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It is always good to start planning ahead when you move, give yourself at least 8 weeks before the move date to coordinate everything needed for a successful move. The following is a step-by-step process that you can use as a check list to make sure you cover everything needed to make your move smooth and stress free.
Eight weeks before you move
• Obtain a floor plan of your new residence and decide what household goods you want to keep.
• Begin an inventory of all household goods.
• Seek estimates from several moving companies.
• Contact your insurance agent and ask them about your homeowners or rental policy to determine whether your possessions are covered when moving.
• Establish a file for all moving papers and receipts.
• Arrange to transfer child(ren)’s school records.
• Choose a mover.
Six weeks before you move
• Start searching for good healthcare professionals in your new location.
• Complete a change of address form at your local post office
• Send your new address to anyone that might need it – insurance agents, credit card companies, magazine subscriptions, friends, relatives, etc.
• Clean out closets and dispose of all items that you will not be taking with you.
• Hold a moving/garage sale or donate items to charities.
Four weeks before you move
• For self moves, reserve a truck or trailer. Obtain necessary moving supplies, boxes, twine, labels, etc.
Start packing!!
• If your mover is doing the packing, arrange for it to be done one or two days before loading begins.
• Send furniture, drapes and carpets for repair or cleaning as needed.
• Gather valuable personal papers that you will need at your new location, including medical and dental records, school records, birth certificates, etc.
• Make travel plans and arrange hotel stays or other necessary reservations
Three weeks before you move
• Arrange to have utilities (gas, electric, phone, cable, water, etc.) disconnected in your present home, and connected at your new home.
• Ready car registration and insurance records for transfer.
• Notify the State Motor Vehicle Bureau of your new address.
• Arrange for child care on moving day.
• If necessary, reserve apartment elevator for pickup and/or delivery dates.
Two weeks before you move
• Arrange to move pets.
• Check with mover about moving house plants. (Some movers will not move plants.)
• Dispose of all items too dangerous to move, including flammable liquids.
• If necessary, have your automobile serviced and ready for the trip.
One week before you move
• Transfer all bank accounts.
• Cancel newspaper delivery.
• Have enough medication to last at least two weeks. Have prescriptions forwarded to a pharmacy near your new location.
• Buy traveler’s checks.
• Make arrangements to pay for your move.
• Withdraw items and close safety deposit boxes.
Two days before you move
• Have mover pack your goods (unless doing it yourself).
• Defrost and dry refrigerators and freezers to be moved.
• Set aside valuable items to carry with you including jewelry, vital documents, money and valuable small items.
Moving day
• Be on hand to answer any questions and give directions.
• You must pay the driver before your goods can be unloaded. This is a Federal requirement for interstate moves.
• Supervise unloading and unpacking.
• Check carefully for any damaged or missing items.
• Note on the inventory any damaged boxes or obvious damage to unboxed items before you sign anything.
Call us at +1-800-215-3522 to learn more.
Moving Checklist
There is so much to remember when you’re moving. A moving checklist is a great tool to keep you on track with your many responsibilities during this very important time. Our moving checklist is complete with a 12-week schedule to help you stay one step ahead of your priorities.
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Eight weeks before you move
• Obtain a floor plan of your new residence and decide what household goods you want to keep.
• Begin an inventory of all household goods.
• Seek estimates from several moving companies.
• Contact your insurance agent and ask them about your homeowners or rental policy to determine whether your possessions are covered when moving.
• Establish a file for all moving papers and receipts.
• Arrange to transfer child(ren)’s school records.
• Choose a mover.
Six weeks before you move
• Start searching for good healthcare professionals in your new location.
• Complete a change of address form at your local post office
• Send your new address to anyone that might need it – insurance agents, credit card companies, magazine subscriptions, friends, relatives, etc.
• Clean out closets and dispose of all items that you will not be taking with you.
• Hold a moving/garage sale or donate items to charities.
Four weeks before you move
• For self moves, reserve a truck or trailer. Obtain necessary moving supplies, boxes, twine, labels, etc.
Start packing!!
• If your mover is doing the packing, arrange for it to be done one or two days before loading begins.
• Send furniture, drapes and carpets for repair or cleaning as needed.
• Gather valuable personal papers that you will need at your new location, including medical and dental records, school records, birth certificates, etc.
• Make travel plans and arrange hotel stays or other necessary reservations
Three weeks before you move
• Arrange to have utilities (gas, electric, phone, cable, water, etc.) disconnected in your present home, and connected at your new home.
• Ready car registration and insurance records for transfer.
• Notify the State Motor Vehicle Bureau of your new address.
• Arrange for child care on moving day.
• If necessary, reserve apartment elevator for pickup and/or delivery dates.
Two weeks before you move
• Arrange to move pets.
• Check with mover about moving house plants. (Some movers will not move plants.)
• Dispose of all items too dangerous to move, including flammable liquids.
• If necessary, have your automobile serviced and ready for the trip.
One week before you move
• Transfer all bank accounts.
• Cancel newspaper delivery.
• Have enough medication to last at least two weeks. Have prescriptions forwarded to a pharmacy near your new location.
• Buy traveler’s checks.
• Make arrangements to pay for your move.
• Withdraw items and close safety deposit boxes.
Two days before you move
• Have mover pack your goods (unless doing it yourself).
• Defrost and dry refrigerators and freezers to be moved.
• Set aside valuable items to carry with you including jewelry, vital documents, money and valuable small items.
Moving day
• Be on hand to answer any questions and give directions.
• You must pay the driver before your goods can be unloaded. This is a Federal requirement for interstate moves.
• Supervise unloading and unpacking.
• Check carefully for any damaged or missing items.
• Note on the inventory any damaged boxes or obvious damage to unboxed items before you sign anything.
Call us at +1-800-215-3522 to learn more.
Moving Checklist
There is so much to remember when you’re moving. A moving checklist is a great tool to keep you on track with your many responsibilities during this very important time. Our moving checklist is complete with a 12-week schedule to help you stay one step ahead of your priorities.
