What to do when moving home

What to Do When You Move Home

Moving home is an exciting milestone, particularly if you’re buying for the first time. With all the packing, unpacking and getting settled, it’s easy to overlook the admin that comes with the move.

From setting up utilities to updating important records, having a clear checklist can make the transition far smoother. To help you stay organised, we’ve pulled together some of the key things to remember when you move home, so you can focus on enjoying your new space.

Things to remember when you move home

Tell your utility suppliers 
One of the first things to do when moving house is to notify your gas, electricity and water suppliers. If you’re moving into a new-build apartment, then energy-efficient systems and newer appliances can help keep running costs down – something worth factoring into your budget planning.

Update your bank and financial providers

Make sure you’ve updated your address with your bank, credit card providers or any finance companies as soon as possible. This helps to protect against fraud and makes sure that important letters reach you without any delay. This could also be a good time to review direct debits and standing orders, particularly if your monthly outgoings are changing.

Transfer your TV licence and internet

If you have a TV licence, it needs to be transferred to your new address. The same goes for broadband and TV services. It's also worth booking your internet installation in advance, as this can save you from days (or weeks) without a connection once you move in.

Redirect your post

Redirecting your post is a simple step that can prevent missed bills, lost documents and general hassle. Royal Mail offers a redirection service that can run for a few months, giving you peace of mind while you update your address with contacts and providers.

Keep friends and family in the loop

Letting friends, family and employers know your new address is easy to forget, but it’s worth ticking off early. It’s also a nice excuse to invite people over once you’re settled – a housewarming is often the moment a place really starts to feel like home.

Get insurance for your belongings

Home insurance is essential when moving into a new property. Buildings insurance may already be in place, but contents insurance is your responsibility and protects your belongings against damage, theft or loss. 

Don’t forget to register with a GP

Once you’ve moved, it’s important to register with a local GP and dentist. Even if you’re healthy, having access to healthcare close to home is a key part of settling into a new area, and waiting lists can mean it’s best not to leave this too late.

Settling into your new home

Moving home comes with a lot of admin, but getting those practical jobs out of the way means you can settle in properly, find your routine and start enjoying your new surroundings without constant to-do lists hanging over you.

With developments in Lewisham, Hendon and Kingston, Square Roots homes are designed to make that transition easier, with well-planned layouts, energy-efficient features and locations that fit around real London lifestyles. Browse our developments to learn more.