8 Weeks Before Moving Day:
- Create a Moving Binder: Keep all moving-related documents in one place.
- Inventory Your Belongings: Create a detailed list of items to be moved.
6 Weeks Before Moving Day:
- Declutter and Donate: Sort through belongings and donate or sell items you don’t need.
- Notify Important Parties: Inform your current and future utility providers, schools, and medical facilities of your move.
- Order Packing Supplies: Purchase boxes, tape, bubble wrap, and other packing materials. These items can be provided by the company upon request.
4 Weeks Before Moving Day:
- Start Packing: Begin packing items you don’t use daily. Label boxes with contents and destination room. We provide packing services; please call and ask about our low rates.
- Notify Change of Address: Update your address with the post office, banks, subscriptions, and relevant institutions.
- Plan for Special Items: Make arrangements for valuable or delicate items. Please notify us of these items prior to the move date so arrangements can be made.
2 Weeks Before Moving Day:
- Pack Essentials Box: Pack a box with essential items like toiletries, clothes, and important documents.
- Notify Friends and Family: Inform friends and family about your new address.
1 Week Before Moving Day:
- Finish Packing: Pack the remainder of your belongings.
- Confirm Moving Arrangements: Double-check details with the moving company.
- Prepare Appliances: Disconnect and prepare appliances for the move.
Moving Day:
- Verify Inventory: Confirm the inventory list with the moving company.
- Clean and Secure Your Home: Ensure your old home is clean and secure before leaving.
After Moving:
- Update Local Information: Update your drivers license, vehicle registration, and voter registration.
- Unpack Strategically: Start unpacking systematically, prioritizing essential items.
- Get Acquainted with New Area: Explore your new neighborhood and locate important facilities.
Additional Tips:
- Label Boxes Clearly: Clearly mark boxes with the room they belong to and a brief description of contents.
- Pack a First Night Box: Include essentials like bedding, toiletries, and a change of clothes for the first night.
- Take Photos of Electronics: Document how electronics are connected before disassembly.
- Keep Important Documents Handy: Have important documents, such as medical records and financial information, easily accessible.