Contents1 List of Things To Buy For A New House2 Before you start3 Cleaning Supplies4 Kitchenware4.1 Kitchen Appliances And Eating Essentials4.2 Kitchen Tools And Additionals5 Bathroom6 7 8 Bedroom9 Furniture10 Food10.1 For the fridge:10.2 For the freezer10.3 Cupboards or pantry11 12 Consider Setting Up A Home Security System12.1 Burglar Alarm12.2 Smoke Detectors / Carbon Monoxide Detectors12.3 Fire Extinguisher13 14 Additional Extras You Might Want To Consider14.1 Broadband / Internet14.2 First Aid Kit14.3 Ironing Board14.4 Technology And Smart Home Essentials14.5 Miscellaneous Essentials For Your New Home14.6 Final Things To Remember14.6.0.1 Dont Forget To Update Your Address!14.6.0.2 Consider custom storage solutions15 You’re Set16 Related Articles17 Need Professional Help?17.1 List of Things To Buy For A New HouseThere’s nothing like moving into your own place for the first time, even if you’re sharing with roommates or friends.Having newfound freedom in a new house is an amazing feeling, and you’ll never forget the first night in your new bedroom.But, moving into a new house is just the beginning and it comes with new responsibilities and it could be a shock if this is your first home.Consider all the little things that you took for granted but essential to make a house a proper home.Furniture and electronics are one thing, but how about cleaning materials, decorations, food items, toiletries and all the bits and pieces we all need to stay comfortable and productive.If you’re about to move into a new place, here’s an essential checklist of things to buy for a new house to help make your moving in day a breeze. Before you startMoving into a new home is expensive, and kitting it out with all the essentials is almost certainly going to add more to your bottom line.Just like with the move itself, being smart and planning ahead of moving day is going to be your best way forward.If you are on a limited budget for things to buy for a new home, do what you can to prioritize the most important items ahead of the less essential ones. For instance, soap and shampoo should probably go before napkins and decorations.With that in mind, onto the checklist! Cleaning SuppliesFirst things first: things you’ll need to clean.Moving into a new place, even if it’s been professionally cleaned doesn’t quite feel right until you’ve been able to give it your own once-over.Plus, part of any functioning household is to have these items for the long term, so you’ll need them anyway.Here are a few things to buy that you should consider: Vacuum cleaner (if in the budget), broom, and dustpanGarbage bags for kitchen, and smaller ones for bedrooms and bathroomsTwo sets of sponges: one for the kitchen and the other for general cleaningMicrofiber cloths for dusting and rags for wipingAnti-bacterial wipes and spraysMultipurpose cleaning sprays for the kitchen, bathroom and glass surfacesLaundry detergent, dishwasher tablets, washing up liquidHand soap and disinfectantBaking soda and white vinegarRubber glovesPaper towels for the kitchenMop and bucket (if you have marble or floors with hard surfaces)KitchenwarePart of the charm of moving is having a few cheeky takeaways while you settle in – but that can’t last forever.Getting your kitchen ready from day one will make things a lot easier in the long run and will set your new home up for success.One thing to keep in mind is that many of these essentials can be bought at discount stores and don’t need to be top-quality, such as trash bags and cleaning supplies.When it comes to kitchen appliances such as pots and pans, they are worth paying a little more for.Kitchen Appliances And Eating EssentialsThings you need to buy include some of the following: Cooking pots and pans as well as frying pans in small and large sizesNon-Stick SkilletWokRoasting PanRice CookerOven-safe dishing for bakingCutlery with knives, forks and spoonsGlasses for drinking, beer glasses, wine glassesMugsKettle, pot and coffee maker (if in budget)Cooking utensils including a spatula and mixing spoonsGarbage can and appropriate trash bagsAppliances depend on your budget and can come later include a microwave, air-fryer, slow cooker, toasterKitchen Tools And AdditionalsLarge knives for cutting meat, vegetables and breadCutting board made of silicon, plastic or woodTin openerMeasuring cups and spoonsDrying rack and drip trayDishwasher tabletsTinfoilKitchen foil, cling film and baking sheetsSmall bags and Tupperware for storage of foodOven mitts and dish towelsDish SoapBread BinBroomBathroomJust like your kitchen, your bathroom is a functional space and needs to be well-stocked to keep comfort and hygiene in top shape, especially the toilet.Basic, but essential toiletries such as shampoo, soap, toothbrush and toothpaste, here’s what else you’re going to need for your bathroom. Bath and shower towels, as well as hand towelsShower curtain (better to put a new one in for hygiene reasons)Hooks on the door for towelsSmall cup or holder for your toothbrushBathmatToilet brush and plungerToilet paper and wet wipesSmall trash bin and bagNew Shower curtain (if your shower doesn’t have this yet)BedroomYour bedroom is your safe haven away from the world. It’s where you lay your head after a long day so it stands to reason that you’re going to want to make it completely kitted out and comfortable.One thing to mention is your mattress: these have a huge upfront cost, but trust us, a bad one can make for some pretty uncomfortable nights so considering a new one for your bed comes recommended. Pillows – as comfortable as you can afford!Duvet and blanket for the bedBedsheets for the duvet, pillows and mattressHangers for the closetLaundry hamperA bedside lamp and power strips to plug in electronics and chargersStorage bins (assuming you have a dresser) such as plastic organizers and boxes. Planning smart storage just makes things easier to find in the long-run.Consider replacing your bedroom curtain if it is oldFurnitureThe items on this list will depend on what’s already in the new property.Some may come with some of the larger pieces, or there may not be anything there at all.As larger items, furniture can be expensive so you’ll certainly need to prioritize the luxury pieces from the functional ones.Here is some furniture you should consider for your new home: Sofa, TV unit and coffee table for the living roomChairs and dining tableDesk for a computer and chairBedside tablesLamps and