All About Moving

Before Moving Day:

• Arrange for movers or moving van.
• Need additional storage? Arrange for a storage unit as well.
• Purge items before packing. Consider donating unwanted items. Checkout Goodwilll, Salvation Army, 1-800-Got-Junk, or estate sale services.
• Measure large furniture pieces; this will help when trying to navigate tighter spaces.
• Collect, purchase durable boxe or bins, packing tape, and markers.
• Go to USPS.com to notify the change of address. (It is best to do this 30 days prior to your move.)
• Update your online accounts, especially shopping outlets like Amazon.com.
• Notify your bank.
• Notify credit card companies.
• Notify magazine subscriptions.
• Call utility companies for the home you are vacating and for your new home.
• Cancel any home deliveries.
• Empty the refrigerator and freezer prior to your moving date.
• Have appliances serviced for moving.
• Do you need to arrange boarding for your pets? Take care of that now.
• Plan for the transport of pets and plants.

Moving Day!

• Carry currency, jewelry and important documents or use registered mail.
• Pack an overnight bag, including towels and sheets.
• Inform family & friends of route and schedule for that day. Notify them if any changes occur.

Moving to a New Area?

• Bank: does your current bank have locations in your new city?
• Health care providers: request recommendations and the best way to transfer records.
• Schools: contact the current and new school district to enroll and transfer records.
• Vehicles: check with local bureaus on appropriate procedures, regarding drivers licesnes, etc.
• Pets: consult your current veterinarian for records and recommendations.