The more you are able to get done before move day, the more you can actually be excited about the possibilities the big day represents. Follow this list and see how smooth a Purely Canadian Movers move is for you and your family.
3-4 Weeks Prior To Move
Make a list of everything you are moving
Donate any unwanted clothing or furniture
Book the elevator and arrange parking for the moving truck
Contact insurance company to transfer any policies you have (life, homeowners)
Make a list of friends, businesses and personal accounts who need to be notified of your move
Get change of address kit from post-office
Review any tax deductions on moving expenses
Arrange cut-off and/or activation dates for utilities:
Cable
Gas/Electricity/Water
Garbage
Telephone
2 Weeks Prior To Move
Purchase ALL of your moving supplies – call us and we can help determine what you’ll need and deliver it all to you.
Have your rugs and draperies cleaned and leave wrapped when returned
Obtain written appraisal of antique items to verify value
Make an appointment with a technician to prepare large appliances for shipment (i.e. plumber, electrician)
Arrange to dispose of items that aren’t allowed to be transported
Aerosol Cans & Sprayers
Ammunition
Cleaning Chemicals
Fireworks
Household Liquids
Oil Cans/Paint Cans/Thinner Containers (Solvents)
Propane Tanks
1 Week Prior to Move
Check furniture for dents, tears or scratches
Clean out the refrigerator: defrost and dry the day before the move
Drain equipment: water hoses, propane tanks, gas/ oil lawnmowers, etc
Label items you need to access easily
Make a plan to transport house plants
Make travel arrangements for pets and family
Schedule to have utilities turned on at your new home
Day Of Move (Prepare Essentials Box)
Toilet Paper (unopened)
Snacks/Instant Coffee
Scissors/Pocket Knife
Garbage Bags
Change of Clothes
Dish Soap and Towel
Pet Food and Dish
Flashlight
Portable Tool Kit
Towels
All-Purpose Cleaner (unopened)
Mug/Plate/Cutlery
Shower Curtain
Important Records/Documents
Day Of Move
Designate boxes and items as “last load” items
All loose items are packed in boxes
All electronics are unplugged from a power source. Plasma TVs should be unplugged the day before so they are at room temperature on move day.
All pictures removed from the walls
All boxes are labeled with their destination room in your new home on the top and sides of each box
All heavy and breakable items are removed from dressers and desks
All contents are removed from appliances
All items are removed from the top of furniture
All linens are removed from beds
All rooms, closets, cabinets have been checked
Disassemble bedroom sets to save time
Day Of Move (Before You Leave the House)
Water off
A/C off
Lights off
Windows locked
Transfer house keys
Check for items left behind
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