10 Things to Do in Your First Week in a New Minneapolis Metro Home

Posted September 21, 2026

You’ve Moved In — Now What?

Moving day is over. The truck is gone. You’re standing in your new home surrounded by boxes, and the immediate question is: what do you actually do first? The first week in a new home sets the tone for how quickly you feel settled and comfortable. Here’s a practical guide for new Minneapolis metro residents.

Day 1: Get the Essentials Functional

Set up the beds — you need sleep above everything else
Get the bathroom stocked with toilet paper, towels, and soap
Find your phone chargers
Make sure the HVAC is working — in September in Minnesota, you may need heat soon
Order pizza and give yourself grace. You’ve earned it.

Day 2–3: Kitchen and Connectivity

Unpack enough kitchen supplies to make real meals
Set up internet — in the Minneapolis area, Xfinity, CenturyLink/Quantum Fiber, and local providers are all options depending on your suburb
Run the dishwasher and washing machine once before full use to confirm they’re connected properly

Day 3–4: Safety and Systems

Test all smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors
Locate your circuit breaker panel and label circuits that aren’t labeled
Find the main water shut-off valve — important knowledge for any Minnesota homeowner before winter
Change your locks or rekey if you haven’t already

Day 4–5: School and Community

If you have kids, visit or call the new school to confirm enrollment and introductions
Find the nearest grocery store, pharmacy, urgent care, and hardware store
Introduce yourself to neighbors — a simple knock and hello goes a long way in Minnesota communities

Day 5–7: Administrative Tasks

Update your address with the post office, employer, bank, insurance, and subscriptions
Update your Minnesota driver’s license address (you have 30 days)
Update vehicle registration if you moved to a new county
Register to vote at your new address if the election is coming up

1st Class Moving Gets You to Day 1

We get you into your new home safely and efficiently. What you do from there is all yours. 1st Class Moving serves the entire Minneapolis metro — from moving quote to final box placed. Start your journey at 1stclassmovingmn.com.

admin