Moving Checklist
Moving is very exciting but can also be overwhelming. Let me help with making your move a little easier with these small reminders.
Postal Service
Drivers License
Canada Revenue Agency
Voters Registration
Banks
Loans
Investments
Credit Cards
Paypal
Automated Payments
Place of Employment
Insurance
Doctors/ Dentists
Schools
Friends & Family
Subscriptions
Prescriptions
Associations
Change of Address
Organization
Keep personal & financial documents in one box (checkbook-passport-birth certificates-etc)
Update medical records
Notify old/new schools
Keep keys/garage door openers in bag for new owners ! Keep a folder for warranties and manuals for new owners
Plan meals to use up the food you have left !
Save moving reciepts
Services to transfer/cancel
Cable
Internet
Phone
Electric/ Gas
Water
Sewer
Trash
Landscaping
House Cleaning/ Pest Control
Packing/Storage
Purge Unused Items
Reserve Truck or Movers
Reserve Storage (If Needed)
Pack Infrequently Used Items Ahead of Time
Start a family “Move Kit” for first night in home
Moving Day
Arrange help for Kids and Pets for the day
Have cash to tip movers
Final cleaning
Dispose of trash
Run garbage disposal
Final walkthrough
Raise/Lower Thermostat (Weather dependent)
Turn off Water Heater
Lower Shades
Lock all doors and windows