Moving tips

4 weeks before moving date

Get rid of anything you aren't bringing with you.
Find out where to dispose of household chemicals like old paint.
Make a list of everything you're bringing to your new home.
Find out the replacement value of all belongings, for insurance purposes.
Fill out a change of address form. Notify friends, family and others of your new address.
Get copies of your medical and dental records, if necessary.
Get copies of veterinary records, if necessary.
If you're moving out of state, find out about auto licensing and insurance.
If you're moving in-state, find out where and how to change your address on your driver's license.
Notify your kids' schools and have their records transferred to their new schools.
Return any cable equipment.
Make hotel and airline reservations if you need them.

Moving tips

2 weeks before you move

Make arrangements to disconnect gas, electric and other utilities.
Make arrangements to connect utilities at your new place.
Arrange to have major appliances prepped for the move.
1 week before you move

Arrange for removal of "installed items" you're bringing with you, like a TV antenna or shelves.
Pack a suitcase with the clothes and toiletries you'll need the first day in your new home.
Pack a special box with other essentials you'll need for the first few days. (Make sure to mark this box "Do Not Move)."

Moving tips

The day before Moving Day

Take down curtains and curtain rods.
Empty, defrost and clean your refrigerator. Make sure it has at least 24 hours to air dry.
Clean and air your stove.
Plan your breakfast. Paper plates service is fine. Eating something on the road is better.
Pack your personal belongings except your alarm clock.
Go to sleep early, you'll be glad of it tomorrow.

D day - Moving Day

Collect all keys to locking items. Put them in a safe place.
Strip the beds but leave them intact. We will dismantle them.
Make sure you're at home when the movers arrive, so you can sign an inventory.
Walk around with the crew chief while he does the inventory.
Make sure everything is ready for the move.
Keep your signed bill of lading and inventory in an easily accessible place.
Make sure the driver has the correct delivery address and phone number.
Confirm the expected delivery time with the driver.
Before you leave, do a final walkthrough of every room. Check all closets and cabinets.