8 Weeks Before Moving
Take measurements - Measure furniture and doorways at new home to ensure everything fits (Required)
Create moving binder - Organize all moving documents, receipts, and checklists in one place (Required)
Create moving budget - Estimate all moving costs including movers, supplies, and deposits (Required)
Start decluttering - Sort through belongings and decide what to keep, donate, or sell (Required)
Research moving companies - Get quotes from at least 3 moving companies (Required)
1 Week Before Moving
Pack essentials box - Pack box with items needed for first night in new home (Required)
Return borrowed items - Return anything borrowed from neighbors or friends (Required)
Take meter readings - Record final utility meter readings (Required)
Dispose of hazardous materials - Properly dispose of paint, chemicals, and flammables (Required)
Clean out refrigerator - Use up or donate perishable food items (Required)
4 Weeks Before Moving
Change address with USPS - Set up mail forwarding to new address (Required)
Transfer medical records - Arrange transfer of medical and dental records
Gas - Contact gas company (Required)
Internet/Cable - Contact service provider (Required)
Electric - Contact electric company (Required)
Update address with services - Notify bank, insurance, subscriptions, and employer of address change (Required)
Update vehicle registration - Change address on driver's license and vehicle registration (Required)
Water - Contact water utility (Required)
Transfer utilities - Schedule disconnect at old home and connect at new home (Required)
2 Weeks Before Moving
Defrost freezer - If moving refrigerator, begin defrosting process
Confirm moving company - Verify date, time, and details with movers (Required)
Pack most remaining items - Pack everything except essentials for last week (Required)
Arrange pet care - Plan for pet transportation or boarding on moving day
Service vehicles - Get car serviced if driving long distance
6 Weeks Before Moving
Order packing supplies - Get boxes, tape, bubble wrap, and markers (Required)
Notify landlord - Give notice to current landlord if renting (Required)
Book moving company or rent truck - Reserve your moving service or rental truck (Required)
Research schools - If you have children, research and register for new schools
Start packing non-essentials - Pack seasonal items, books, and decorations (Required)
Moving Day
Take photos - Document condition of old home before leaving (Required)
Be present for movers - Stay available to answer questions and provide direction (Required)
Check inventory - Verify all items arrived at new home (Required)
Do final walkthrough - Check all rooms, closets, and storage areas (Required)
Leave keys - Return keys to landlord or leave for new owners (Required)
After Moving
Register to vote - Update voter registration with new address (Required)
Locate emergency services - Find nearest hospital, police, and fire stations (Required)
Check for damage - Inspect items for moving damage and file claims if needed (Required)
Meet neighbors - Introduce yourself to neighbors
Unpack essentials - Set up bedrooms, bathroom, and kitchen first (Required)
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