Useful MOVING Resources - Moving Home Checklist - Things to Do
The Complete Moving Home Checklist
Moving home checklist
When moving home there are a variety of things you can do to help yourself and to help us to move you more efficiently and effectively. Create a moving home checklist of things you need to do in the weeks and days leading up to your moving date and additionally a checklist for things you need to do and bring on the day of your move. By planning in advance you can save yourself a lot of time and money. And this will help remove some of the stress associated with moving home.
Preparing to move home
Preparing to move can be a good time to start decluttering and getting rid of items that you do not need, use or want anymore. Or it could be that you want to purchase new items for your new home. Think about having a garage sale.
So in short don't waste money moving items that you will be not using or eventually throwing away. Oh and be sure to run down items in your food cupboards, fridge and freezers.
Think about storage of large and unnecessary items
It can also be a good idea to move some of your items or furniture into storage, especially if you will be carrying out building work, a refurbishment and will be redecorating your new home, or having new flooring or carpets fitted. This will be made much easier with less items to work around and with less furniture that needs to be covered for protection against dust, damage or paint.
Notify important people you are moving
There are many people you will need to notify that you are moving, such as postman, redirecting your mail, utilities companies, (take meter readings), doctor/GP, dentist, optician, milkman, newspapers. And don't forget to notify the bank of any changes to direct debits and standing orders. Furthermore make a list of friends, family and colleagues who should know about the move. Send out change of address or moving home cards.
Final moving preparation checklist
Please see some of the common things we will not move, if you are unsure about anything else please ask.
Things to consider for your move
Food and drink - Remember that when a freezer or fridge is moved it needs to be stood upright in it's final position for about 24 hours.
It is a good idea to put together a box of items that you will need right away including some refreshments. Things like a kettle, cups, teaspoons, tea, coffee, sugar, milk and a pack of biscuits will be very welcome. Even a couple of glasses for that all important bottle of champagne to celebrate your first day in your new home.
Other essential items - There are a variety of other items you may need straight away, so to avoid having to search through dozens of boxes put together a box to cover all eventualities. Things like, Torch, Chargers, Pen and Paper, Scissors, Knife, First Aid Kit, Hand Soap and Towel and a spare change of clothes and toiletries. Including Loo Roll!
Computers and electrical items- Back up computers and save passwords, nothing like a move can scramble you brain and make you forget even the simplest of passwords. Take a photo of all electrical connections on your computer, stereo or on the back of your TV. This way you will be able to reconnect everything correctly.
Packaging and labelling - Label all boxes, containers and items with which room they will be moved too, and a brief description of what's inside. Apply the labels to the top and side of all the boxes so you know what they are when they're stacked. You may also want to colour code each box as another visual aid.
Small items and things that can easily be lost - Put screws and bolts from bits of furniture into zip lock bags or sandwich bags, label with a sharpie pen and stick it to the relevant bit of furniture with tape.
Protect flooring - If you have just had new carpet or flooring put down in your new home be sure to flatten some cardboard boxes or use tarpaulin and lay it down to protect all your floors. Especially crucial if it is raining on the day of your move and mud maybe an issue too.
Furniture first - Move the furniture into the house first, this will prevent you from moving boxes around them to make room. or even tripping over them when you are carrying the big items.
Lights - Make sure there are lightbulbs and or the power is on - you don't want to have to go to the shops mid move or even worse you may be arriving when it's already dark and the shops are closed.
House keys - Make sure you have the keys to your new property/home. And also think about hiring a locksmith to come round and change all your locks to be on the safe side.
Print out a copy of the Moving Home Checklist
When moving home there are a variety of things you can do to help yourself and to help us to move you more efficiently and effectively. Create a moving home checklist of things you need to do in the weeks and days leading up to your moving date and additionally a checklist for things you need to do and bring on the day of your move. By planning in advance you can save yourself a lot of time and money. And this will help remove some of the stress associated with moving home.
Preparing to move home
Preparing to move can be a good time to start decluttering and getting rid of items that you do not need, use or want anymore. Or it could be that you want to purchase new items for your new home. Think about having a garage sale.
