Moving into a newly constructed home puts a different spin on things and it should be treated differently from normal relocations
. A pragmatic approach must be adopted and also a plan should be devised well in advance so as to deal with the difficulties of moving to a new home which is fresh and pristine.
Preparation and research are the keywords before setting the ball rolling. A good research is called for on the homebuilding company so as to determine what to expect at the time of the move. The development sites should be given a detailed tour so as to catch a look on the model homes. A word with the construction representatives would shed light on how the models would compare to the real home. A careful research could pave the way for a good preparation as far as the move is concerned. Any issues and shortcomings should be discussed before it is time to move-in. Once the move-in date is known, a move-in plan should be devised accordingly. A clash of dates must be avoided with the homebuilding company. This is especially important because the homebuilding companies normally get paid only once the homes have been occupied. Sometimes, they even push for a certification of occupancy.
On the day of the move, it is advisable to take a good look around the house. At this point, you cannot expect perfection. A record of all the issues and their locations should be brought to the discussion table with the homebuilding company. The functionality of appliances and connections must be checked and made known before the actual move-in. The room dimensions should be kept handy so as to properly plan the arrangement of the furniture and other large items. In case, there are curved hallways or spiral staircases, they should be taken note of as well so as to make it easy on the packers and movers company. Special care areas should be identified following a consultation with the Homebuilding Company and deal with the moving accordingly. It is important to facilitate a smooth execution of the whole process of moving by working in tandem with all the parties concerned.
Even if it is a move to a newly constructed home, moving difficulties are still to be encountered. Being realistic in terms of expectations and working to resolve the issues is the key to a successful move besides trying to make it easier on the movers and packers as well.