7 Safety Checks You Should Make When You Move Into Your New Home in Birmingham

October 5th, 2021

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"content_area": "So you’ve moved home, you have the keys, you’re in, and the kettle and mugs have been unpacked. Sure, you’ve got boxes here, there and everywhere, but at least you’ve finally moved and are happy!\r\n\r\nIt’s time to start a new chapter in the house of your dreams. But, you don’t want the dream to turn sour, so we suggest that after making a cup of tea and getting settled in, you should do some standard safety checks.\r\n\r\nWhy? Because you need to ensure your home is safe and isn’t going to cause you any issues.\r\n\r\nSo, what should you be checking? Well, I've put together a list of seven safety checks you should make when you move into your new home.\r\n

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  1. Check the Windows and Doors\r\n\r\nFirst things first, safety and security go hand in hand. Walk around your property and look at the windows and doors, noting whether they have safety catches on them or security locks. If they haven’t, put it on your urgent “to do” list. With your external doors, many new occupiers choose to change the locks as you never know where a spare key has gone in the past.\r\n\r\nTop Tip: Write a list and work through it methodically – it’ll save you time in the long run!\r\n
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    1. Check the Water and Electrics\r\n\r\nNow, this really is something you should do as soon as possible. Even if your property is brand-spanking-new, you need to know it is as safe as houses.\r\n