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The first weeks after buying a house are better spent finding problems than choosing new paint colors.

A leaking pipe, faulty outlet, blocked gutter or dead smoke alarm can cause damage long before an outdated kitchen becomes a real problem. New owners also need to know where the shutoffs, electrical panel and major equipment are before something fails.

Cosmetic work can wait. Safety, water, electricity, drainage and basic maintenance come first.

1. Change the Locks

A buyer receives keys at closing, but there is no reliable way to know how many copies existed before the sale.

Previous owners may have given keys to relatives, cleaners, contractors, neighbors or tenants. Rekeying the exterior locks removes that uncertainty without necessarily replacing every lockset.

Garage door remotes need the same attention. Reset the opener and delete old transmitters from its memory rather than assuming every remote was handed over.

Security cameras, alarm systems, video doorbells and smart locks should also move to new accounts. Old access codes and connected users can remain active after ownership changes if nobody removes them.

2. Find the Main Water Shutoff, Electrical Panel and Gas Controls

A burst pipe is a bad time to start searching for the main shutoff.

Locate the main water valve and identify the smaller shutoffs under sinks and behind toilets. Anyone living in the house should know where the main valve is and how it operates.

The electrical panel deserves a proper check too. Old handwritten labels can become inaccurate after years of renovations, so identifying the circuits now saves time during a fault or repair.

Homes supplied with natural gas or propane also have fuel controls. Work on gas equipment belongs with qualified professionals, but owners should still know where the relevant controls are located.

3. Check the Bathroom for Leaks Before Thinking About a Remodel

Old tile can stay for another year. Water escaping behind it should not.

Check around the toilet base, vanity, bathtub, shower enclosure and visible plumbing connections. Soft flooring, swollen trim, peeling paint, stains and a persistent damp smell deserve investigation.

Toilets can leak without leaving an obvious puddle. Faucets and supply connections can also lose water slowly enough to escape notice during a home viewing. The EPA says household leaks can waste thousands of gallons of water each year.

Run the shower, bathtub and sinks long enough to check drainage. One slow fixture may point to a local blockage. Problems affecting several fixtures can indicate an issue deeper in the drainage system.

A plumber should handle concealed leaks, recurring drain backups, damaged pipes or work that requires opening walls or floors. Fixing the source of the problem comes before replacing fixtures for appearance.

Homeowners who need professional help can search for a plumber in their area and compare the services available locally. 

4. Test Every Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm

An alarm attached to the ceiling is not proof that it still works.

Test every smoke and carbon monoxide alarm after moving in. Check the manufacture date as well, since alarms have a limited service life even if the test button still produces a sound.

The National Fire Protection Association advises placing smoke alarms inside every bedroom, outside sleeping areas and on every level of a home.

Placement deserves attention after renovations. A previous owner may have changed the layout of the house without updating the alarm locations.

Replacing a battery is useful only when the alarm itself is still within its intended service period.

5. Deal With Electrical Problems Before Adding Decorative Lighting

New pendant lights can wait if an outlet is loose in the wall or a switch becomes warm during use.

Operate the lights, ceiling fans and accessible switches throughout the house. Look for cracked outlets, damaged faceplates, loose fittings and signs of previous improvised repairs.

Bathrooms, kitchens, garages and exterior areas deserve particular attention because electrical equipment sits close to water or weather exposure.

If breakers trip repeatedly, lights flicker unexpectedly or an outlet behaves inconsistently, a licensed electrician should inspect the system before more appliances or fixtures are added.

The home inspection report can already contain useful electrical notes. Read it again after closing instead of treating it as a document that served only the purchase negotiation.

6. Give the Heating and Cooling System a Baseline Check

The first very hot or cold week should not be the first time the HVAC system gets serious attention.

Start with the air filter. Record its size, condition and replacement date so future maintenance has a clear starting point.

Run the heating and cooling systems long enough to confirm that air reaches the expected rooms and that the thermostat responds correctly. Repeated cycling, unusual noise, weak airflow or water around indoor equipment deserves investigation.

Locate the condensate drain and outdoor equipment too. Blocked drainage, heavy debris or vegetation around the outdoor unit can interfere with normal operation.

Keep any service records that came with the house. Model numbers, installation dates and previous repairs are useful when parts or professional service are needed later.

7. Check the Roof, Gutters and Where Rainwater Goes

A roof problem does not always announce itself with water dripping into a room.

Ceiling stains, attic moisture, dark roof decking and damaged insulation can point to previous or active water entry. Missing shingles, damaged flashing and deteriorated material around roof penetrations also deserve attention.

Gutters and downspouts are part of the same system. A clean roof still creates problems if rainwater leaves the downspout beside the foundation.

Watch the property during real rainfall if possible. Overflowing gutters, standing water and runoff moving toward the house are easier to identify during a storm than on a dry afternoon.

