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1 Month Before Move
Reserve Moving Truck / Movers
Get Boxes, Tape & Other Moving Necessities
Notify Utility Companies of the Date for the Final Meter Reading
Notify Cable Company, Security and Any Other Services You Receive
Begin Cleaning Out Closets, Attic & Garage
Analyze What Items Can Be Thrown Away/Donated
Start Packing Infrequently Used Items
2 Weeks Before Move
Submit A Postal Change Of Address
Empty The Fuel From Your Lawn Mower, Power Tools, Etc
Create A Room By Room Packing Calendar and Track Your Progress
Assemble A Folder Of Important Information About The Home For the Next Homeowner
Make Sure All Necessary Repairs Are Completed
Plan Meals To Use Up Refrigerated Food
1-5 Days Before Move
Defrost Your Freezer & Empty Ice Maker
Clean Refrigerator, Microwave, Stove Top & Oven
Confirm Travel/Moving Arrangements
Gather & Clean Outdoor Furniture
Pack A Suitcase For Each Family Member With Clothes & Thoiletries To Get Through The First 3 Days
Back Up All Computers
Use Towels, T-shirts, Pillows, and Blankets Around Breakables
Arrange Help For Kids/Pets For Moving Day
Moving Day
Double Check That All Cabinets, Closets & Dishwasher Are Empty
Give Movers A Tour & Any Specific Instructions On What To Move and What Not To Move
Dispose of Trash
Final Cleaning
Leave a Note of Your New Address in the House so Future Residents Can Forward Any Remaining Mail
Take A Final Walkthrough of the Home to Make Sure No Items Are Left Behind
Celebrate