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Free first week in a new home

The jobs for your first week after moving in, from meter readings to finding the local doctor.

Day one

• Take meter readings
• Find the main water shut-off
• Find the fuse box or electrical panel
• Check the heating works
• Make up the beds

Safety

• Test smoke alarms
• Check carbon monoxide alarms
• Check door locks
• Check window locks
• Check for leaks

Admin

• Set up energy and water accounts
• Set up internet
• Update your address on your driving licence
• Update vehicle registration
• Update home insurance
• Tell your bank
• Register to vote
• Check local property taxes

Settling in

• Unpack the kitchen
• Unpack the children's rooms first
• Put up curtains or blinds
• Find the bin collection day

The area

• Register with a doctor
• Register with a dentist
• Find the nearest pharmacy
• Say hello to the neighbours

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