Landscaping plans can wait if the immediate job is directing water away from the building.

8. Inspect the Basement, Crawlspace and Lower Floors for Moisture

Lower parts of a house can reveal conditions that were easy to miss during a short viewing.

Look for water stains, damaged insulation, condensation, musty odors and evidence of previous flooding. A dehumidifier running constantly when the house was viewed can also deserve a closer look after moving in.

Radon testing belongs on the list when recent reliable results are unavailable. The EPA says testing is the only way to know the radon level in a home and recommends action at 4 picocuries per liter or higher.

Lower floors intended for bedrooms, offices or recreation areas deserve particular attention because people may spend many hours there after moving in.

9. Create One File for the House Before the Paperwork Spreads Everywhere

Homeownership creates documents quickly.

Keep the closing papers, inspection report, survey, warranties, appliance manuals, contractor invoices and service records in one physical or digital location.

Record model and serial numbers for major appliances and equipment. Photos of expensive possessions and major rooms can also help create a basic home inventory.

Insurance information belongs in the same file, including the policy number and claims contact details.

Keep receipts and invoices for substantial work completed after the purchase. Years later, those records can establish when a roof, furnace, water heater or other major component was repaired or replaced.

10. Separate Repairs From Projects You Simply Want

A newly purchased house can produce a long spending list almost immediately.

The kitchen cabinets feel dated. The bedroom color looks worse without the sellers furniture. The flooring was never your first choice.

None of those problems automatically deserves the first available money.

Living in the house for a few months can also change renovation plans. A room that looked too small during the purchase may work once furniture is arranged differently. Storage that seemed adequate may become the first feature worth redesigning.

Even projects such as soundproofing repairs are easier to prioritize once you understand how the rooms perform in everyday use.

Money not spent immediately on cosmetic work also remains available for the first repair that was impossible to predict before moving in.

Last Words

A home inspection captures the property during a limited period. Daily life provides a different set of information.

Rain exposes drainage problems. A cold night tests the heating system. Morning showers reveal water pressure and drainage. Regular use exposes doors, appliances and electrical fixtures that behave differently than they did during a short viewing.

Keep a running list during the first month and move active damage or safety issues to the top.

Paint, bathroom finishes and cabinet hardware will still be waiting later. Water entering the house, unsafe wiring or a failed alarm deserves attention first.

Once the essential systems are working properly, there is more freedom to focus on comfort, whether that means changing the furniture, improving the lighting or finding ways to enjoy better sound at home without spending a fortune.

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Oasis: Don’t Look Back In Anger

When: From Friday, October 9
Where: Disney+ & Hulu
Watch anywhere: With Nord VPN’s 30-day trial

The new documentary film charting last year’s Oasis reunion has been confirmed for TV and film streaming services, just a month after Don’t Look Back in Anger hit the silver screen and comes in the wake of the Britpop icons selling out the entire 42 dates of their huge 2027 tour.

The film will available on Disney+ and Hulu from Friday, October 9 and focuses on Liam and Noel Gallagher’s triumphant return to the stage in 2025 and features interviews with the brothers, exclusive content, and full performances of Wonderwall, Slide Away, D’You Know What I Mean? and Half The World Away.

Speaking about the film, producer Steven Knight said: “The Oasis world tour united generations, cultures and countries and spoke to a broken world about reconciliation.

“Don’t Look Back In Anger is not only your ticket to the show – it’s a backstage pass and a seat at the table when Liam and Noel sit down together for the first time in 15 years and tell it how it is and how it was.”

Here’s how to watch Oasis: Don’t Look Back In Anger from anywhere.

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How to watch Oasis: Don’t Look Back In Anger

If you want to watch Don’t Look Back In Anger, you’ll need an active Disney+/Hulu subscription. I’ve broken down the latest US and UK prices below:

• 🇺🇸 $9.99 – Disney/Hulu bundle
• 🇺🇸 $19.99 – Disney/Hulu Premium bundle
• 🇬🇧 £5.99 – Standard with ads
• 🇬🇧 £9.99 – Standard
• 🇬🇧 £14.99 – Premium

Free trial? There’s no free trial currently, but look out for special offers throughout the year

Once you have your subscription set up, you’ll be able to watch the documentary as soon as it’s available on October 9.

Want to know if this is the streaming service for you? Read our full Disney+ review

How to watch Oasis: Don’t Look Back In Anger from anywhere

If you’re going to be out of the country but still want to catch Don’t Look Back In Anger as soon as it lands, you’ll need a VPN to help you.

Virtual Private Networks are used to change the location of your IP address, enabling you to watch the film no matter where you are. Nord VPN is Louder’s service of choice and it’s currently available with 75% off the usual price – and there’s a 30-day money back guarantee.

