Moving calendar

One of the most important things when moving is to manage your time wisely and plan ahead of time. This will help make moving a far smoother process. We suggest that you start packing and labeling boxes as early as possible and be sure to order your moving labor help in advance.

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6 to 8 weeks before your move
Prepare inventory of your house
Plan floor layout in new home for furnishings.
Keep all moving related expenses in a folder for tax purposes
Transfer medical and bank information to new offices and institutions.
Plan garage sale in two weeks to offset moving costs.

4 weeks before your move
Contact Moving Helpers to schedule services.
Reserve a moving truck.
Reserve a storage unit if needed.
Get a change of address form from your local Post Office or fill one out online.
Contact utility companies to stop, start and/or transfer services.
Get moving boxes and supplies for packing.
Return all rented and borrowed items - movies, books, etc.
Sell or donate items – reducing time needed for packing and moving.
Make any minor repairs required.

2 weeks before your move
Confirm truck rental, Moving Help services and storage unit.
Continue packing and labeling boxes.
Return all videos and library books.
Cancel local newspaper and other regular deliveries.

1 week before your move
Do walk inspection of house for any outstanding repairs.
Drain any items with flammable materials.
Pick up any dry cleaning and laundry.
Pack a box with essential items for your first night at your new home.
Clean your home as much as possible before moving helpers arrive.
Gather keys, alarm codes and garage door openers for new owner.
Print out your "Payment Code" to give to your Moving Helper after work is completed.

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