10MOVE IN Moving into a new home is an exciting time, but it can also be stressful. Whether you are doing it yourself, asking friends for a little help, or hiring professionals, this moving guide will provide you some great insight:
• Hire a moving company and/or rent a truck. Book early
• Prepare detailed directions for your movers, including
– especially if you are moving at the end or beginning
a cell phone number where you can be reached on
of the month.
moving day.
• Be sure to get a written confirmation of pricing and
• Be present when the truck is being loaded and
the date. • De-clutter your present home - it’s the perfect time to
unloaded just in case your movers have questions. • Change your address – post office, banks, cable,
donate items that you no longer use.
Internet and phone, insurance company, utility company, credit card company, doctor and dentists,
• Order boxes and moving supplies. • Time to start packing! To make it easier, begin with items in your home you do not use regularly. Pack
and any subscriptions you may have. • For both the new and old home, make a note of all utility meter readings.
room by room. • Be sure to clearly label the outside of the boxes, you
• Pack a travel bag with the items your family may need on moving day, such as a change of clothing,
can even take photos of content, then label each box
medications, toiletries, etc.
with the photo number and where it needs to go – this makes unpacking so much easier.
• Arrange for cleaners for the new home and old home. Even if the previous owner hires a cleaner – that extra
• Make a list of the items that need extra attention
touch before you arrive makes your new home feel
during moving. Label boxes as fragile if needed.
fresh and ready.
• As you pack, make notes and photograph items of significant value for insurance purposes.
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