How to use a VPN

1. Install a VPN. As we’ve mentioned above, Nord VPN is Louder’s favourite.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN. If you’re currently outside of the country and don’t want to miss out on seeing Don’t Look Back In Anger as soon as it arrives, just select your country from the list, then log on to your Disney+/Hulu account.

3. Kick back and relax: That’s it – you’re all set to watch this highly-anticipated documentary as you prepare for the Oasis’ 2027 tour!

Watch the trailer

Need to know

Don’t Look Back In Anger is coming to Disney+ and Hulu from October 9 and Angela Jain, head of content, Disney+ EMEA, is delighted to share the news.

“The great wait is over… as we now bring Oasis: Don’t Look Back In Anger to as many people as possible through Disney+, and to be doing it with exclusive unseen footage too, is so exciting for fans,” Jain says.

“The Oasis reunion has been one of our defining cultural moments of recent times. We have seen how the documentary has resonated with audiences around the world as they celebrate the power of Oasis and music through this evocative and moving reunion story.”

The release comes just a few weeks after Oasis announced 42 more shows throughout 2027, with tickets for all of them selling out in just a few days.

Oasis: Live ’27 Tour

May 21: Glasgow Celtic Park, UK
May 23: Glasgow Celtic Park, UK
May 25: Glasgow Celtic Park, UK
May 28: Glasgow Celtic Park, UK
May 29: Glasgow Celtic Park, UK
Jun 04: Manchester Etihad Stadium, UK
Jun 06: Manchester Etihad Stadium, UK
Jun 08: Manchester Etihad Stadium, UK
Jun 11: Manchester Etihad Stadium, UK
Jun 12: Manchester Etihad Stadium, UK
Jun 15: Manchester Etihad Stadium, UK
Jun 18: Manchester Etihad Stadium, UK
Jun 19: Manchester Etihad Stadium, UK
Jun 22: Manchester Etihad Stadium, UK
Jun 25: Manchester Etihad Stadium, UK
Jun 26: Manchester Etihad Stadium, UK
Jul 02: Munich Allianz Arena, Germany
Jul 03: Munich Allianz Arena, Germany
Jul 06: Munich Allianz Arena, Germany
Jul 10: Barcelona Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, Spain
Jul 11: Barcelona Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, Spain
Jul 16: Amsterdam Johan Cruijff ArenA, Netherlands
Jul 17: Amsterdam Johan Cruijff ArenA, Netherlands
Jul 20: Paris Stade de France, France
Jul 24: Paris Stade de France, France
Jul 26: Rome Stadio Olimpico, Italy
Jul 29: Rome Stadio Olimpico, Italy
Jul 30: Rome Stadio Olimpico, Italy

Aug 10: Boston Gillette Stadium, MA
Aug 13: Boston Gillette Stadium, MA
Aug 14: Boston Gillette Stadium, MA
Aug 20: Las Vega Allegiant Stadium, CA
Aug 21: Las Vegas Allegiant Stadium, US
Aug 24: Las Vegas Allegiant Stadium, CA

Sep 04: Slane Castle, Ireland
Sep 05: Slane Castle, Ireland
Sep 11: Knebworth Park, UK
Sep 12: Knebworth Park, UK
Sep 18: Knebworth Park, UK
Sep 19: Knebworth Park, UK
Sep 25: Knebworth Park, UK
Sep 26: Knebworth Park, UK

What else is on Disney+

Disney+ is one of the many TV and film streaming services available, but while I’d like to see more music-related content, there’s still plenty to get excited about.

The service is home to the likes of Peter Jackson’s Beatles doc Let It Be, and the three-part Beatles series Get Back. Other musical highlights include the brilliant Travis Barker documentary Louder Than Fear, Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody, Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story, Summer ’82: When Zappa Came To Sicily, Abbey Road: If These Walls Could Sing, Hip-Hop And The White House, and the 2024 biopic The Beach Boys.

For me, the real draw of Disney+ and the reason I’ve had a subscription for years is that it’s home to the entire Star Wars universe – all the classic movies are here, alongside spin-offs such as The Mandalorian, Andor, The Book Of Boba Fett and The Clone Wars animated series. There’s even an option to watch everything in timeline order.

Marvel content is another draw, and like the Star Wars content, it’s crammed with flicks, series and shorts – and the ability to binge on the entire MCU complete timeline.

There’s also all the classic Pixar movies and shorts, the National Geographic Channel, and the Hulu network (featuring the excellent comedy crime drama Only Murders In The Building starring Steve Martin, Selena Gomez and Martin Short).

About a month ago we learned that David Byrne composer Daniel Pemberton had written a song using only Elon Musk quotes for the soundtrack to Musk, the new Musk documentary from director Alex Gibney, whose previous subjects include Scientology (Going Clear), Elizabeth Holmes (The Inventor), and Enron (The Smartest Guys In The Room). That song is out today, a day ahead of the film’s theatrical debut.

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