What to Buy After You Move to a New House

Now that the move is over, it’s time to get settled in your new home. As you unpack those boxes, though, you may realize that while you have plenty of stuff, you don’t necessarily have all the stuff you need. In fact, chances are good that you ended up throwing away (or gifting and donating) quite a few important items while packing up. On the other hand, if you’re upgrading to a larger home, you may not have had a number of important little items in the first place. Either way, we’re here to help. For a checklist of what to buy after you move to a new house, read our 15 must-haves, below. These small items are easy to forget but oh-so-important during the first week (and many weeks thereafter) in a new home.

What to buy after you move to a new house

Trash cans and trash bags

Lightbulbs

Extension cords and power strips

Plungers

Sponges

Air filters

Batteries

Carbon monoxide detectors

Basic cleaning supplies

Paper towels and toilet paper

A safe

Babyproofing supplies

Tool kit

Shower curtain

A second refrigerator and/or freezer

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