{"id":460,"date":"2021-07-19T16:58:39","date_gmt":"2021-07-19T16:58:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/globepm.frstage.ca\/blog\/things-you-should-do-right-after-moving-into-an-apartment\/"},"modified":"2026-01-14T17:16:38","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T17:16:38","slug":"things-you-should-do-right-after-moving-into-an-apartment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/globepm.frstage.ca\/fr\/blog\/things-you-should-do-right-after-moving-into-an-apartment\/","title":{"rendered":"Things You Should Do Right After Moving Into An Apartment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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You\u2019ve just carried the last box into your apartment. Finally, you can put a wrap on moving day! You\u2019re ready to order a pizza and call it a night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You know that you need to unpack some boxes and set up your bed for a long night of rest. But what are the other <\/em>things that you might find yourself scrambling to do if you haven\u2019t prepared? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve put together a checklist of calls to make and tasks to complete right after you move in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Set Up Your Wi-Fi<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

These days, we rely on the Internet for almost everything. From online shopping to paying bills, you\u2019ll need your Wi-Fi immediately after moving in. But if you\u2019ve been busy packing, you might have forgotten to call a local provider ahead of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make sure to schedule service from your preferred company ASAP. Otherwise, you might find yourself twiddling your thumbs in your new apartment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Call Utility Companies<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once you move into a new place, you\u2019ll need to set up an account with the utility companies in the area. If you\u2019re a new tenant, you\u2019ll be required to register for a new account. If you\u2019ve registered with utility companies before, you can transfer your existing information to your new address. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll need to contact the city of Winnipeg to set up your water bill. If you're paying for electricity or natural gas, call Manitoba Hydro. If you aren\u2019t sure what utilities you\u2019re obligated to pay for, contact your landlord.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get Tenant Insurance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As a new tenant, you might feel like you\u2019re swamped with bills. Can you afford to skip tenant insurance and save a few bucks each month?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The real question to ask is this: could you afford to replace all your belongings if something happened to them?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Paying for insurance now can save you from financial woes later on. It also protects you from being liable<\/a> if something happens to the suite. Tenant insurance can be as inexpensive as $15\/month\u2014it\u2019s worth considering for the peace of mind it offers. The sooner you protect yourself, the better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check The Smoke Detectors<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Testing a smoke detector is easy. Locate the button on the unit, press it, and wait to hear the alarm sound. If nothing happens when you press it, it\u2019s time to change the batteries. You can test the smoke detectors every few months to ensure they\u2019re working. In general, you should change the batteries every si<\/a>x<\/a> months<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unpack The Essentials<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019ve just moved in, you might feel overwhelmed\u2014the apartment may be swamped with boxes, and you don\u2019t know where to begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To start organizing, it helps to make a priority list. Your pots and pans will come in handy, while your stack of photo albums might not. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you labelled your boxes before you moved, you\u2019re in luck. But if not, you might need to spend some time rummaging through your belongings. We suggest unpacking the following items first:<\/p>\n\n\n\n