Finally, moving is complete, and you can now focus on fun things like furniture, décor, and hosting a housewarming party. This is all well and good, but many first-time homebuyers overlook something equally if not more important, and that’s stocking up on all the necessary tools to keep your house in tip-top shape. Here are some of the things you should have in your arsenal on or shortly after move-in day.
Tool Box Must-Haves
Whether you’re simply hanging pictures on the wall, fixing a leaky sink, or undergoing a major renovation project, you will need to have these basic tools accessible in order to get most jobs done:
- Heavy-duty flashlight
- Power drill and an array of bits
- Screwdriver set
- Hammer and nails
- Stud finder (Dad jokes incoming)
- Gloves
- Sturdy ladder
- Tape measure
- Wrench set
- Level
- Pliers
- Duct tape (trust us, it’ll fix anything)
Lawn Care
A new home means the potential to cultivate a yard worthy of your neighbor’s envy. You will need:
- Lawnmower
- Lawn edger (for clean driveways and sidewalks)
- Heavy duty garbage bags
- Soil and plant food
- Shovel
- Rake
Safety First
Emergencies happen, and you can never be too prepared. A few things to help avert disaster:
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Smoke alarm
- Carbon monoxide alarm
Though they might seem simple and fairly obvious, these are few basic tools that can sometimes be forgotten about in the midst of the moving chaos. Being well-equipped in your first home will allow you to be ready for anything that comes your way.
