Your Ultimate Moving Checklist
✔ One Month Before the Move
- Make a moving list and start organizing.
- Sell or donate items you no longer need.
- Start collecting moving supplies: boxes, bubble wrap, packing tape.
- Research and get quotes from moving companies. Read reviews!
- Walk through every room to decide what stays and what goes.
✔ Two Weeks Before the Move
- Start packing less-used items like books or seasonal decor.
- Label every box with contents and room location.
- Submit a change-of-address form to USPS and update services.
- Notify utility companies of your move (gas, electricity, internet, etc.).
- Clean outdoor gear (hoses, propane tanks) and indoor appliances.
✔ One Week Before the Move
- Finish packing essentials and fragile items.
- Defrost fridge and unplug major appliances.
- Turn off utility services at old home and schedule activation at the new place.
- Do a final clean-up of your current home.
✔ Moving Day
- Guide movers—tell them what to load first/last.
- Double-check every room, closet, and drawer before leaving.
- Greet your movers at the new home and direct furniture placement.
- Tip your movers if you’re happy with their work!
- Leave a review, recycle your boxes, and enjoy your new space!
