{"id":15970,"date":"2020-04-20T14:47:52","date_gmt":"2020-04-20T21:47:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/?p=15970"},"modified":"2024-03-21T10:45:39","modified_gmt":"2024-03-21T17:45:39","slug":"buyer-cleaning-tips-for-moving-in-coronavirus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/buyer-cleaning-tips-for-moving-in-coronavirus\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Cleaning Tips for New Buyers Moving During Coronavirus"},"content":{"rendered":"

Most of the country is staying<\/i> home right now, but thanks to predetermined closing dates, some new homebuyers are changing<\/i> homes. Moving to a new home<\/a> is always accompanied with a certain amount of stress; moving to a new home during a pandemic amplifies that stress. In order to help manage some of the COVID-19 moving<\/a> anxiety, we compiled the following cleaning tips to help you move safely during the coronavirus.<\/p>\n

Karl Forell<\/a>, an agent with thirty years of experience in Lansing, Michigan<\/a>, and Danii Sedillo<\/a>, a Certified Residential Specialist in El Paso, Texas<\/a>, have pinpointed some key strategies to keep your move as safe as possible<\/a>. In addition, Tracy LaMonica<\/a>, a move-in cleaning expert in Melbourne, Florida<\/a>, offered time-tested advice that\u2019s invaluable for homeowners during this pandemic and beyond.<\/p>\n

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Get familiar with virology<\/h2>\n

Virology is the study of how a virus behaves. In the case of COVID-19, researchers are still working to observe and document the properties of the virus. The Centers for Disease Control<\/a> (CDC) states that the virus typically spreads through human-to-human contact and through respiratory droplets in the air. Additional research published by the New England Journal of Medicine<\/a> indicates that the virus may live for up to three days on surfaces.<\/p>\n

What does that mean for your move? Most importantly, it means that you should practice as much social distancing as possible. If you must meet in person (for closing or to pick up supplies), be sure to stay at least six feet away from other people. It also means that you\u2019ll need to be extra careful with cleaning practices in order to limit your contact with potentially infected surfaces.<\/p>\n

Consider delaying move-in<\/h2>\n

Knowing a little bit more about viruses may influence when you want to move in. In some cases, timelines are tight and cannot be adjusted. However, if possible, you may want to delay moving into your new home for three days or longer \u2014 enough time to significantly reduce your exposure to viruses.<\/p>\n

Sedillo mentions that you may also be able to have your real estate agent<\/a> negotiate with the seller for early access to the home. That way you can get started on some deep cleaning before you are scheduled to move in. Your agent may also be able to coordinate staggered closings<\/a>, depending upon the other parties involved (sellers, lenders, title agents, and so on).<\/p>\n

Stock up on supplies<\/h2>\n

Be sure you have enough cleaning supplies before moving, and keep those supplies handy. Don\u2019t pack them away! If possible, purchase hand sanitizer along with antibacterial wipes, sprays, cleaning soaps, and hand soaps. Anticipate what you will need for whole-home cleaning \u2014 but don\u2019t buy too much. Remember there are others in need, too.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll also want to have enough moving supplies<\/a> to safely pack and transport your belongings. Of course, plenty of boxes are always important. But during this time of pandemic, you may want to take advantage of additional supplies as a precaution against viral spread through contact. For example:<\/p>\n