Moving From an Apartment to a House – 10 Things You Will Need
Moving from an apartment to a house is a big step
. It may be that you're moving to settle down with a family, because of work, or just for a change of scene. Regardless of the reason, you're going to find yourself with a lot more space than you're used to, not to mention a back (and front) yard. It can be daunting to see all that empty space, and may leave you wondering if the
removalist has forgotten something. But it's important to view a house as a canvas for your personality. There are a lot of things you're going to need and need to do. Here are 10 essentials to help you get comfortable in your new home:
A plan. It's important to take your time when unpacking into a house. Know the house before you move so you can plan where things go at the packing stage. Have a detailed list on each box explaining the contents and where the box is to be taken.
Furniture. If you've come from an apartment, chances are it was furnished, at least in part. Check out what you need, try to keep it practical and remember, luxury can come later.
Gardening equipment. Your new lawn and/or garden is a huge asset and a huge responsibility. You're going to have to do something about it at some stage. Get yourself a mower and some basic gardening supplies to keep nature in check.
Neighbours. Everybody needs good neighbours, so you're going to have to make a bit more of an effort. Apartment living tends to be a lot more private and keep-to-yourself than neighbourhoods. Neighbourhoods are social places, so get the ball rolling with a simple hello' to your new neighbours.
Utilities. Your apartment building probably organised your utilities when you moved in, but you're going to have to sort this one out yourself in your new home. Try and get it organised before you move in to make things as comfortable as possible. Give yourself several weeks to cover the likely connection delays.
Crockery and cooking utensils. If you were supplied these in your apartment then it's time to get a few basics for your new kitchen. You apartment may not have come with them, or you may have bought your own anyway, but in any case you've got a lot more room now.
Washing machine and/or dryer. Your apartment may have come with a washing machine, or maybe you used a shared laundry room. A washing machine is a must for your new home, but if you have a nice sunny backyard you can probably do without the dryer and invest in a much cheaper washing line.
Tools. No house comes perfect. It's likely you're going to be doing some maintenance or light renovations reasonably soon. Get a basic tool set for anything you might encounter. This will also be handy just for hanging up pictures.
Bedding and towels. If your apartment came with these it's definitely time to get some more. You will likely have a whole cupboard to fill but that's no reason to go overboard, just get what you need first.
Pets. If you have a nice lawn and plenty of space what better way to settle down than to get a cat or a dog? Owning a pet is a rewarding experience; they make a great addition to your family.
A house is something malleable; all that space is just waiting for you to leave your mark. Maybe you're moving to settle down with a family, because of work, or just for a change of scene. Regardless of the reason, you're going to find yourself with a lot more space than you're used to, which is going to need to be filled with your furniture and belongings.
Moving From an Apartment to a House 10 Things You Will Need
By: Michael Gibbons
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