Moving into your dream home is an exciting milestone. After all the saving, dreaming, and searching, it’s time to make it truly yours. But before you complete your purchase, it’s essential to make informed decisions to ensure your home investment is secure and well-protected.
Key Considerations Before Buying Your New Home
Before signing any papers, take a few essential steps to protect your investment and avoid unexpected surprises.
1. Conduct a Professional Home Inspection
Hire a professional home inspection company to thoroughly inspect your potential home for any structural or functional issues. Here are some common areas to check:
- Foundation: Ensure the foundation is stable to avoid costly repairs.
- Flood Risks: Check proximity to flood-prone areas or poor drainage.
- Roof Condition: Assess the roof’s age and condition to avoid unexpected replacements.
- Insulation: Good insulation saves energy and reduces utility costs.
- Mold and Weather Damage: Look for signs around pipes and ventilation areas.
2. Calculate All Costs
Beyond the purchase price, be prepared for associated costs, such as:
- Real estate agent fees
- Attorney fees
- Inspection costs
- Mortgage origination fees
- Property taxes
- Homeowners Association (HOA) dues
3. Does Your New Home Have a Security System?
Verify if your future home is equipped with essential security features like entry alarms or driveway gates. Investing in a home security system is a crucial step in protecting your new property and your family.
True Protection’s Tips for Securing Your New Home
Home security is vital for any homeowner. Here are some expert recommendations from True Protection to help secure your new space with confidence.
Top 4 Tips for Home Security
- Install Security Cameras
- Reinforce Your Front Door
- Secure Doors and Windows
- Monitor Your Driveway
Install Security Cameras
Modern security cameras are versatile and provide high-quality 1080p HD footage, motion sensing, and weatherproof durability. With True Protection, you can monitor your home in real-time, directly from your mobile device, enhancing peace of mind wherever you are.
Reinforce Your Front Door
Strengthen your front door by installing a solid-core or steel front door, a deadbolt, and a strike plate. Add a doorbell camera to monitor visitors with HD video and two-way audio, offering a first line of defense against intruders.
Secure Your Doors and Windows
Protect ground-floor windows and sliding doors with added locks, shatterproof glass, and glass break sensors. These simple upgrades create formidable barriers against unauthorized entry.
Monitor Your Driveway
Floodlight Camera
Consider adding physical barriers like automatic gates or security bollards. For added convenience, set up digital sensors to alert you of any vehicle or person approaching your property.
True Protection’s Comprehensive Security Packages
For robust, customized security solutions, explore True Protection’s packages. Our systems offer interconnected monitoring via a central hub, providing a complete view of your home’s safety.
Investing in True Protection is investing in peace of mind. Protect your home, family, and belongings with the reliability and expertise of True Protection’s advanced security systems.
