The Moving Checklist

Prep in advance

• Allocate a budget for your move

• Organize, declutter & clean

• Schedule movers / rental truck

• Make inventory of household items

• Transfer medical records & refill prescriptions

• Get school records & register at new schools

• Arrange time off work / childcare for moving day

• Make a plan for moving vehicles, pets & plants

• Dispose of hazardous & flammable items

• Measure furniture for placement at new home

• Defrost freezer, clean refrigerator & oven

Notify Of Upcoming Move

Essentials:

• Post office

• Employer

Utility & Home Services:

• Gas

• Electric

• Water

• Telephone, internet & cable

• Garbage removal

• Lawn service

Finances:

• Banks & credit unions

• Loan companies

Insurance:

• Homeowner / renters insurance

• Health & dental insurance

• Life insurance

• Car insurance

• Government Agencies:

• Canada Revenue Agency

Service Providers:

• Doctors

• Dentists

• Veterinarians

• Lawyers / Notaries

• Accountants

• Subscriptions & memberships

Pack An Overnight Bag

• Pajamas & clean clothes

• Toiletries

• Any medications needed

• Towels

• Toilet paper

• Pet food & supplies

• Cell phone charger

• Important documents

• Cash & valuables

Label An “Open First” Box

• Cleaning supplies

• Light bulbs

• Basic tools

• Paper plates, cups & utensils

• Coffee & snacks

• Hand soap

• Remote controls

• Kids toys

Moving Day

• Plan to be home when movers arrive

• Protect floors & carpets

• Contain pets in a safe place during move

• Make sure all boxes are labeled accurately

• Do a final cleaning & dispose of trash

• Take a final walk-through of your home

• Leave owner manuals & household receipts

• Leave labeled keys & garage door openers

• Lock doors, windows & turn off all switches

Make sure to write down a list of important contacts for your move.