A Checklist for Before and After You’ve Moved

Check out this great moving tips and moving advice.  Moving tips that may seem obvious can be easily over looked.  Take this moving advice and utilize this checklist before and after you have moved.

  • Take Notes
    Make a note of your shipment registration number and keep it with you in case you need to call your mover with questions about your shipment.
  • Don't forget about the Fridge
    After you've thoroughly cleaned and dried the inside of your refrigerator, put a handful of fresh coffee, baking soda or charcoal in a sock or nylon stocking and place it inside to keep the interior smelling fresh.
  • Pack Heavy - Pack Light
    Pack heavy items in small boxes and lighter items in larger boxes.
  • Give out your Number
    If you're not the one driving the truck, be sure to give the van foreman a phone number where you can be reached before he leaves for your destination residence.  It is also a good idea to provide him with an alternate contact in case you can't be reached.
  • Protect Your Memories
    If it's irreplaceable, take it with you in the car (you don't want regrets later). But if you do decide to pack framed photos or art, place sheets or blankets between them for added protection.
  • Know how to Pack Plates
    Plates and record albums should be packed on end vertically.
  • Remember the Bare Necessities
    Toilet paper, telephone, toiletries, snacks, coffee (and pot), soap, flashlight, screwdriver, pliers, can opener, paper plates, cups, utensils, a couple of pans, paper towels, and cleaning supplies are some of the essentials you may need upon arrival at your new home. Pack a box with these types of items and load it last so that it will be unloaded first.
  • Unscrew Bulbs
    Remove bulbs before packing your lamps.
  • Tag your Items
    For your garage sale, tag all items and be prepared to wheel and deal. Garage sale gurus love to haggle.
  • Give the Kids an Exercise
    Have children write their names and new address on the boxes from their rooms so they can become familiar with their new street and town.
  • Be Nice to Your Plants
    When moving plants to your new residence via your car, try not to let foliage rest against the windows, as the leaves will scorch.
  • Take a Break from the Computer
    Upon arrival at your new home, let your computer "acclimate" itself to room temperature before plugging it in.
  • Rest!
    Be sure to get a good night’s rest before the pickup and delivery days!