So in short don't waste money moving items that you will be not using or eventually throwing away. Oh and be sure to run down items in your food cupboards, fridge and freezers.
Think about storage of large and unnecessary items
It can also be a good idea to move some of your items or furniture into storage, especially if you will be carrying out building work, a refurbishment and will be redecorating your new home, or having new flooring or carpets fitted. This will be made much easier with less items to work around and with less furniture that needs to be covered for protection against dust, damage or paint.
Notify important people you are moving
There are many people you will need to notify that you are moving, such as postman, redirecting your mail, utilities companies, (take meter readings), doctor/GP, dentist, optician, milkman, newspapers. And don't forget to notify the bank of any changes to direct debits and standing orders. Furthermore make a list of friends, family and colleagues who should know about the move. Send out change of address or moving home cards.
Final moving preparation checklist
- Defrost Fridges and Freezers. Loop up and secure trailing cables to ensure they don't become a trip hazard when moving,
- Keep personal possessions to hand i.e. passports, jewellery, important documents,
- Clean your house or arrange for a professional cleaning company to come in and do it for you,
- Get and give the movers the directions of your new home,
- Parking and access. Check their will be room outside both properties for your removal van or lorry and acquire any special parking permits if required,
- Make a list of important contact details i.e. Solicitors, Estate Agent, Mortgage Broker.
- Ensure your contents insurance covers you from the day you move in.
Please see some of the common things we will not move, if you are unsure about anything else please ask.
Things to consider for your move
Food and drink - Remember that when a freezer or fridge is moved it needs to be stood upright in it's final position for about 24 hours.
It is a good idea to put together a box of items that you will need right away including some refreshments. Things like a kettle, cups, teaspoons, tea, coffee, sugar, milk and a pack of biscuits will be very welcome. Even a couple of glasses for that all important bottle of champagne to celebrate your first day in your new home.
Other essential items - There are a variety of other items you may need straight away, so to avoid having to search through dozens of boxes put together a box to cover all eventualities. Things like, Torch, Chargers, Pen and Paper, Scissors, Knife, First Aid Kit, Hand Soap and Towel and a spare change of clothes and toiletries. Including Loo Roll!
Computers and electrical items- Back up computers and save passwords, nothing like a move can scramble you brain and make you forget even the simplest of passwords. Take a photo of all electrical connections on your computer, stereo or on the back of your TV. This way you will be able to reconnect everything correctly.
Packaging and labelling - Label all boxes, containers and items with which room they will be moved too, and a brief description of what's inside. Apply the labels to the top and side of all the boxes so you know what they are when they're stacked. You may also want to colour code each box as another visual aid.
Small items and things that can easily be lost - Put screws and bolts from bits of furniture into zip lock bags or sandwich bags, label with a sharpie pen and stick it to the relevant bit of furniture with tape.
Protect flooring - If you have just had new carpet or flooring put down in your new home be sure to flatten some cardboard boxes or use tarpaulin and lay it down to protect all your floors. Especially crucial if it is raining on the day of your move and mud maybe an issue too.
Furniture first - Move the furniture into the house first, this will prevent you from moving boxes around them to make room. or even tripping over them when you are carrying the big items.
Lights - Make sure there are lightbulbs and or the power is on - you don't want to have to go to the shops mid move or even worse you may be arriving when it's already dark and the shops are closed.
House keys - Make sure you have the keys to your new property/home. And also think about hiring a locksmith to come round and change all your locks to be on the safe side.
Print out a copy of the Moving Home Checklist
Floor Plans AND ROOM LAYOUT DIAGRAMS
It is a good idea to provide your movers with a floor plan or diagram, of your existing house and your new home that you are moving too. Most floor plans are labelled with the room use. This will help you and the movers by labelling your boxes with the appropriate room. We can then ensure we place all your items, boxes and furniture exactly
where you want and need it, minimising any additional moving and heavy lifting.
Don't worry if you don't have a suitable floor plan, you or we can help you sketch one out.
