Steam Clean the Carpets

It’s good to 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 are free of stains and allergens. It’s pretty easy and affordable to rent a steam cleaner. In fact, your local grocery store may have them available.

Call an Exterminator

Another one of your priority tasks for your move-in should include calling an exterminator. 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 any mice, insects, and other critters that may be hiding in your Inland Empire home.

Clean Out the Kitchen

If the previous occupants wanted to skip on some of their cleaning duties when they moved out, the kitchen is where they probably cut corners. Wipe down the inside of cabinets, clean out the refrigerator, clean the oven, and clean in the nooks and crannies underneath the appliances.

Muna Dionne, your Inland Empire specialist with Coldwell Banker Realty