Movers Checklist
Whether you're moving one block away, or several states away, it takes a lot of time, patience, and above all, a sense of adventure. Use our Mover's Checklist to minimize the stress of moving!
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To Do: |
| 30 days before | |
| Determine what you are going to move and start getting rid of everything else. | |
| Decide what you'll pack yourself and what you'll have the movers pack. | |
| Notify the Post Office of your new address. | |
| Gather medical and dental records for all family members if you will need to change doctors | |
| Notify schools and arrange to have transcripts and records forwarded to new schools. | |
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| 2 weeks before | |
| Start packing. | |
| Return borrowed items and reclaim items borrowed from you. | |
| Arrange disconnect/connect dates with local utilities. | |
| Start thinking about where you'll place your belongings in the new house, so you'll have a plan when the movers arrive. | |
| 1 week before | |
| Dismantle outdoor play equipment. | |
| If moving out of town, transfer items from your safe deposit account to take with you. | |
| Pack items you want to move yourself and label "Do not move" | |
| 1 day before | |
| Disconnect water lines, empty and defrost your refrigerator and freezer, let the appliances air out for 24 hours. | |
| Finish packing personal items. | |
| Get a good night's sleep. | |
| Moving Day | |
| Be present to answer movers questions | |
| Accompany movers throughout the house for an inventory of things to be moved. | |
| Confirm destination address with van operator. Also confirm time and date of delivery. Exchange cell phone numbers, just in case! | |
| Close all windows and turn out all lights. | |
| Lock all doors. | |
| Say goodbye to your house and get ready to create new memories at your new house! | |
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