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MOVING CHECKLIST
OnPoint Moving Services - Your Ultimate Moving Checklist
Moving doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Use this checklist to stay organized and stress-free!
8 Weeks Before the Move
- Create a Moving Folder: Keep all moving-related documents and contracts in one place.
- Set a Moving Budget: Calculate your moving costs, including movers, packing materials, and other expenses.
- Hire a Moving Company:Contact OnPoint Moving Services for a free quote and secure your moving date.
- Declutter:Go through each room and decide what to keep, donate, or sell.
- Gather Important Documents: Collect important documents (birth certificates, insurance papers) and keep them in a safe place.
6 Weeks Before the Move
- Gather Packing Supplies: Stock up on boxes, tape, bubble wrap, and labels.
- Start Packing Non-Essentials: Begin packing items you won’t need until after the move (seasonal clothes, books, décor).
- Label Boxes: As you pack, label each box by room and its contents.
- Research Utilities: Find utility providers at your new home and schedule connections.
- Sell or Donate Unwanted Items: Host a yard sale or donate items to a local charity.
4 Weeks Before the Move
- Notify Important Parties: Submit your change of address to USPS, banks, insurance providers, and any other necessary institutions.
- Transfer Medical Records: Arrange to have your medical, dental, and veterinarian records sent to new providers if moving out of town. Locate and update your medical provider if choosing a new pharmacy.
- Confirm Details with Movers: Double-check your moving date and any special instructions with OnPoint Moving Services.
- Plan for Special Items: Make arrangements for the transportation of fragile, valuable, or oversized items.
2 Weeks Before the Move
- Service Your Car: If you’re driving a long distance, ensure your car is in good shape for the trip.
- Arrange Child and Pet Care: Secure help for children and pets on moving day, if needed.
1 Weeks Before the Move
- Confirm Utilities: Make sure your utilities at the new home are scheduled to be connected before you arrive.
- Pack a "First-Night" Box: Include toiletries, medications, clothes, phone chargers, and anything you’ll need immediately.
- Pack Suitcases: Pack a suitcase for each family member with essentials for the first few days.
- Return Items: Return any borrowed items (library books, rented equipment, etc.).
2 Days Before the Move
- Finish Last-Minute Packing: Pack up any remaining items, except for those you’ll use up until the day of the move.
- Defrost the Freezer: If moving your refrigerator, clean it out and defrost at least 24 hours before moving.
- Prepare Appliances: Clean and disconnect appliances like the fridge, washer, and dryer if moving them.
- Confirm Moving Details: Review the moving day itinerary with OnPoint Moving Services, including the estimated time of arrival and route.
Moving Day
- Take Inventory: Make a final inventory of all items being moved.
- Do a Final Walkthrough: Ensure nothing is left behind, and check every room, closet, and storage space.
- Supervise the Move: Be present while the movers load your belongings and direct them as needed.
Post-Move Tips
- Test Utilities: Ensure all utilities are working properly in your new home.
- Unpack Essentials First: Start by unpacking the kitchen and bedroom so you can settle in quickly.
- Leave a Review: Share your moving experience with OnPoint Moving Services on Google, Yelp, Angi’s, or Nextdoor to help others!
- Explore Your New Neighborhood: Familiarize yourself with nearby grocery stores, parks, and services.