Essential Moving Checklist

Moving Checklist

Relocation Pros is committed to making your relocation experience as smooth and organized as possible. Use our comprehensive moving checklist to guide you through the process, ensuring every detail is covered.

8 Weeks Before Your Move

• Research and Choose Your Mover: Start your moving journey by researching reputable moving companies. Relocation Pros offers extensive services that make us the ideal partner for a seamless relocation. Verify our credentials, read client testimonials, and explore the services we offer to ensure we're the right fit for your needs.
• Review Your Insurance: Evaluate your current insurance coverage to ensure your belongings are fully protected during the move. Consider additional coverage if necessary to safeguard your valuables.
• Get to Know Your New Area: If you're moving to a new location, take some time to research local schools, healthcare providers, and banking institutions. Collect the necessary documents to set up new accounts smoothly.

7 Weeks Before Your Move

• Request Estimates: Schedule assessments with Relocation Pros to receive detailed and accurate moving estimates tailored to your specific needs.
• Update Your Address: Begin compiling a list of all businesses, online services, and subscriptions that will need your updated address information.

6 Weeks Before Your Move

• Start Packing: If you’re handling the packing yourself, start with items you use less frequently. This is a great time to declutter your wardrobe and household items. Relocation Pros offers professional packing services if you prefer to leave it to the experts.
• Arrange Donations: Contact a local charity to arrange for a pickup of items you'd like to donate.
• Sell Unwanted Items: Use online platforms such as eBay or Craigslist to sell valuable items you no longer need.
• Transfer School Records: For families with children, ensure school records are transferred to their new schools.

5 Weeks Before Your Move

• Minimize Food Shopping: Begin using up food in your pantry, refrigerator, and freezer to avoid waste before your move.
• Notify Friends and Family: Send out your new contact details to friends and family, or consider creating a moving announcement to share your new information.
• Gather Moving Supplies: Start collecting boxes, packing materials, and other essentials. Relocation Pros can provide specialized packing materials such as dish boxes, wardrobe boxes, and mattress bags.
• Create a Labeling System: Develop a system for labeling boxes, such as numbering them and color-coding by room. This will make unpacking at your new home much easier.

4 Weeks Before Your Move

• Submit Change of Address: Fill out an official change-of-address form with the U.S. Postal Service.
• Update Your Accounts: Notify all relevant businesses and services of your new address.
• Plan Time Off and Childcare: Schedule vacation time from work for your move and arrange for childcare if needed.
• Confirm Moving Details: Review all paperwork with Relocation Pros, ensuring everything is in order, including insurance coverage for your valuables.

3 Weeks Before Your Move

• Cancel Subscriptions: Cancel any home delivery services like newspapers or magazines and set up new subscriptions at your new address.
• Secure Valuables: Gather important documents, jewelry, and family heirlooms. Plan to keep these items with you or ship them via a secure, trackable service.
• Document High-Value Items: Inventory your high-value items, taking photos or videos, and note any existing damage to furniture or other belongings.

2 Weeks Before Your Move

• Continue Packing: Stay on track with packing. Don't leave everything until the last minute.
• Final Preparations: Ensure all address changes are completed, moving insurance is confirmed, and everything is set for your move.
• Prepare for New Owners: If you're leaving behind any warranties, manuals, or vendor contacts, gather these items for the new homeowners along with your forwarding address.
• Appliance Preparation: If you’re moving major appliances, ensure they are cleaned, unplugged, and ready for transport. You may need to hire a professional to disconnect certain appliances.
• Cash for Moving Day: Have some cash on hand for tipping movers or any last-minute expenses.

1 Week Before Your Move

• Schedule Utility Shutoff: Arrange for your utilities to be turned off one day after your move-out date.
• Dispose of Hazardous Items: Properly dispose of flammable and hazardous materials such as paint, chemicals, and aerosol cans.
• Final Donation Pickup: Schedule one last donation pickup for any additional items you no longer need.
• Backup Computers: Ensure all important files are backed up and plan how you will manage email and bills while your computer is in transit.
• Pack a Personal Suitcase: Each family member should pack a suitcase with essentials, as if they were going on a two-week vacation. Include toiletries and comfortable clothes for unpacking.
• Final Check-In with Movers: Confirm all details with Relocation Pros, including arrival times, contact numbers, and any last-minute instructions.
• Cleaning Arrangements: Hire a cleaning service or plan to return to your old home to clean up after the movers have left.
• Celebrate Your Move: Take a moment to celebrate your time in your current home and get excited about the new chapter ahead!

For more information about our relocation services, or to schedule a move, contact Relocation Pros at (949) 409-6622 or email us at info@relocationpros.com.