There is so much to remember when you’re moving. A moving checklist is a great tool to keep you on track with your many responsibilities during this very important time. Our moving checklist is complete with a 12-week schedule to help you stay one step ahead of your priorities.
12 weeks before you move, you should…
√ Chose your mover and sign the acceptance note
√ Sort through the basement, loft and garage
√ Resolve what to do with prohibited items
√ Make proper provision for pets
√ Decide whether or not you are taking your car
10 weeks before your move, you should…
√ Dispose of the things you don’t want to take
8 weeks before you move, you should…
√ Start preparing a mailing list of people who need your change of address including banks, credit card companies, magazine subscriptions etc…
√ Hire purchasing and rental companies
√ Round up passports, birth/marriage certificates and other family documentation
√ Apply for any necessary visas
√ Check that electrical appliances will work in your new home
6 weeks before you move, you should…
√ Separate your children’s favorite toys
√ Make sure your pet’s vaccinations are up to date
√ Arrange for mail to be forwarded
√ Decide whether or not to buy any new household goods
4 weeks before you move, you should…
√ Decide which clothes are traveling with you
√ Start to dismantle climbing frames/garden furniture
√ Agree on an insurance value and terms with your mover
√ Make arrangements to start utility services at your new home
√ Return library books
1 week before your move, you should…
√ Defrost the refrigerator and freezer
√ Plan simple meals for moving day to avoid using appliances
√ Separate luggage items you need for personal travel
√ Clean garden tools, bicycles, and any other gardening equipment
√ Empty the tanks of powered tools such as lawn mowers.
√ Ensure that you have enough medication for at least two weeks, and make certain you have copies of any necessary prescriptions you will need.
√ Collect traveler’s checks or local currency.
√ Arrange for someone to look after the children on moving day.
