Moving Checklist

	Get rid of anything you aren’t bringing with you
	Find out where to dispose of household chemicals like old paint
	Make a list of everything you’re bringing to your new home
	Find out the replacement value of all belongings, for insurance purposes
	Fill out a change of address form from USPS
	Fill out an IRS change of address form
	Get copies of your medical and dental records, if necessary
	Get copies of veterinary records, if necessary
	If you’re moving out of state, find out about auto licensing and insurance
	If you’re moving in-state, find out where and how to change your address on your driver’s license
	Notify your kids’ schools and have their records transferred to their new schools
	Return any cable equipment
	Make hotel and airline reservations if you need them
	8 to 14 Days Before Your Move
	Return library books or any other borrowed items
	Collect all the items you may have loaned out
	Make arrangements to disconnect gas, electric and other utilities
	Make arrangements to connect utilities at your new place
	Arrange to have major appliances prepped for the move
	2 to 7 Days Before Your Move
	Get rid of all flammables
	Figure out what you’re bringing with you in the car or plane
	Arrange for removal of “installed items” you’re bringing with you, like a TV antenna or shelves
	Pack a suitcase with the clothes and toiletries you’ll need the first day in your new home
	Pack a special box with other essentials you’ll need for the first few days. (Make sure to mark this box “Do Not Move”)
	The Day Before Moving Day
	Take down curtains and curtain rods
	Empty, defrost and clean your refrigerator. Make sure it has at least 24 hours to air dry
	Clean and air your stove
	Plan your breakfast. Paper plates service is fine. Eating something on the road is better
	Pack your personal belongings except your alarm clock
	Go to sleep early – you’ll be glad of it tomorrow
	The Day of Move
	Collect all keys to locking items. Put them in a safe place
	Strip the beds but leave them intact. We will dismantle them
	Make sure you’re at home when the movers arrive, so you can sign an inventory
	Walk around with the crew chief while he does the inventory
	Make sure everything’s been readied for the move
	Keep your signed bill of lading and inventory in an easily accessible place
	Make sure the driver has the correct delivery address and phone number
	Confirm the expected delivery time with the driver
	Before you leave, do a final walkthrough of every room. Check all closets and cabinets