Moving House Checklist
Moving house is said to be one of the most stressful events in a persons life.
With so much to do, the best way to tackle a house move (and as with many things in life) is to have a plan in place. Our team have put together a handy timeline, to help you with your planning.
It may also remind you of some of the essentials tasks you need to accomplish before moving day!
6 Weeks Before Moving Day
- Prepare inventory list for all your items to be packed
- Create a list of who will need to be notified of your new address
- Pack up any “non-everyday” items
- Start using up freezer food
- Declutter with a garage sale
3 Weeks Before Moving Day
- Notify important bodies of your new address ie banks
- Redirect post with Australian Post
- Cancel any local subscriptions ie library
- Advise utility companies of your disconnection date & reconnection date at new address
- Book cleaners if a vacate clean is needed
- Book in child and/or pet sitters for moving day if required
2 Weeks Before Moving Day – Secure Your Moving Essentials
- Book moving truck/van and boxes
- Book the essential accessories to make moving easier: trolleys (fridge, piano), blankets, straps, ramps
1 Week Before Moving Day
- Confirm details with your moving truck provider
- Purchase packing boxes and equipment – start packing room by room
- Create a Handyman Box (odd items) & Priority Box (keys, chargers etc)
- Prepare your electronics – Back up computers
- Clear out shed/garage. Drain fluids from items like lawnmower
- Start packing – Pack away any items you can do without between now and your first night
1 Day Before Moving Day
- Defrost freezer, clean out the fridge and unplug
- Drain water from the washing machine
- Finish packing
- Give each family member a Personal Box to fill with items they need on their first night
- Priority Box should be placed in the kitchen
Moving Day!
- Collect your moving van/truck
- Remember to leave any keys/garage door keys behind
- Leave a forwarding address for the new occupants
Feel free to contact our team to book your removal and/or your moving accessories.