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What needs to be done when you move?
Here’s a list of things to be done, such as cancelling the rent, make a floor plan for the new house, transfer insurances, etc. Print below list and check the boxes to make sure you don’t overlook anything.
Cancel rent / sell the house
Make a floor plan for the new house
Transfer insurances
Call gas, water, energy, TV and internet providers
Mail change of address to friends and family
Contact moving companies for quotation
Plan moving dates
Start cleaning up and get rid of excess items
Get proper moving cartons
Arrange for transportation
Book external storage space for larger items
Start packing in time – set dates
Dismantle furniture
Cleaning of old and new place
Ask friends / relatives for assistance with move
Arrange for kids / pets to be away on moving day
Arrange for food and drinks on moving day
Make sure to have sufficient cash available
Empty and clean fridge and freezer
Clean washing machine and fix the drum for transportation
Take down curtains, wall hangings and lamps
Keep important documents, money and jewelry in safe place
Check rooms and basement on overseen items
Take water and electricity meter readings on moving day
Disconnect gas and electricity
Turn in old keys
Have extra keys made for new house