Moving Checklist

4 WEEKS BEFORE MOVING DAY

• Check with insurance company to confirm possessions are covered during transit. 
• Schedule connection of utility services at your new home, including electricity, water, sewage, cable, internet, telephone and trash disposal service. 
• Schedule the disconnection of utility services at your old home. 
• Change your address with the US Postal Service, credit card companies, subscriptions, schools and family.
• Purchase locks for your new home and arrange to have them installed 
• Arrange for cleaning of furniture and carpet. 
• Make any necessary travel plans for your move. 
• Gather personal and family records including medical, dental, school records, legal and financial documents, birth certificates, passports and insurance documents. 
• Have a garage sale or donate items you do not want to move.

1-2 WEEKS BEFORE MOVING DAY

• Return any borrowed items such as library books and retrieve all borrowed items.
• Prepare a “Move Kit” for first night in the new home. Include essentials like phone charger, toiletries, travel alarm clock, first aid kit, snacks, and games for the kids. 
• Make childcare and pet arrangements for moving day.

DAY BEFORE MOVE

• Have cash ready for tips and travel expenses. 
• Empty, defrost and clean your refrigerator and freezer. 
• Disconnect and prepare major appliances. 
• Check closets, cabinets, and rooms to make sure you didn’t leave anything.

FOR THE NEW OWNER

• Put all house keys, mailbox keys and garage door openers in a bag.
• Create a folder with warranties and manuals.
• Use the New Homeowner Checklist to provide important contact numbers such as utility companies, neighbors, handyman, etc. and security and gate codes.