Things to buy for a first home

[Bob Impact]

I'm sure this has already been posted at some time but...

I just got word that the last bits of the inspection contingencies have been resolved on our house so we'll be getting ready to move in around the end of January. Is there a website, or collection of sites out there that has a concise list of some of the little things we should pick up? I know the obvious stuff, couch, kitchen stuff, etc... I'm looking for the minutia.

[sailor]

When we were looking, ladder and wet-vac were some good ideas we may have overlooked.

[weekapaugjz]

Wd 40

[RoseBlood]

http://www.bbruneau.com/the-bidet.html

Congratulations Bob and Sarah!

[opie's twisted balls]

My suggestion...if at the moment you have all the basics (furniture, electronics, kitchenware, etc.) don't buy anything else. Move in, get settled for a few months and then go shopping. You'll have a better idea of what extra stuff you'll really use and not just be buying crap that will end up in a garage sale.

[tanless1]

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[opie's twisted balls]

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menstrual art?

http://laurganism.com/wp-images/menstrual.jpg

[Tenbatsuzen]

I'm sure this has already been posted at some time but...

I just got word that the last bits of the inspection contingencies have been resolved on our house so we'll be getting ready to move in around the end of January. Is there a website, or collection of sites out there that has a concise list of some of the little things we should pick up? I know the obvious stuff, couch, kitchen stuff, etc... I'm looking for the minutia.

Good website: www.city-data.com - the forums are pretty good.

I'll post a few things:

If you do furniture shopping, the "big four" you should pay attention to are Bob's, Ashley, IKEA, and Raymour and Flanigan.

Bob's is cheap but quality. Same for Ashley. IKEA is IKEA. Raymour and Flanigan have really good deals on financing, just make sure you read all the fine print because they can and will dick you.

If you are moving, make sure you're working with a reputable mover who is insured. There is a moving site out there than ranks movers, but I can't remember the URL.

Make sure to ask your new cable provider for any specials they may have when you are starting new service.

[Tenbatsuzen]

If you don't have them already, snow shovels. When we moved, I totally forgot to buy them, since we had been living in an apartment. And of course, I got dicked when I went to home depot the night before the first storm.

Now is a good time to get a lawn mower because it's off-season. BBQ too.

[disneyspy]

9 volt batteries for the smoke alarms and smoke alarms

[topless_mike]

things i recommend:
A) ladder tall enough to get you on the roof
B) shop vac (wet / dry if possible)
C) a good safe. try to go big, as over time you will outgrow them
D) a good cordless drill. 19.2V if you can.
E) a good drill bit / screw tip set to go with the drill

you'll most likely have to paint as you move in. get a couple of drop cloths, brushes, and rollers, 2 paint trays and a bunch of plastic tray liners.


the approach i've used, and has worked so far, is not to rush out and get all kind of shit.
like OTB said, move in. then see what you need, and get it as you go along.

[SatCam]

where are the impacts moving to????

[LordJezo]

Don't forget to change all the locks. Home Depot and Lowes can re-key most deadbolts, just take them in and they will switch them up for you.

[sailor]

When we were looking, ladder and wet-vac were some good ideas we may have overlooked.

things i recommend:
A) ladder tall enough to get you on the roof
B) shop vac (wet / dry if possible)
C) a good safe. try to go big, as over time you will outgrow them
D) a good cordless drill. 19.2V if you can.
E) a good drill bit / screw tip set to go with the drill

you'll most likely have to paint as you move in. get a couple of drop cloths, brushes, and rollers, 2 paint trays and a bunch of plastic tray liners.


the approach i've used, and has worked so far, is not to rush out and get all kind of shit.
like OTB said, move in. then see what you need, and get it as you go along.

don't you try to underdog me!

[opie's twisted balls]

Don't forget to change all the locks. Home Depot and Lowes can re-key most deadbolts, just take them in and they will switch them up for you.
It pains me to agree but LJ has a very good point. There are a couple of other things to consider with your locks:
-if its a newer house and the deadbolts were just "contractor grade" (meaning as cheap as possible) they may only have a 1/2" throw....replace them with a deadbolt with a full 1" throw
-consider upgrading to a high security lock like medeco, multlock, abloy, etc.

[SatCam]

It pains me to agree but LJ has a very good point. There are a couple of other things to consider with your locks:
-if its a newer house and the deadbolts were just "contractor grade" (meaning as cheap as possible) they may only have a 1/2" throw....replace them with a deadbolt with a full 1" throw
-consider upgrading to a high security lock like medeco, multlock, abloy, etc.

bars over your windows are a good idea too

[Tall_James]

Scotch and extra ammunition.

