| 1 Month (30 Days) Before Your Move |
 Call a
moving company early for an estimate. Remember, local & long distance moves
have peak periods, so book early for discounts & better service.
- Call and
inform your insurance agent.
- Notify
Post Office of new address.
- Mail
change-of-address cards.
- Obtain
medical, dental records.
- Notify
schools.
- List any
questions about your move.
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| 2 Weeks Before Your Move |
- Arrange
to disconnect utilities.
- Arrange
to connect at new home.
- Collect
dry cleaning and items sent out for repair.
- Return
things borrowed; collect those loaned.
- Use a
cart as a mobile packing table.
- Hold a
garage sale to dispose of items.
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| 1 Week Before Your Move |
- Set
items aside to pack in your car.
- Take
down the curtains/rods, shelves.
- Arrange
for sitter on moving day.
- Check
with the phone company to see if you are entitled to a credit.
- Make up
"Do Not Move" cartons for articles to be taken in you car
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| 1 Day Before Your Move |
- Empty
refrigerator and freezer.
- Clean
and air your range.
- Finish
packing personal items.
- Get a
good night's sleep.
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| Moving Day |
- Be sure
that someone is there to answer the movers' questions.
- Inspect
all appliances to be sure that they have been serviced.
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Sign/Save copies of bills of lading, verify delivery address with mover, advise
where you can be reached.
- Strip
beds, but leave fitted bottom sheets on mattresses.
- Keep
your vacuum ready.
- Make a
final inspection of the house before leaving. Check all rooms and closets. Turn
off lights. Lock up tight.
- Provide
the driver of the moving van with accurate directions to your new home.
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Relax!
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