Before Moving Checklist
4 Week Countdown Checklist
You have chosen the checklist to use 4 weeks before you move. We have listed all the things we feel you will proberbly need to do before you move house. There is also a small list of items that you should keep seperate from the main contents of your move. Well you will want a cup of tea or champagne when you get to your new house!
You can either fill them in online or print them out and complete manually.
Home Mover Checklist - Who to Inform of your move
| 4 Weeks To Go | Notes | Actioned |
|---|---|---|
| Get quotes from removal companies or van hire companies | ||
| Arrange meter readings and disconnections at your home and look at getting them connected at your new home | ||
| Notify your phone provider and make them aware of when you want your phone switched off, also confirm connection and taking over of number to new house | ||
| If you are renting, confirm written notice to your landlord | ||
| Start collecting or buying boxes and packaging material and make sure you are covered by your insurance for the move | ||
| Arrange for the post to be redirected | ||
| One Week To Go | Notes | Actioned |
| Confirm date and time for removal company | ||
| Settle paper and any milk bills | ||
| Defrost fridge and freezer | ||
| Send change of address cards | ||
| Start packing | ||
| One Day To Go | Notes | Actioned |
| Finish packing everything exept for essentials | ||
| Make sure you have cash, cheques, credit cards handy | ||
| Put all valuable items in a safe place | ||
| Essentials - Keep Handy | Notes | Actioned |
| Kettle | ||
| Mugs | ||
| Milk | ||
| Tea / Coffee | ||
| Washing Up Bowl | ||
| Soap | ||
| Rubber Gloves | ||
| Loo Paper | ||
| Dustpan and Brush | ||
| Cloths | ||
| Bin Liners | ||
| Bulbs | ||
| Tools | ||
| Cash | ||
| Local Takeaways | ||
| Celebration Drink | ||
| On the Day | Notes | Actioned |
| Pack the Van | ||
| Roll Up Carpets | ||
| Check you haven't left anything | ||
| Lock up | ||
| Move in to new home |
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