Here is the Moving Checklist that we used to keep ourselves organized when we moved into our new home. We have actually moved a few times since creating this list so we have continued to add to it. Depending on your situation, some of these may or may not apply to you:
- make a list of important addresses and phone numbers in your new neighbourhood (i.e. banks, schools, daycare, doctor’s office, hospitals etc.)
- create a file for all the necessary paperwork you will need on and before moving day (i.e. check for lawyer, contact information for movers etc.)
- set the date for moving
- book moving company
- book contractors (i.e. painters, plumbers)
- locate new doctor and/or dentist
- arrange for telephone hook up
- arrange for cable or satellite hook up
- arrange for water hook up
- arrange to change locks on doors
- arrange gas hook up for appliances
- book home inspector
- give new address to financial institutions, family, friends, schools, employers etc.
- start packing items you do not need (label boxes)
- have a garage sale to sell stuff you don’t need/want
- book elevator if you live in an apartment or are moving to an apartment
- get mail box key
- try to eat the perishable foods in the refrigerator
- arrange for someone to care for your children and/or pets on moving day
- pack the remainder of your items (label boxes)
- clean the new house from top to bottom (if time allows before moving – if not, this can be done before unpacking)
- MOVE!
- Sit back, enjoy & take in your new surroundings!
Hopefully this Moving Checklist has helped make your move easier. It has helped us on numerous occasions. There is just so much to remember. Good luck to you and welcome to your new neighbourhood!
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