MY MOVING CHECKLIST

Two Months Before

• Decide the best moving option
• Choose a storage facility
• Pack non-essential items
• Start an inventory list
• Collect boxes/packing materials
• Give away unwanted items
• Create a plan for fragile items
• Purchase items for new home

One Month Before

• Schedule utility connection
• Switch mail subscriptions
• Change/cancel local accounts
• Notify credit card companies
• Fill out change of address form
• Notify family and friends

One Week Before

• Clean fridge of unwanted food
• Dispose of flammable items
• Prepare a 24-hour box
• Confirm moving arrangements
• Confirm moving of pets
• Take apart small furniture items
• Arrange time off work for move
• Pack items you’ll move yourself

Day of Move

• Review paperwork with movers
• Inspect furniture with mover
• Do a final walkthrough
• Provide a phone # to movers
• Leave contact info in old home
• Check for damages after move
• Clean new home
• Begin to unpack
• Get copies of your keys
• Update your home inventory