Moving Checklist
Let us help
you make your move as pain free as possible with our Moving
Checklist!
8 WEEKS BEFORE
MOVING
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Contact a van line or
rental truck company to get estimates.
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If you have unwanted or
unneeded items, plan a garage sale and set a date.
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Arrange to transfer school
records if you have children.
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Start a "move file" for
all receipts, papers, and estimates related to your
move.
6 WEEKS
BEFORE MOVING
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Select a van line or
rental truck company and arrange pick-up and delivery
dates.
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If you are moving to a new
city, ask your attorney, doctor, and other providers for referrals
and necessary records.
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If you have pets, schedule
a check-up and get a copy of veterinary records.
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Set schedules with real
estate agents and/or landlords.
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Schedule a home
inspection for your new home by calling us at (626) 915-7158 or go
to our Inspection Order Page.
4 WEEKS BEFORE
MOVING
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Schedule disconnect dates
with your local utility companies.
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Notify the appropriate
utility companies of connect dates in the new
home.
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Cancel newspaper
subscription and trash pickup effective on your move
date.
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Check with your local post
office for change of address information and
forms.
1 WEEK BEFORE
MOVING
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Clean out refrigerator and
defrost freezer.
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Have your car serviced if you
will be moving/driving a long distance.
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Confirm connect dates for
utilities in your new home.
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Transfer or close your checking
account.
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Be sure to get all items from
your safe deposit box.
MOVING DAY
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Spend the entire day at home with
the movers.
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Carry any valuables or family
heirlooms with you.
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Just before the movers leave,
take a final tour of your home. Make sure nothing has been
left in drawers or closets.
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As you leave, be sure all windows
and doors are locked.
AT
YOUR NEW ADDRESS
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Obtain numbers needed in an
emergency such as the fire department and police.
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Check with the post office to see
if there is any mail that is being held for you.
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Register your cars. Also,
register to vote in your new area.
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Enroll children in school.
Remember to take school and medical records.
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