Moving to a new home brings along a surreal feeling that can give you goosebumps, with butterflies literally flying in your stomach. For us, Indians, house is not only a place where we live together, but it is a home where we carve emotional moments that stay etched forever in our hearts.

Shifting to a new place also provides an opportunity to start afresh, build new connections, and create ever-lasting memories. This excitement needs to be kept at bay before moving-in to the new house, as you need to focus on ensuring a hassle-free shifting process.

Let's explore some of the top-pointers that should be in your to-do list for realizing a faster, safer, and secure move-in to your new home.

Choose Reliable Movers & Packers

Just think about a hypothetical scenario where some of your well-packaged items get damaged when they are being transported to the new house :( Well, this thought itself would leave you sulking.

You can avoid such a situation by opting for a reliable moving and logistics company that has a good reputation in the market. Ask your would-be neighbours for recommendations, since they would have a better understanding about the locality. Make a well-informed choice so that all your lovely memories can be rekindled in the new house.

Zero Compromise On Security

Irrespective of whether you are staying alone or have a family, you should always prioritize security before occupying the new house. Check the sliding windows, door locks, grills, and other such items that are normally in the safety & security checklist .

It's not about paranoia; but about the reassurance that you and your loved ones are safe whether you are at home or away! When shifting to the new home, prioritize additional security measures, especially if you have children or elderly family members who require extra care.

You can level-up your home security by installing WiFi Security cameras at strategic locations of your home. Pan-tilt smart WiFi security cameras are equipped with intelligent humanoid detection & tracking that help you stay connected with your loved ones at home.

Also, security & safety enhancements should not be a one-time exercise; you should revisit them from time-to-time to adapt with the changes in the surroundings and society.

Packing With Sentiments

A house is referred to as your go-to place where you find inner peace and solace once you return back from your long day at work! Feelings and sentiments are attached with almost every object that is lying in your house.

It could be toys that your child would have grown-up playing with or utensils that your loved one(s) would have gifted on special occasions. There is a story attached with every item in your house and its responsibility to make sure that these items are packed and moved with utmost care.

You could invest in sturdy Godrej  home lockers  that can protect the belongings when in transit. In the end, you would want that the same sentiments are carried forward to your new home.

Secure Your Property With Home Insurance

Though the home insurance market is relatively small, it is expected to grow substantially over a period of time (Source). You might have invested a significant premium in buying a home, so why not secure that investment with home insurance?

Increasing number of home buyers are now becoming aware about the short-term and long-term benefits offered by home insurance! Protection against natural disasters, theft protection, and coverage against fire & explosions are some of the major benefits that come along with home insurance. In summary, home insurance is the ideal tool for long-term security of the moveable and immoveable assets of the home (depending on the policy being chosen)*.

Consider Smart Home Integration

World is changing at a faster pace and technology is catalyzing this change! Since everything is becoming hyper-connected, you should also consider upping the home security by leveraging smart-home devices.

Though WiFi security cameras are good for securing your home, having video door phones will further elevate the security. Video door phones are equipped with a high-fidelity microphone that helps you communicate with the visitor waiting at the door. This additional layer of security is instrumental in attending to visitors from the comfort of your sofa. Additionally, you can also attend to your guests even when away from your house

Checking Out The Neighbourhood

There is a famous saying in India - Neighbours are first relatives when in dire need!. For us, neighbours are not only next-door occupants but they are mostly the first ones to be approached in case of emergencies.

Why not break the ice with the neighbours even before moving into your new home? Check whether you have grocers, shopping malls, multiplexes, etc. within the area's vicinity. Since medical emergencies can arise without prior notice, make a note of hospitals (and its facilities) that are at an approachable distance.

Get Utilities and Services Up & Running

Electricity, cooking gas, water, etc. are some of the basic necessities without which we cannot survive even a single day. Setting these up from scratch takes time, hence you should have all these working before your loved ones step into the house.

Visit the local electricity board, book a gas cylinder, check bathroom fittings, and other essential stuff that you and your family would use on a regular basis. Ensuring that these basic necessities provide you additional relaxation time once you are settled in your home.

Update Address Details

You do not want your parcels to be misplaced, as they are delivered to your old address. Though you would have set up gas, internet, and electricity connection(s); it is essential to inform bank, school, and other providers about whereabouts of your new home.

Since Aadhar Card and PAN Card are important documents, getting the residential address changed in these documents is a high priority. Address updation is one step that everyone tends to forget, but realize its importance after a delivery person has landed at your old address.

Budget Hidden Costs

Waterproofing, painting, crack filling, etc. are some of the items that might initially not be in your to-do list, but could become a priority once you have visited the house. Depending on the surroundings, you might need to invest in a good Air Purifier to keep the indoor air purified all the time.

Remember, you do not want to start a new chapter on a bad note. As wise people say - Plan your budget with a buffer, to accommodate for any last-minute (or unexpected) requests.

Bid Adieu To The Old Home

Leaving a home filled with memories is a bittersweet moment, where every corner holds stories of love and laughter. Take a moment to cherish every moment that you have spent in the house.

Greet your old neighbours and invite them to your new home! Though not the final goodbye, it can be regarded as the opening of a new chapter in your life.

Let's Move In

Shifting to a new house in India is nothing short of a roller-coaster ride. You need to plan and execute every step with utmost precision. Since safety and security are top priorities, your home security should be just as important as other aspects. As we all invest invest in health, financial stability, and personal well-being, securing our homes with the right products  ensure the safety of our loved ones and belongings