Moving to a new home? Five tips to ensure it is secure

April 7, 2023 by Marjorie R. Rogers, MA (English), Certified Consultant

Moving to a new house is stressful and exhilarating. From the excitement of exploring a new neighborhood to the joy of decorating a new space, moving to a new house is a venture full of endless possibilities.

Your house is your sanctuary, where you feel happy and content, so ensuring it is safe and secure is important. By prioritizing house security, you can cherish your new home and all the exciting new beginnings it brings. 

So, have you recently moved into a new house and need some safety tips? Well, don’t worry, as we have got you covered. This article will provide some useful tips you should consider to ensure a safe home.  

Ensuring a safe move 

Before proceeding with home security tips, ensuring your move goes well is equally important. Your belongings may hold sentimental value, and ensuring they arrive at your new home intact is essential. Any harm caused to your belongings during a move can cost you a fortune and leave you emotionally distressed, so make sure you are very careful while packing fragile items. The best way to protect breakable items is to bubble-wrap them. Marking the boxes containing delicate pieces can also save them from collateral damage. This way, you can ensure a safe move and save yourself from unwanted stress. 

However, if you’re confused about How to Pack prohibited items for a move, it would be best to hire credible residential movers to assist you and prevent any damage to household items. Also, make sure you mark the boxes containing hazardous items to avoid any future repercussions. If there are chemicals like bleach or detergents, please tighten the caps to prevent spillage and place them away from boxes containing clothes so they cannot ruin them. You can also consult the transportation authorities or the moving company you plan to hire for professional suggestions, and they will guide you on what to pack and discard.

Moving is an overwhelming task that can leave you feeling emotionally and physically drained. If you are thinking of doing it yourself, there is a chance you might need a massage therapist and chiropractor visits due to heavy lifting and small accidents on the way. So, please ensure your posture is right when picking up the boxes and you have enough help while lifting heavy items. Hiring professional movers might seem a bit expensive, but it’ll be worth your money in the long run. Think about all the money you’ll save on those chiropractor visits! 

Tips to Ensure Home Security

Upgrade the Door Locks and Windows. 

The first and most basic security measure you should take when moving into a new house is to change your locks. There is a chance that the previous homeowner or tenant might still have a spare key or two, and you definitely would not want anyone to have access to your house. Therefore, calling a locksmith to change the lock of your front door should be your top priority. 

Moreover, windows are the most vulnerable point in your house, as intruders mostly use windows to enter the property. You can reinforce the windows by installing grills or iron bars. They may not look aesthetically pleasing, but ensuring your house is safe and secure is more important than worrying about the aesthetics.

Get to know your Neighbors

Being on friendly terms with your neighbors is an important step in improving the security of your house. Making friends with your neighbors can help you develop a sense of trust and camaraderie. Most importantly, it will lead to your neighbors keeping a watchful eye on your home while you are away for vacations or contacting you if they notice unusual activity around your property. 

Keep your Home Well-Lit

Keeping your home well-lit is an important safety measure to keep you and your family safe. Since burglars prefer operating in the dark, they are less likely to target a well-lit house. You can install outdoor lighting around your home, especially near entrances and areas less visible from the street. If you are going to be away for an extended period of time, we recommend you use timers to turn lights on and off at different times of the day. It will give the impression that someone is still in the house, making it less likely to be targeted by a burglar. 

If you are concerned about energy consumption, use energy-efficient bulbs such as LED lights, as they last longer and save energy. Using motion-activated lights is also a good idea, as they only turn on when they detect any movement, saving energy and alerting you of a potential intruder. 

Install a Security System

Installing a security system is one of the best ways to ensure home security. According to recent statistics, over 3.9 million crime incidents are reported to the FBI by local law enforcement agencies. With such a rising crime rate, you would not want to leave your house without any security system. You can install surveillance cameras, motion detectors, and alarm systems that alert you or the authorities if someone tries to break into your house. Moreover, you can also opt for remote monitoring, as it can allow you to keep an eye on your house when you are away. You can check in on your home using a smartphone app or a web browser and receive alerts if any activity might require your attention. 

Keep your Valuables Secure

Securing your valuables is essential to ensure the safety of your house as well as for your peace of mind. We recommend you invest in a safe to store your valuables, including cash and jewelry. It would be best to purchase a safe that is both fire-resistant and waterproof. Also, ensure the safe is bolted to the floor or wall to prevent it from being easily removed. However, if you think investing in a safe is a little out of budget, you can resort to hiding small valuables in unexpected places. You can hide your jewelry or cash in a false bottom in a drawer or a secret compartment of a piece of furniture. This way, you can keep your precious belongings safe from being robbed, but please do not forget where you have hidden them!

Conclusion

Moving to a new home is an exciting experience, but it is accompanied by a strange sense of fear. Only after taking certain steps, including hiring professional movers, updating the security system, and carefully packing the belongings, can you attain a sense of satisfaction and protect your house from any potential threat. But don’t let the fear of the unknown prevent you from enjoying your new home. With these tips, you’ll have a safe home where you can make new memories and cherish the ones you left behind.