Now that you've chosen a home to purchase, it's time to start planning for a move to the property. Here are a few things you should do before moving your family in to the new home you're purchasing.

Get a Food Garden Started

If you're like most new homeowners, you will likely be worried about your budget when first moving in to your new home because of the big investment you've just made. So taking the time to start a food garden right away, even before moving in if possible, to help offset your grocery costs and lessen the strain on your budget.

Your new garden will also help improve the property's curb appeal, which your new neighbors are sure to appreciate as time goes on. Something as simple as a tomato garden can save you some money on food costs as you settle in to your new home.

Do a little research to find out what kinds of vegetables and herbs will grow well based on the season your home's specific location and plant as many viable options as possible. Hopefully, you'll be picking some free food within weeks of moving in to your new place.

Schedule a Thorough Inspection

It's a good idea to schedule a thorough inspection of your new home and property before officially moving in so you know exactly what kind of shape it's in and can determine whether any work should be done before you get settled in. If the foundation is cracked somewhere, you may want to have it repaired before moving in. Any black mold that's found should be removed before any furniture gets put into place.

And your property should be inspected and surveyed so you know where all the underground pipes and lines are and whether there are any easements or other legal issues that need to be worried about. The more you know about your property before you actually move in, the easier it will be for you to proactively work on the property and keep it in good shape in the coming decades.

Have the Drains Professionally Cleaned

To make sure that all of the showers, toilets, and sinks in your new home work properly as you settle in and start your new life in your new place, you should have all the drains in your plumbing system professionally cleaned a few days before you officially move in. Even if there is just a little buildup in the drains, that buildup could accumulate quickly once you move in and result in sewage backups into your home.

And those backups wouldn't be waste that you and your family created because you'll have just recently moved in. Making sure that the drains are all completely clean when you move in will give your family a fresh start and help ensure that you won't be dealing with backups and plumbing problems while trying to settle in to your new place. Professional drain cleaning services can help save you money on plumbing repairs in the future too.