Whether it’s a brand-new home in a newly constructed building or a 100-year-old heritage property, the thrill of moving under a new roof cannot be expressed in words. Moving into a new locality, meeting new neighbors, and decorating every nook and corner brings a new zeal to life. 

If you are relocating your home, congratulations on your fresh start. While you can directly turn the key in the door if it’s brand-new construction, a few things need to be taken care of if you are moving into an old housing property. Here they are.

Old and faulty wirings 

Improper grounding or earthing and old or faulty wirings can pose a safety risk for the residents. Hence, before anything else, check the state of electrical wiring in the property and see whether or not the sockets are in working condition.

For this, reach out to an electrical engineer for a complete home inspection. The engineer will check the wiring and test all the switchboards and plug points. Also, they will recommend new electrical fittings to suit the voltage requirement in your new home. 

Shabby fittings 

Replacing the old and shabby switch plates, tube lights, bulbs, fans, etc., is more of a cosmetic upgrade. If you are inclined towards the old charm, there is no harm in retaining old fittings. But if you want to give a modern makeover to your old home, consider replacing all the old fixtures with the latest ones. 

With the latest technologies, for instance, switching old bulbs with power-saving LED lights, you will save a great deal of money on your power bills. 

Leaky plumbing system 

The plumbing, sewer, and water system tends to go bad with time. It is the reason why most old property owners have to deal with dripping faucets, tricking toilets, and clogged drains. 

Because living with an old plumbing system might result in many headaches, having it serviced should be a priority. The first step is to hire a plumbing company specializing in water and sewer line repair and replacement. Not only will they be able to check the entire plumbing system of the house including all the taps, faucets, sinks, toilets, drains, water heater, and valves, but they can address any potential issues related to underground sewer and water lines. These are often the root cause of many problems, and require the expertise of a water and sewer line repair company. 

Creepy crawlies 

Tenants come and go, but termites, spiders, cockroaches, spiders, and other creepy creatures always inhabit a house. If you are not okay sharing your home with these uninvited guests, take measures to eliminate them before you move into the house. 

Get a pest control team to take care of this job or spray bug repellents everywhere throughout the house. Seal all the tiny openings and cracks around the doors,  windows and on the floor. 

Furthermore, dehumidify the damp places to keep bugs away. 

Old locks and duplicate keys

If you are moving into a very old house that has been home to many tenants before you, there are possibilities that someone might be having the key to your home. Even if it’s not the case, to be on the safer side, change the locks of your home. 

Inefficient energy systems

Amidst all the renovation and remodeling expenses, the prospect of getting solar panels installed might sound pricey, but it can be a money-saving decision in the long run. Installing solar panels for lighting and heating water not just cuts down your energy bills, but also helps in saving the environment. 

Apart from this, conducting a home energy audit will help you understand your energy usage and ways to cut down the waste. Installing energy-efficient lighting throughout your home will also help. 

Takeaways 

Moving into an old home without looking into these essential facilities can burden you with recurrent repairs. Some days it would be the leaky faucet bothering you, and some days it would be the cockroach under your bed. To make sure you are ahead of these problems, check these facilities thoroughly before moving into your new home.