New Mover Timeline
8 Weeks before the move create a “Move File” to keep track of all your estimates, receipts and other important information. Contact the Chamber of Commerce to request a new resident packet. Begin researching your new hometown online with local online newspapers and community guides. Create a floor plan of your new home for furniture and appliance placement. Prepare designs for your new home by contacting carpenters, painters, plumbers, roofers and other tradesmen so your new home is ready when you move in. Make an inventory of your household goods and begin to remove clutter (start with the attic, basement, garage and other storage areas). Prepare to have a moving sale for week 3. Check with the IRS or your accountant for possible tax deductions including moving expenses.
6 weeks before the move subscribe to a paper in your new hometown. Open a bank account if your current bank does not have branches in your new community. Ask your doctor and health care providers for referrals and obtain all medical records. Have antiques, pieces of art, musical instruments and other belongings appraised. Begin using frozen foods and cleaning supplies that cannot be moved. Make a list of friends, relatives and businesses to notify of your move.
4 weeks before the move check with your insurance company to confirm your possessions are covered during transit. Consider the amount ofinsurance you may wish to purchase. Schedule connection of utility services at your new home, including electricity, water, sewage, cable, internet,telephone and trash disposal service. Schedule the disconnection of utility services at your old home. Don’t forget to disconnect the day after you moveand connect the day before you arrive at your new home. If you have any “final month” deposits with services such as the electric company, don’t forget to request your refund.
3 weeks before the move hold your moving sale, and donate leftover items to charities. Properly dispose of items that cannot be moved or thrown out such as chemicals, pesticides, flammable liquids andbatteries.Cancel newspaper delivery. Change the address of your current magazine subscriptions.
1 week before the move send change-of-address cards to everyone who will need to contact you. Assemble a backpack with your checkbook, credit cards, phone records, identification, flashlight, keys, mobile phone, charger, small camera, toiletries, paper plates and cups, towels, travel alarm clock, bottled water, first aid kit and games for the kids. Pack a suitcase with clothing and other personal items. Pack a portable TV/stereo as you may not get around to unpacking and connecting that big screen tv for a few days. Make child care arrangements for moving day.
The day before the move confirm your move date and address at your new home. Make sure your keys are in your possession. Transfer your bank account if necessary. Have an adequate amount of cash for any travel expenses you cannot pay for with a credit card.Empty and close your safe deposit box. Drain power equipment of oil and gas. Confirm any travel reservations. Empty, defrost and clean your refrigerator and freezer at least 24 hours before moving day. Use the empty space tostore household items.Vacuum and make arrangements for disposing of any remaining trash. Disconnect and prepare major appliances. Separate anything that will travel in your car. If pets are traveling with you, make sure you have an adequate supply of food, medications, leashes, travel cage and waterdish packed in the car.
Moving day; take note of your utility readings. Leave a note with your contact information in the house so that the new residents can forward any items left behind and forward any stray mail. Keep a friend or family member informed of your moving schedule and contact information in case of an emergency orunforeseen event.
Delivery day; ensure your utilities have been connected. Check your possessions carefully as soon as possible and note any damaged items.
About the Author
Written by Brad Staba, a marketing consultant for a California long distance mover.
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