5 Tips Every New Homeowner Should Check Before Moving In

​Getting a house could be one of the best highlights of your life. It is a huge decision and a responsibility to take care of for the rest of your life. More so, there is no other better feeling than knowing you have acquired a property you can call your own. 

If you are a new homeowner and wanted to make sure everything will go fine, here are tips you should thoroughly check before moving in:

1. ​Insulation
   The house insulation is very important because it keeps the warm air out during the summer season and retains it inside the house during the winter season. If you want to live in a more comfortable home, checking the insulation is a must. 
   
   For you to have an idea, a proper insulation is at least six inches thick. Make sure that there is no other damage or missing parts. 
   
   
2. Heater
   The heater can save you during long winter nights. Be keen in observing if the heater in your new home is properly working. In case there is a problem and you see something is quite different, report it immediately. 
   
   
3. Plumbing
   Plumbing with leaks could be a serious problem if not fixed. It can lead to a total disaster that can damage your flooring and can put a risk on your furniture. 
   
   Checking your plumbing system and clearing it out of leaks should be always done in the course of your stay at your new home. 
   
   
4. Light bulbs
   Lights are very important part of the home as it brightens up the area especially at night. If you have instructed your contractor for specific light bulbs, make sure that it works properly after installation. 
   
   Light bulbs should last for several months (depending on usage) before burning out. In case yours burnt out a little bit earlier than what you expect, check the light bulb itself or the bin where you put it. 
   
   
5. Door locks
   Door locks provide safety for your family each day and night. Securing you have the best door lock can prevent intruders from crashing into your home. 
   
   Door locks should be well-thought-of especially if you will be using a code and not keys. Also, refrain from keeping a spare key in your lawn, pots, or any outside your home. 

Knowing the ins and outs of your home is essential as a new homeowner. Among all people, you should be the best one to know the skeleton and the internals of your property.  At Insurance Services of the West, LLC, we do our best in making sure that our clients are well-protected with affordable and comprehensive policies. To learn more about how we can help you, please contact our agency at (425) 681-0996 or Click Here to request a free quote.