Move-In Day Musts: 3 Home Safety Checks To Do Before Settling in

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From signing the final piece of closing paperwork to receiving the keys to your new place, putting down roots in a new home is a significant life moment. Whether you look forward to rolling up your sleeves for weekend DIY projects or the stability of homeownership for your family, completing a few first-day to-dos can make your move as smooth and safe as possible.


From changing the locks to checking on essential appliances, here are three safety features to do on day one.

Safeguard Important Documents and Valuables

Between unpacking a sea of moving boxes and carefully sorting through belongings, it's easy for crucial documents to get lost in the big day shuffle. Setting up a home safe is essential for securing documents and valuable items. Depending on your storage needs, you can find large and small gun safes for sale online to store everything from collectibles to family heirlooms and more.


 Update Home Locks

A major priority on move-in day is changing your home’s exterior locks. Whether you’re moving into a well-loved starter home or upgrading to a newer build, updating your home’s security with new front door locks can give you peace of mind that spare keys from previous owners aren’t floating around in the wrong hands. Whether you rekey or completely replace your locks, you can select electric door locks equipped with safety features like keypads and Wi-Fi-compatible options for smartphone control.

Check In on Household Appliances

Before settling in for the night at your new home, walk through your house’s major appliances and safety systems, from small devices like fire and carbon monoxide detectors to larger appliances like air conditioners and electric hot water heaters for home. Ensuring the health of these appliances can help you plan for projects that need immediate attention (like replacing old batteries) or can wait for a free weekend (like replacing air filters).

With a few simple safety steps, you can make the start of a new chapter feel more secure.

About Menards®

 With Menards®, bringing your home improvement projects to life is simple. Whether you’re tackling weekend to-dos or making long-term upgrades, you can find high-quality tools, materials, and supplies to turn your ideas into reality at Menards®. Visit one of their more than 300 locations across the Midwest or shop online for all your home improvement needs. Whether you’re looking for a gun safe on sale, composite deck boards, tool storage, or anything else, you can always Save Big Money at Menards®.

 Find the tools and materials to make your new home safer at Menards® by visiting https://www.menards.com/

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