* Get rid of anything you are not bringing with you * Find out where to dispose of house old chemicals like old paint * Make a list of everything you are bringing to your new home * Find out the replacement value of all belongings for insurance purposes * Fill out a change of address form, and notify friends, family and other of your new address * Fill out an IRS change of address form * Get copies of your medical and dental records * Get copies of veterinary records if necessary * If your are moving out of state, find out about auto licensing and the insurance * If you’re moving in State, find out where and how to change your address on your drivers license * Notify your kids school and have their records transfer to their new schools * Return any cable equipment * Make hotel and airline reservations if you need them
14 to 8 days before you move
* Returned library books or any borrowed items * Collected all the item we may have loaned out * Make arrangements to disconnect gas, electric and other utilities * Arrange to have major appliances prepare for the move
7 to 2 days before you move
* Get rid of all flammables * Figure out what you are bringing with you, like TV antenna or shelves * Pack a suitcase with the cloths and toiletries you’ll need the first few days in your new home * Pack special box with other essentials you’ll need for the first few days (make sure that you mark this box “do Not move”)
The day before moving day
* Take down curtains, curtain rods * Empty defrost and clean your refrigerator, make sure it has at least 24 hours of 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 the next day
Moving Day
* Collect all keys to locking items, put them in a safe place * Strip the beds, but leave them intact, we”ll dismantle them * Make sure you’re at home when the movers arrive, so you can sign a “bill of lading” * Make sure everything has been readied for the move * Keep your sign of “bill of lading” in easily accessible place * Make sure the drive has the correct deliver address and phone number * Confirm the expected delivery time with the driver * Before you leave, do a final walk through of every room, check all closets and cabinets
