PLAN AHEAD FOR MOVING DAY
A Simple Checklist for a Smoother Move
There is a lot to keep track of when preparing for a move. Utilities, address changes, packing, paperwork, furniture, and dozens of smaller details can quickly pile up if you wait until the last minute.
With more than 30 years of moving experience in Greenville and Upstate South Carolina, Glaser & Sons knows that a little preparation can make moving day significantly easier. Use the checklist below to organize your move, and if you need help with residential moving or professional packing, our team is ready to help.
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Before Moving Week
Helpful Moving Tips
| Done | Moving Task |
|---|---|
| Contact utility companies to find out how much notice they require to transfer or establish service. | |
| Plan to take moving day off from work if possible. | |
| Arrange for someone to watch small children during the move. | |
| Give older children simple moving-day responsibilities so they can be involved. | |
| Clean and organize as you pack. | |
| Donate, sell, or dispose of belongings you no longer need. | |
| Plan where furniture will go in your new home using a floor plan or simple sketch. | |
| Begin using perishable foods as your move date approaches. | |
| Keep some cash available for tips, lunch, errands, or unexpected expenses. | |
| Keep important documents together in a clearly marked, easy-to-find folder. | |
| Make separate transportation plans for pets, plants, valuable documents, and other items you want to personally transport. |
During the Month of Your Move
Transfer Utilities & Update Your Address
| Utilities & Services | |
|---|---|
| Phone | |
| Internet | |
| Cable | |
| Water | |
| Garbage | |
| Gas | |
| Electric | |
| Newspaper Delivery | |
| Housecleaning | |
| Lawn Service | |
| Pool Service | |
| Water Delivery | |
| Change Your Address | |
|---|---|
| Banks | |
| Credit Cards | |
| IRS | |
| Lenders | |
| Insurance Providers | |
| Pension or Retirement Plans | |
| Attorney | |
| Accountant | |
| Physicians | |
| Newspapers & Magazines | |
| Licensing Agencies | |
| Membership Organizations | |
| Notify Important Contacts | |
|---|---|
| Employers | |
| Family & Friends | |
| Attorney | |
| Accountant | |
| Other Important Contacts | |
The Week of Your Move
Get Your Home Ready
| Done | Moving Task |
|---|---|
| Check furniture for existing damage and take photos when helpful. | |
| Disassemble furniture that needs to be taken apart. | |
| Confirm paperwork for your old and new residence is complete. | |
| Safely dispose of or make separate plans for flammable materials such as gasoline, paint, and propane. | |
| Remove the propane tank from your grill and secure outdoor items. | |
| Continue using or disposing of perishable food. | |
| Confirm your moving date, destination address, and other important details. | |
| Create a simple schedule or plan for moving day. | |
| Defrost your freezer and clean your refrigerator. | |
| Complete any agreed-upon home repairs. | |
| Return borrowed, checked-out, or rented items. | |
| Collect anything you have loaned to others. | |
| Separate valuables and personal items that will travel with you and clearly label them DO NOT MOVE. | |
| Complete your change of address with the U.S. Postal Service. |
Moving Day
Before Leaving Your Old Home
| Done | Moving Task |
|---|---|
| Remove bedding and pack any remaining linens. | |
| Walk your movers through the home and point out anything requiring special attention. | |
| Clearly identify items that should not be loaded onto the moving truck. | |
| Before leaving, walk through every room and check closets, cabinets, drawers, garages, and behind doors. | |
| Confirm your movers have the correct destination address and directions if needed. | |
| Lock windows and doors and turn off lights before leaving. |
At Your New Home
Getting Settled After Your Move
| Done | Moving Task |
|---|---|
| Make sure essential utilities are working, especially electricity, water, heating, and cooling. | |
| Inspect the home and photograph any existing damage if necessary. | |
| Clean high-priority areas before furniture is placed. | |
| Direct movers where furniture and boxes should go. | |
| Begin unpacking essential rooms such as the kitchen, bathrooms, and bedrooms. | |
| Confirm mail is arriving at your new address. | |
| Double-check that services at your previous home have been stopped. | |
| Update your home inventory and renter's or homeowner's insurance information once you are settled. |