[King Hippos Bandaid]

Congrats Bob welcome to Planet Debt......

few things i forgot when moving in, that we needed


staple gun and staples

fire extinguisher

shovel, sucks that the landlord dont shovel for us no more

[Don Stugots]

Congrats you two crazy kids. Stay away from IKEA, their stuff sucks ass.


Buy a good tool set complete with a cordless drill, extra rechargeable battery, #2 screw tip and a flash light, wall anchors, small tub of mixed plaster, and plaster knife.

[disneyspy]

Congrats you two crazy kids. Stay away from IKEA, their stuff sucks ass.


Buy a good tool set complete with a cordless drill, extra rechargeable battery, #2 screw tip and a flash light, wall anchors, small tub of mixed plaster, and plaster knife.

you forgot to add a ladder and a shopvac

[Don Stugots]

a 6 foot fiberglass ladder, a wet/dry shop vac.

[Bob Impact]

where are the impacts moving to????
Seymour

It pains me to agree but LJ has a very good point. There are a couple of other things to consider with your locks:
-if its a newer house and the deadbolts were just "contractor grade" (meaning as cheap as possible) they may only have a 1/2" throw....replace them with a deadbolt with a full 1" throw
-consider upgrading to a high security lock like medeco, multlock, abloy, etc.
We're having everything rekeyed and having the alarm installed before we move it but they are indeed 1 inch dead bolts.

things i recommend:
A) ladder tall enough to get you on the roof
B) shop vac (wet / dry if possible)
C) a good safe. try to go big, as over time you will outgrow them
D) a good cordless drill. 19.2V if you can.
E) a good drill bit / screw tip set to go with the drill

you'll most likely have to paint as you move in. get a couple of drop cloths, brushes, and rollers, 2 paint trays and a bunch of plastic tray liners.

the approach i've used, and has worked so far, is not to rush out and get all kind of shit.
like OTB said, move in. then see what you need, and get it as you go along.

I was a car stereo installer, I've got the ultimate set of tools ;D

Thanks everyone for the suggestions!

[Tall_James]

Buy everything from this website to decorate your home with! (http://jellio.com/store.html)

[Bob Impact]

Buy everything from this website to decorate your home with! (http://jellio.com/store.html)

I will require at least 5 of these http://jellio.com/store/antsinpants.html

[TripleSkeet]

A paper towel holder. People always seem to forget that one.

[MC Pee Pants]

can opener and a Limp Bizkit poster for your bedroom door.

[Judge Smails]

Now's the perfect time to pick yourself up a bunch of super wicked cool inflatable Christmas lawn decorations for next year at Clearance prices.

http://www.tuffinflatables.com/adsimages/santa_motorcycle.jpg

[jennysmurf]

Trash cans.

I'm sure there are others, so I'll add them later.

[monkfish]

Klein 10 in 1 screwdriver

6" ladder

When it comes time to painting, buy the best paintbrush you can afford and take care of it. My Corona brushes are 10 years and 2 houses old and still work like champs. Sash brushes for the win.

[Patient zer0]

I went to a home store.
They have all the little nick nacks and doo dads there

Can opener, wine opener, all kitchen utensils, cutlery etc.

One of those type places will allow you to see everything and will allow you to see what you have and or may need.
But really that's on the home furnishing and accessory end of things

[Coach]

Insurance.

[Freitag]

Insurance.

Most mortgage companies won't allow you to close the deal without it.

[Bob Impact]

Most mortgage companies won't allow you to close the deal without it.

^.
We're consolidating our insurance carriers now

[Bob Impact]

Trash cans.

I'm sure there are others, so I'll add them later.

We finally got moved in this weekend, and this is the one thing I forgot... and trash collection day was today. :furious:

[Bob Impact]

http://www.speedtest.net/result/717674187.png (http://www.speedtest.net)

Sometimes living in the sticks is awesome. :thumbup:

[DOHO@HOME]

1] Fire Arm With Bullets
2] Large Dog [german Shepard] Beware Of Dog Signs
3]no Trespassing Signs Mounted 5' High Every 25'
4]chain Saw

[CaptainBlowhole]

Cases of black garbage bags, strong broom and dust pan. One of those big contractor garbage cans. Snow shovel. Weber grill. Heavy duty mail box.

[CountryBob]

A case of wine because now you wont have much money to go out as often and more sex is a great alternative

[DOHO@HOME]

Home sweet home pillow
welcome mat
flags for upcoming seasons
matching snoggies