Moving Checklist
The Month Before
Fill out change address forms
☐Post Office
☐School
☐Bank and credit cards
☐Insurance
☐Hydro
☐Union Gas
☐Drivers and other Licences
☐Any Subscriptions
☐Phone, cable, and internet provider
☐Doctor, dentist, and lawyer
Start packing things that you won't be needing this month. Garage, basement, or storage areas are usually a good place to start
1-3 Days Before
Pack everything thats left
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Use paper plates and cups for a day or two before the move
Defrost The freezer
Prepare meals for moving day
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Sandwiches are always great as they are easy to grab
Prepare for payment of move
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make sure your credit limit is high enough, withdrawal cash, or make sure you have sufficient funds to cover the cost of the move
1-2 Weeks Before
Finish up most of the packing
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Remember to label boxes
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Securely tape closed all boxes
Pack yourself a bag of essentials for a few days
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Include a change of clothes, towels, toiletries, credit cards, cheques, medications, and bandaids
Make arrangements or dispose of flammable or hazardous materials
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Items such as gasoline, propane tanks and paint cans
Confirm your move with us
Moving Day
We will contact you when we are on our way
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Make sure that the driveway or road in front of the house is clear for the truck
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Have a clear path to the door this includes removing any snow in the way
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Make sure to be home when movers arrive
Do an initial walkthrough
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Point out any special concerns
Make sure the delivery address is ready to go
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Ensure you have the keys to your new home
Confirm with the movers the correct delivery address