additional lighting as neededCurtains, rugs, mats and other home touchesTable chairs FoodLike we said in our intro, it’s a rite of passage to have a bunch of takeaways when moving, but that can’t go on forever.Having all the essentials (as well as some treats of course) right there for when you need them will be a great help when hunger strikes.Of course, once you’ve settled in and found your local supermarket, you’ll do your own thing, but for the first few days, here are the essentials you might want to consider. For the fridge:Milk, butter, cheese and eggsFresh fruit and vegetablesPreserves and jamsBeer!For the freezerFrozen pizzas (for emergencies)Veggie or meat pattiesFrozen fruit and vegMeat and/or poultryCupboards or pantryRice and pastaBread and biscuitsFlour and sugarTea and coffeeCereals and oatsLentils, quinoa and other grainsKetchup, mustard and other condimentsCooking oil and vinegarSoy sauceCanned food such as beans, tuna and your favesSnacks such as chips, nuts and pretzelsSalt, pepper and cooking spicesConsider Setting Up A Home Security SystemSafety is paramount and moving to a new house/location is one of the best times to consider setting up a home security system if one isn’t currently present.There are a number of different systems to consider for your home security, which includes the following.Burglar AlarmIf you live in a big city, then a burglar alarm is one type of home security you might want to buy for a new home. A major benefit of burglar alarms is that they help prevent future break-ins.Burglars naturally do not want to be caught, so will naturally avoid difficult break-ins that could attract attention.By setting up your new house with this type of security system, you are making it one step harder for an intruder to break in who are more likely to move on to an easier target.Other reasons for having a burglar alarm include: They help provide peace of mind when you are away from your houseThey can reduce home insurance premiumsThey can add value to your new homeThey help the police apprehend criminalsSmoke Detectors / Carbon Monoxide DetectorsOne other type of security system you will need are smoke detectors. This we would consider as one of the essentials for a new house.Smoke alarms can help save lives and so should definitely be part of your checklist of things to buy.Not only do they play a vital role in reducing fire deaths and injuries but they can buy you and your family valuable time to vacate as smoke spreads fast.This along with carbon monoxide detectors both save lives, although they do so in different ways with the main difference being that monoxide detectors will alert you to any dangerous levels of carbon monoxide gas in your new house. Fire ExtinguisherNext on the checklist of essentials is considering a fire extinguisher to help combat potential fires. They naturally compliment smoke detectors and can be a good idea to add to your checklist of things to buy.Additional Extras You Might Want To ConsiderBroadband / InternetA rather obvious one and admittedly this is a first world problem, however, getting set up with wi fi will be key for a number of things such as entertainment, work and communication.Having wi fi at your new house can provide an extra layer of communication with family members or friends, as well as help you get in touch with utility companies at your new house.Finally having wi fi at your new home will enable you to use smart devices (if that is your sort of thing).Be sure to schedule your internet installation at least 2 weeks in advance to ensure enough time for your service to become activated in a timely manner.First Aid KitYou never know when one might come in handy. Having a first aid kit ready in your new home can help prevent an injury from getting any worse and can even help save trips to a hospital or clinic in case of an accident.Ironing BoardAlthough not strictly necessary, you might find that having useful household items such as an ironing board in your new home will save you a lot of trips to the dry cleaners.Technology And Smart Home EssentialsExtension cords (there’s always an appliance or a lamp that might just be out of reach for your new home setup)Surge protectorsLight bulbsEthernet cablesPhone ChargersRouterSpare CablesMiscellaneous Essentials For Your New HomeArea rugWelcome matSpare vacuum cleaner bagsSpare trash can for other roomsSpare tools such as a manual screwdriver set, cordless drill could also come in handy and save money.Printing paperSpare paper towelsFinal Things To RememberDont Forget To Update Your Address!Before moving remember that your address is generally connected to so many aspects elements in life. This includes things such as medical records, your post, insurance policies and a whole lot more.Due to this, you need to remember to update your address details. Our change of address checklist will help here.Consider custom storage solutionsChances are your space doesn’t meet your needs when it’s moving day. If that’s the case for your then you might want to consider custom home storage solutions.This is where ZOOM can help, especially if you live in the Sydney area. We offer affordable removals storage so you can store your furniture, effects and goods safely and securely at our very own purpose built storage facility.You’re SetSo there you have it – your new home checklist.We’re sure we didn’t get everything, but most of what you see on this checklist will most certainly come in handy within your first few days and beyond so it’s a good idea to go through our entire new house checklist with care.As mentioned, while it’s easy to look at the list and think it’s long, it’s always best to prioritize for what you need to buy for a new house – so if you feel overwhelmed or like your budget is being stretched too far, get the essentials first and move on to the luxuries later.For some of the more expensive you and large items you may need to buy such as furniture – just remember that you’ll have them for years to come, so see them as an investment.We wish you all the best in your new place!Related ArticlesHow to Move A FridgeHow to Pack BooksHow To Move A Grandfather ClockHow To Move A Washing MachineChange of Address ChecklistMoving ChecklistInterstate Moving CostsMoving Calculator————————————Need Professional Help?As with all heavy and difficult objects, it’s always best to let the experts handle them you. 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