TWO MONTHS PRIOR TO MOVING DAY:

• If you’re using a mover, get a few estimate from moving companies.
• Create a floor plan of our new home for furniture and appliance placement.
• Start and file all the paperwork required for the move.
• If needed, arrange to transfer school records.

FOUR WEEKS PRIOR TO MOVING DAY:

• Schedule the disconnection of your services (cable/internet, gas, and electric).
• Start to pack.
• Arrange for cleaning and repair of furniture, drapes, and carpeting.

TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO MOVING DAY:

• Properly dispose of items that cannot be moved.
• Prepare auto registration for transfer (if long distance moving).
• Make child-care arrangement for moving day.
• If needed hold a garage sale to shed those extra boxes of possessions.

THE DAY BEFORE:

• Disconnect and prepare major appliances for move.
• Set aside anything that will go in your cars.
• Confirm arrival time of your moving van/truck.

MOVING DAY HAS ARRIVED!

• If using a mover, be sure someone is at the old house to answer questions.
• Note all utility meter readings.
• Read your bill and inventory carefully before signing.  Keep this paperwork in a safe place.