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Moving Checklist
3-4 WEEKS TILL MOVE
Make an inventory of everything to be moved.
Sort out and donate any unwanted clothing or furniture.
Have a garage sale to get rid of unwanted items.
Start collecting moving supplies like boxes and newspaper for wrapping.
Submit a change of address form to your post office.
Choose your moving company and confirm the arrangements.
Research items that can’t be moved (aerosol can, gas, paint, etc.).
Arrange for storage in your new community (if necessary).
If condo, book the moving elevator and confirm parking arrangement for truck.
2 WEEKS TILL MOVE
Start packing up your home by boxing up the items you use less often (seasonal items, books, etc.). Label as you pack.
Contact insurance company to transfer policies (life, homeowners, tenants).
Prepare a list of friends, companies, and personal accounts who should be notified of your upcoming move.
Arrange to be off work on your moving day.
Cancel newspapers, cable tv, security, lawn maintenance and any other services.
Arrange the cut-off/activation dates for your cable, telephone, gas, electricity, water, etc.
1 WEEK TILL MOVE
Start actively packing the rest of your home room by room.
Everything that can be put in a box, should be. All boxes should be taped shut and stackable and labelled.
Clean your home or arrange for a cleaning company to come in.
Check furniture for dents and scratches.
Label items you need to access easily.
Clean out the refrigerator/plan to defrost and dry a day before your move.
Clean the stove.
Drain equipment: water hoses, propane tank, gas/oil lawnmowers.
Confirm travel arrangements for pets and family.
Disassemble unused bedroom sets to save time.
Place all appliance manuals and warranties in one place for the new occupants.
Take photos of electronics before unplugging so you know how to hook them up again.
Pack your valuable jewelry, cash, and other items of high value to transport yourself.
YOUR MOVING DAY
Clear a path out of the house so everyone is safe.
Determine which boxes and items are last to load.
All loose items are packed in boxes.
All pictures are removed from the walls.
All boxes are labeled with their destination room in your new home on the top and sides of each box.
No contents are in your appliances.
All items are removed from the top of furniture, cupboards, etc.
Linens are removed from beds.
All rooms, closets and cabinets have been checked for misplaced/ remaining items.
Disassemble the remaining bedroom sets.
Be at your new location to direct movers as to where items should be placed.
PREPARE AN ESSENTIALS BOX
Toilet Paper
Phone Chargers Snacks/Coffee
Scissors
Garbage Bags
Paper Towels
Change of Clothes
Dish Soap and Towel
Pet Food and Dish Portable Tool Kit
Minimal Cleaning Supplies Mug/Plate/Cutlery
BEFORE YOU LEAVE THE HOUSE
Water shut off
Lights turned off
Windows shut and locked
Surrender house keys
Check for items left behind
AFTER YOUR MOVE
Unpack, then flatten and donate boxes you don’t need.
Change the address on your driver’s license & car insurance.
Plan a housewarming party!
Enjoy your new home!
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