Moving Tips

Moving is not easy! We have assembled this list of tips to help you through your move.

8 weeks before move

• If you are planning a garage sale, set a date.
• Arrange to transfer school records if you have children.
• Discover schools in your new community by visiting www.theschoolreport.com on the World Wide Web.
• Contact insurance companies to notify them of the move.
• Start a "Move File" for all receipts, papers and estimates related to your move.

6 weeks before move

• Select a van line or rental truck company you will use. Give them tentative pick-up and delivery dates.
• If you are moving to a new city, be sure and ask your attorney, doctor and other providers for referrals and any necessary records.
• If you have any pets, schedule a check-up and be sure and get a copy of their records from the veterinarian.
• Set schedules with real estate agents and/or landlords.
• 4 weeks before move
• Schedule disconnect dates with your local utility company.
• Notify new utility company of connect dates in the new home.
• If you have a lawnmower or any other power equipment, drain them of oil and gasoline. Moving companies will not move them if they are full.
• Cancel newspaper delivery and trash pickup effective on your move date.

1 week before move

• Clean out refrigerator and defrost freezer.
• Have your car serviced if you will be driving a long distance.
• Confirm connect dates for utilities in your new home.
• Transfer or close your checking account.
• Be sure to get all items from your safe deposit box.

Moving day

• Spend the entire day at home with the movers.
• Carry any valuables or family heirlooms with you.
• Right before the movers leave, take a final tour of your home, making sure nothing has been left in drawers or closets and that all doors and windows are locked.
• Specify a "Do Not Move" area where you place items you do not want the movers to take with them.

At your new address

• Obtain numbers needed in an emergency such as the fire department and police.
• Check with post office to see if there is any mail that is being held for you.
• Register your cars. Also, register to vote in your new area.
• Enroll children in school.