Be Prepared—that old Boy Scout and Girl Scout motto—can help you assure there will be a smooth transition from your old house to new one on moving day. Check out the list below to get you ready for a low stress (notice I didn’t say stress free) move.
Visit usps.com/realmove to change your address once you know your move date
Get binding estimates from at least three moving companies.
Take a photographic or video inventory of household furniture and belongings
Check with your insurance agent to ensure you are covered during the move. Set up a policy on your new home for adequate coverage.
Make sure you have packing supplies handy: boxes, marking pen, bubble wrap, newspaper and tissue, tape, scissors and a tape measure.
Pack one room at a time. Label each box and indicate:
(a) Which room it goes in
(b) If it is fragile
(c) If it should be unloaded first
Contact gas, electric, phone and cable, water and sewage and trash companies at least two weeks prior to your move to a new home. Arrange to have the services up and running at least one day before you move in.
Have your utility companies and/or town do a final reading of the gas, electric and water meters at the home you are moving from.
Prepare for the first night in your new home by packing items you will need accessible in a separate bag and carry it with you (toiletries, towels, clothes, bedding).
Obtain medical and dental records, x-rays and prescription histories. Ask your current doctor and dentist for referrals and transfer prescriptions if you are moving out of the area.
Good Luck and please give me a call if I can help you on your way!
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