Moving Planner & Checklist
A step-by-step guide to plan and checklist for a successful moving day.
Steps You Must Take Before Moving
Moving can be a major life event that requires careful planning and organization. To make the process smoother, it’s essential to prepare in advance. From sorting through your belongings and packing to coordinating logistics, taking the right steps can reduce stress and ensure a successful transition to your new home. Proper planning allows you to focus on the excitement of your new beginning rather than the challenges of moving.
When you hire us, you never have to worry about how much stuff you’ve got or how far it needs to travel—we’ll handle it all for you!
- 1 Month Before Moving
Shift into Moving Gear
With one month left before your move, it’s time to shift into high gear. This is the period to finalize your preparations, start packing, and handle essential logistics. By taking key steps now, you can avoid last-minute stress and ensure a smooth transition to your new home. Here are four important tasks to focus on one month before your move:
- Declutter and donate: Go through your belongings and get rid of items you no longer need. Donate, sell, or recycle anything that won't be coming with you.
- Start packing non-essential items: Begin packing things you won't need in the next month, such as seasonal items, decor, or extra kitchen supplies.
- Notify utilities and service providers: Contact your utility companies (electricity, water, internet, etc.) to schedule service transfers or cancellations for your move date.
- Update your address: Begin updating your address with banks, insurance providers, and other important contacts, as well as setting up mail forwarding with the post office.
- 2 Weeks before moving
Tackle Important Details & Finalize Packing
With two weeks to go before your moving day, it’s time to tackle the final details and make sure everything is on track. These last two weeks are crucial for tying up loose ends and getting ready for the big day. Here are four important tasks to focus on:
- Confirm moving arrangements: Double-check with your moving company or rental truck service to confirm the details of your move, including the date, time, and any special requirements.
- Pack essentials and label boxes: Continue packing, focusing on essentials and frequently used items. Clearly label boxes with their contents and the rooms they belong to for easier unpacking.
- Prepare your new home: If possible, visit your new home to clean or ensure it's ready for your arrival. Arrange any necessary repairs or installations before moving in.
- Plan for pets and kids: Make arrangements for pets and children on moving day, whether it's a sitter, daycare, or a safe space where they can stay during the chaos of the move.
- Moving Day
Meet Your Movers & Stay Organized
Moving day has arrived! After weeks of preparation, it’s time to put your plan into action. Staying organized and focused on the tasks at hand will help make the day as smooth as possible.
- Meet the movers: Be present when the movers arrive to provide instructions, answer any questions, and supervise the loading of your belongings.
- Stay hydrated and energized: Keep snacks, water, and other refreshments on hand for yourself, your family, and the movers to stay hydrated and energized throughout the day. Moving can be exhausting, so small breaks for nourishment are essential.
Double-Check Everything
- Do a final walkthrough: Before leaving your old home, do a thorough walkthrough to ensure nothing is left behind, and double-check closets, cabinets, and storage areas.
- Protect valuable items: Keep important documents, valuables, and essentials with you rather than packing them in the moving truck to ensure they are safe and accessible.
Moving To Your New Home
- Check your new home: Upon arrival, inspect your new home for any issues, and guide the movers on where to place boxes and furniture.
- Keep essential tools handy: Have a basic toolkit available for any quick fixes or assembly tasks that may arise, such as reattaching furniture legs or mounting shelves. It can save time and make settling in smoother.
We Will take care of your valuables as if it is our own
Let us make your moving day a stress-free one! We can handle everything from packing and loading your belongings with care to safely transporting them to your new home.
Our experienced team will take care of the heavy lifting, ensuring that your furniture, appliances, and fragile items are handled with the utmost care. We’ll also help with unpacking, setting up your new space, and making sure everything is exactly where you want it. From start to finish, we’re here to make your move as smooth and seamless as possible, so you can focus on settling into your new home with ease.
