Moving Check List

Moving Pretty Much always takes longer than you think It's going to take time. So, be smart and plan ahead. There's a lots packing & Organizing you must prepare in advance your moving Day. There are some tips we can share to make smooth your moves.

To Do: One Month Before Moving

Create a folder to keep all records related to the move. You can also use a legal-sized envelope.
Plan the actual physical move (are you renting a truck, hiring movers, etc.). Then get estimates for each.
If you are moving for a job find out what moving expenses will be reimbursed and what receipts or documentation you will need for that purpose.
If you are going to need temporary or permanent storage for some of your items figure that out now as well.
Schedule the turn on and turn off of your utilities: Phone, Internet, Cable, Water, Garbage, Gas, and Electric services.
Determine how you are going to move your vehicles and other valuables (especially for long distance moves).
Sketch out a floor plan of the new home to figure out what furniture you can take with you and what new furniture you may need to get.
Hold a garage sale or go through all of your belongings and donate what you don’t need to Goodwill. If you haven’t used it in the last year, you probably don’t need it (unless it is a keepsake).
Contact schools, doctors, and dentists to transfer your records to the new location and to get referrals from them as appropriate.
Start collecting packing materials boxes, tape, and all related packing materials to keep your belongings safe as you transport them.
Make any home repairs that you may need to make (especially if a deposit is on the line). Get it over with.
Return anything you may have borrowed from any neighbors to make sure you leave on good terms.
Get back anything you may have loaned out to neighbors unless you never want to see it again.
Start using up food in your pantry and refrigerator so you don’t have to move too much to your new home.

To Do: Moving Day

Remove bedding and take the beds apart.
Make sure you go early to pickup the truck if you rented one.
When the movers arrive walk them through the house and tell them exactly what you want them to do.
Once the old home is empty do a walk through just to make sure everything is gone.
Write a note for the new residents leaving your forwarding address and other contact information.
Take inventory before the movers leave and sign the bill of lading.
Double check to make sure the movers have the correct new address.
Lock the windows and doors and turn off the lights at the old place.
At the new home verify that all utilities are on and working properly.
Perform an initial inspection of the new home and note any damages or problems
Do a quick cleaning while the place is empty clean the floors, counters, cabinets, etc.
Direct the movers to place everything where you want them.
Assemble beds and bedding.
Begin unpacking.

To Do: 1 Weeks Before Moving

Confirm the moving details (truck, movers, etc.) one more time and verify all paperwork.
Make an action plan for the day of the move (a complete schedule).
If you rented a truck plan for how you are going to pick it up, who is going to drive, etc.
Prepare for the moving expenses (food, lodging, moving, etc.). Make sure you have enough cash to cover the move.
Continue cleaning the house as you pack more of your belongings (clean as you go).
You need to defrost and clean the refrigerator.
Make sure your toolbox is handy (screwdriver, wrench, tape, pliers, etc.).
Pack of bag of snacks and water bottles to make sure you have ample supply on moving day.
Make sure you keep the boxes you are moving yourself separate along with other valuables.