Moving Checklist – Last Week before the Move
- Decide which essentials you’re taking whether by car or on the plane.
- Re-confirm travel reservations.
- Pack a suitcase with the clothes and toiletries you’ll need the first day in your new home.
- Place cleaning supplies, toiletries and a coffee pot in a special box marked to be loaded last and unloaded first.
- Set aside maps, games, snacks, a flashlight, and other items you plan to take in your car.
- Gather up any medicines and important papers for the drive.
- Arrange for the removal of “installed items” that you’re taking with you, such as shelves. Return any cable equipment.
- Take down curtains and curtain rods.
- Empty, defrost and clean your refrigerator. Make sure it has at least 24 hours to air dry if you plan to move it.
- Try to use up most food items before the move.
- Clean your oven.
- Clean garden tools, other gardening equipment and bicycles.
- Drain water from all garden hoses.
- Transfer bank accounts, and ask your local credit bureau to transfer records to your new city.
- Arrange for a friend or babysitter to look after the children on moving day if necessary.
- Plan simple meals for moving day to avoid using appliances.
- Arrange to have cash, a certified check or money order ready to pay driver before goods are unloaded (unless your employer is paying the charges or you’ve arranged to pay by credit card).
- Take the time to fill out the “Welcome to Your New Home” data sheet for new owners.
Moving Day
- Collect keys for all locks. Put them in a safe place.
- Accompany the moving coordinator as he is taking inventory.
- Sign the inventory sheet.
- Keep your signed bill of lading and inventory in an easily accessible place.
- Obtain name, address and phone number of your destination agent.
- Ensure driver has the correct delivery address and phone number to reach you.
- Confirm expected delivery time with the driver.
- Make final check of every room and storage area. Ensure windows and doors are locked, keys are transferred and lights are out.
- Breathe and relax.