Labelling of your items, boxes and furniture
Here we have provided you with a PDF document that you can print out and use to label all of your boxes and items.
If there are multiple rooms of the same usage please add a room number. i.e. Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2 etc and circle the label with Fragile and or Heavy if this is appropriate. This will help avoid any damage and or lifting issues. You can also add box numbers i.e Bedroom 1, 1 of 3 Kitchen 1 of 5. etc It is a good idea to create an inventory of all your boxes and or valuable items. You can even use a color coding system with highlighter pens.
Print out your PDF labels here Box labels
Apply the labels to the top and side of boxes so these can easily be seen when also stacked.
If there are multiple rooms of the same usage please add a room number. i.e. Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2 etc and circle the label with Fragile and or Heavy if this is appropriate. This will help avoid any damage and or lifting issues. You can also add box numbers i.e Bedroom 1, 1 of 3 Kitchen 1 of 5. etc It is a good idea to create an inventory of all your boxes and or valuable items. You can even use a color coding system with highlighter pens.
Print out your PDF labels here Box labels
Apply the labels to the top and side of boxes so these can easily be seen when also stacked.
Top Packing Tips
CARDBOARD BOXES
Raid your local supermarket for boxes, but be sure to choose the stronger
corrugated cardboard boxes. Do not go above the weight stated on the box.
HOW TO LOAD A BOX
Put heavier items at the bottom of boxes and put fragile/lighter items at the top.
DON'T LEAVE GAPS IN BOXES
Use old newspapers or clothing to fill empty gaps in boxes this will stop things from shifting around and breaking or scratching one another.
USE CLOTHES AS PROTECTION
Rather than using bubble wrap using clothing to wrap delicate or fragile items, pack glasses with and into socks.
AVOID ANY MOISTURE
Do not pack damp clothes or items with liquids in boxes, this will weaken the box.
PACK A SUITCASE
Use a suitcase for each family member and pack a holiday bag containing useful items, toiletries and clothing you will need.
SUIT CARRIER
Use suit carrier to move clothes from your wardrobe.
BIN BAGS
Use a black bin page and pull up over 10 garments straight from the hanger .Tie up around the hanger and secure with tape.
TUPPERWARE
Use plastic boxes, tupperware and food containers to group smaller items together and tape to seal the box, use a sharpie to label the box.
30KG MAX LOAD
unless otherwise stated less on the box do not exceed 30 kilo grams in any one box.
Mark any box or item above 20kg as Heavy. This will avoid any lifting problems and two people can be used where necessary.
Your back and spine will thank you for this.............
Raid your local supermarket for boxes, but be sure to choose the stronger
corrugated cardboard boxes. Do not go above the weight stated on the box.
HOW TO LOAD A BOX
Put heavier items at the bottom of boxes and put fragile/lighter items at the top.
DON'T LEAVE GAPS IN BOXES
Use old newspapers or clothing to fill empty gaps in boxes this will stop things from shifting around and breaking or scratching one another.
USE CLOTHES AS PROTECTION
Rather than using bubble wrap using clothing to wrap delicate or fragile items, pack glasses with and into socks.
AVOID ANY MOISTURE
Do not pack damp clothes or items with liquids in boxes, this will weaken the box.
PACK A SUITCASE
Use a suitcase for each family member and pack a holiday bag containing useful items, toiletries and clothing you will need.
SUIT CARRIER
Use suit carrier to move clothes from your wardrobe.
BIN BAGS
Use a black bin page and pull up over 10 garments straight from the hanger .Tie up around the hanger and secure with tape.
TUPPERWARE
Use plastic boxes, tupperware and food containers to group smaller items together and tape to seal the box, use a sharpie to label the box.
30KG MAX LOAD
unless otherwise stated less on the box do not exceed 30 kilo grams in any one box.
Mark any box or item above 20kg as Heavy. This will avoid any lifting problems and two people can be used where necessary.
Your back and spine will thank you for this.............
Take Pictures
Take a photo of any precious items.
But be sure to take a family photo of yourselves outside your home as a reminder.
But be sure to take a family photo of yourselves outside your home as a reminder.
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