THE ULTIMATE MOVING CHECKLIST: BE PREPARED, BE STRESS-FREE

The Ultimate Moving Checklist: Be Prepared, Be Stress-Free

Moving to a new home is an exciting time, but it can also be stressful. There’s so much to think about and do, from packing your belongings to scheduling movers and transferring utilities. To help you stay organized and on track, we’ve created the ultimate moving checklist. This checklist is designed to help you get started two months before your move, and continues to guide you up to the big day.

Two Months Before You Move:

• Book Your Movers: Get quotes from several moving companies and compare prices and services. Be sure to book your movers well in advance, especially if you’re moving during peak season.
• Declutter and Donate: Get rid of unwanted items by selling them, donating them, or throwing them away. This will make packing and unpacking much easier.
• Schedule Home Inspections: If you’re buying a new home, schedule a home inspection to identify any potential problems.
• Start Packing: Pack non-essential items that you won’t need in the next two months. This will help to lighten the load closer to the move.
• Research Change of Address: Update your address with the post office, banks, credit card companies, and other important contacts.
• School Research: If you have children, research schools in your new neighborhood and start the enrollment process.

One Month Before You Move:

• Pack an Essentials Box: Pack a box of essentials that you’ll need on the first day or two in your new home, such as toiletries, medications, change of clothes, and important documents.
• Transfer Utilities: Schedule the disconnection of utilities at your old home and the connection of utilities at your new home.
• Update Your Insurance: Update your homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policy to reflect your new address.
• Request Medical Records: Request your medical records from your doctor and dentist.
• Take Measurements of Furniture: Measure your furniture to make sure it will fit through the doorways and hallways in your new home.

One Week Before You Move:

• Defrost Refrigerator: Defrost your refrigerator and freezer at least 24 hours before moving day.
• Clean Old Apartment: Clean your old apartment before you move out.
• Pack a Last-Minute Box: Pack a box of things you’ll need on moving day, such as snacks, drinks, and cleaning supplies.
• Confirm Movers: Confirm the arrival time of your movers and review the moving contract.

Moving Day:

• Be Prepared to Pay Movers: Have cash or a check on hand to pay your movers.
• Do a Walk-Through of Your New Home: Do a walk-through of your new home with the mover to identify any potential damage.
• Tip Your Movers: If you’re happy with the service, tip your movers.
• Change Your Locks: Change the locks on your new home for security purposes.

Additional Tips:

• Label Your Boxes Clearly: Label your boxes with the room they belong in and a brief description of the contents. This will make unpacking much easier.
• Take Photos of Your Belongings: Take photos of your belongings before you move them, in case of any damage during the move.
• Get Insurance for Your Belongings: Consider getting moving insurance to protect your belongings in case of damage or loss.

By following this moving checklist, you can ensure a smooth and stress-free move to your new home.

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