Often, when people move into new places they get so excited at the thought of decorating and making it their own that sometimes they slip on other important factors, such as maximizing safety. Save the paint samples for week two and focus on getting some key safety issues in order! The Memphis movers want to make sure your experience is a positive one, so follow these tips and you’ll be relaxing in your new digs in no time.

Firs things first–get renter’s insurance. Without it, there’s really no protection available for your things. This is when the old adage “better safe than sorry” is absolutely relevant.

Before you move in, make sure your landlord changes the locks. Previous tenants may have made key copies–and in that scenario, they have access to your home and your belongings. This is a serious safety red flag! Save yourself the potential danger and switch the locks out–also, while you’re requesting that, be sure your front door has a peephole as well. You shouldn’t be forced to open the door blind to whoever is on the other side.

Notify the post office when you are going out of town to avoid a buildup of mail outside. Ditto for the newspaper. These are both giveaways that no one is around collecting these things.

Stay safe, Memphis!