Moving Checklist

EAT & DRINK

  • US Postal Service
  • Drivers License
  • IRS
  • Social Security
  • Voter Registration
  • Banks/Investments
  • Insurance/Doctors
  • Friends & Family
  • Schools

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

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