Moving checklist

When moving house , a week by week moving checklist is a MUST!!

3 to 6 months prior to move day

Start with large items, not small ones to give a sense of progress.
Also Sort and pack the basement and garage before other places to dispose of less used items.
However be sure too label all your boxes (name + room)
Or Donate or sell items that are no longer useful.
Be sure to Gather all important documents in one secure place.

1 to 3 months before move day

SET UP UTILITIES

• Water
• Electricity/gas
• TV
• Internet
• Streaming service

Book a moving method

Book a moving truck
or
Book a moving company (CLICK HERE FOR A FREE QUOTE)
or
Book a moving container

Moving day’s checklist!

PREPARE A BAG WITH ALL THE BASIC NECESSITIES

• Water bottles
• Snacks
• meals
• First Aid Kit
• Valuable items

First week moved in

• Clean on your own or before unpacking
• Hire a cleaning company (CLICK HERE FOR A FREE QUOTE)
• find important areas in your home
• look for and shut off valves
• Locate electricity panel (circuit breaker)
• Locate potential dangerous areas

• Buy a toolbox
• Locate any minor repairs
• Locate any major repairs
• Also Determine also find back up key solution and Leave a backup key with a trusted family member and friend or neighbor therefore in case you get locked out.

• Change your locks and keys
• Install a home security system
• Fire extinguisher
• Smoke detectors
• Carbon monoxide detectors
• Flashlights and batteries
• First Aid Kit

• Meet your new neighbors
• Drive around and take walks
• Know the route to your nearest stores and hospital

lastly make sure to thank everyone that has helped you along your moving ventures. However if you would like a free no obligation quotation please feel free to visit our website and fill out an online quote.

A & R Removals and General Freight hope’s this moving checklist will ensure have an easy and stress free move.