If you’re looking for a new home, you’ve probably been overwhelmed by all the options you have to customize your space. But it’s important not to let anything fall through the cracks when you’re picking the home appliances that are right for your home and your needs. Here are just a few things you should consider when picking your next cooking appliances for your new home.

Gas or Electric? – When choosing between an oven with gas burners and an oven with electric burners, consider the actual cooking technique. Most professional chefs will swear by the propane burners and industrial gas burners, mostly because they interact the right way with common cooking receptacles like frying pans and woks. (Do your homework about which kind of stove is the most energy efficient.)

Inside or Outside? – If you’re moving in to a new home, this is your opportunity to take your appliances where they’ve never been before. Investing in a gas valve grill for your home can open up your options not just for cuisine, but for the kind of events you’ll host at your new home. Now you’ll be able to have easy, fun backyard barbecues with all your family and friends. (You can even get a gas valve grill with attached ring burners for side-by-side cooking.)

What will I use? – Don’t give into impulse buys that are just going to take up space on the counter. Look at the way you want to use space in your new kitchen, and avoid any additions that are impractical or novelty items. Many people think that they need a blender, but the truth is that if you aren’t going to use it, there’s no point in having it. Use this time to start over and simplify your kitchen and your appliances. (And get rid of the stuff you already don’t use.)