Moving Tips & Checklist

Your comprehensive guide to a stress-free move

Pro Tip: Download our printable moving checklist to keep track of your progress. Moving can be overwhelming, but staying organized makes all the difference.

8 Weeks Before Moving

8 Weeks Before
Initial Planning & Research
  • Create a moving binder or digital folder
  • Research moving companies and get quotes
  • Start collecting packing supplies
  • Begin decluttering - sort items into keep, donate, sell, discard
  • Notify your current landlord (if applicable)
6 Weeks Before
Administrative Tasks
  • Book your moving company
  • Start packing non-essential items
  • Arrange time off work for moving day
  • Measure furniture and new property doorways
  • Research new area amenities and services

4 Weeks Before Moving

4 Weeks Before
Notification & Service Arrangements
  • Notify utility companies of your move-out date
  • Arrange for new utilities to be connected
  • Update your address with:
    • Banks and financial institutions
    • Employer and HR department
    • Insurance providers
    • Subscription services
  • Start using up frozen food and perishables
2 Weeks Before
Final Preparations
  • Confirm arrangements with moving company
  • Pack most of your belongings
  • Create an "essentials" box for moving day
  • Arrange for cleaning of old and new property
  • Defrost freezer and clean refrigerator

Moving Week

1 Week Before
Last-Minute Arrangements
  • Pack remaining items except absolute essentials
  • Confirm moving day schedule with all parties
  • Prepare payment for movers
  • Clean empty rooms as you pack
  • Take meter readings at old property
Moving Day
Moving Day Essentials
  • Keep important documents with you
  • Have cash available for unexpected expenses
  • Pack a first-day box with:
    • Toiletries and medications
    • Phone chargers
    • Basic cleaning supplies
    • Snacks and drinks
    • Change of clothes
  • Take final meter readings
  • Do a final walk-through of empty property

Packing Tips & Tricks

Label Everything

Label boxes with room destination and contents. Use color-coded stickers for different rooms.

Essential Box

Pack a "first night" box with toiletries, medications, chargers, basic tools, and cleaning supplies.

Protect Fragile Items

Use clothing, towels, and bedding to wrap fragile items. Pack plates vertically in boxes.

Photograph Electronics

Take photos of electronic setups before disconnecting to make reassembly easier.

Emergency Contacts

Keep these numbers handy during your move:

  • Moving Company: [Your booked company]
  • Estate Agent: [Contact details]
  • Emergency Utilities: [Gas: 0800 111 999, Electricity: 105]
  • Local Council: [New area council contact]

Settling Into Your New Home

  • Take meter readings upon arrival
  • Test all appliances and systems
  • Locate fuse box, water stopcock, and gas emergency valve
  • Register with a local GP and dentist
  • Update your driving license and voter registration
  • Explore your new neighbourhood
  • Introduce yourself to neighbours

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