Two weeks before moving date:
>> Review and reconfirm arrangements with the moving company.
>> Arrange special transport for pets, plants, jewelry and other delicate
items.
>> Service your car if you are planning a long trip.
>> Cancel newspaper delivery.
>> Get a copy of pet records from veterinarian.
One week before moving date:
>> Pick up dry cleaning, return library books and rented videos, etc.
Settle all outstanding bills with local retailers particularly if moving out of the city.
>> If you are on prescription medication, be sure to have a two weeks
supply on hand.
>> Drain gas and oil from power equipment.
>> Prepare detailed directions to both old and new homes for your moving
company. Include an itinerary with emergency numbers.
A few days before finishing packing:
>> Defrost refrigerators and freezers.
>> Disconnect all major appliances.
>> Contact your moving company for any updates.
>> Pack first night items. These include: Sheets, towels, toiletries,
phone, alarm clock, change of clothes and flashlight.
>> Pack your Mover's Survival Kit: Scissors, utility knife, masking
and/or duct tape, coffee, coffee maker and paper cups, water and soft drinks,
snacks, paper plates and plastic utensils, paper towels, toilet paper, soap,
pen and notepad, local phone books, garbage bags, shelf liner, and aspirin.
Moving Day:
>> Be home to answer any questions your mover may have.
>> Record all utility meter readings.
>> Stay until your movers are finished.
>> Complete information on the bill of lading and carefully read the
document and the inventory sheet before signing it.
>> Keep your copies of the bill of lading and inventory until your possessions
are delivered, the charges are
paid, and any claims are settled.
>> Take one final look around to see if you forgot anything.
>> Give movers the directions to your new home and an emergency number
(like a cell phone number) where they can reach you.
At Your New Home:
>> Try to have someone at your new home to welcome the movers and
be on hand to answer any questions.
>> Unpack first night items and Mover's Survival Kit.
>> Account for your items with your inventory sheet.
>> Check for damaged or missing items.
>> Pay for movers.
>> Place moving and other important documents in a safe place.
>> Go to the post office and collect held mail.
>> Take a deep sigh of relief, You are home at last!!
