This moving checklist, prepared by Piestewa Peak Properties, should help you plan a stress-free move.
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One To Two Days Before Your Move
The movers will arrive to start the packing process.Empty and defrost your refrigerator and freezer, clean both with a disinfectant and let them air out. Put baking soda or charcoal inside to keep them fresh.
Arrange for payment to the moving company. This payment must be made when your belongings arrive at your new home--before your belongings are unloaded. Find out your moving company's accepted methods of payment, terms, and its policy for inspecting your belongings when they arrive to determine if any breakage has occurred.
Empty your safety deposit box. Plan to take important papers, jewelry, cherished family photos, irreplaceable mementos and vital computer files with you.
Write directions to your new home for the van operator, provide the new phone number and include phone numbers where you can be reached in transit-- either a cell phone or friends, old neighbors, a place of business or relatives with whom you'll be in contact. You'll never be out of touch for long, should an emergency arise. Leave your forwarding address and phone number for your home's new occupants.
If your old house will be sitting vacant, notify police and neighbors.
Moving Day
Remove linens from the beds and pack in an "open first" box.
When the movers arrive, review all details and paperwork. Accompany the van operator to take inventory. Verify delivery plans.
If there is time, give the home a final cleaning, or arrange in advance for someone to perform this service the day after moving out.
Move-In Day
If you arrive before the movers, take some time to tidy up your home (dusting shelves, etc.) so the movers can unpack items directly onto clean shelves. If you plan to line cupboards with shelving paper, this is a good time to do it.
Unpack your car.
Review your floor plan to refresh your memory about where you want furniture and appliances placed.
Check to make sure the utilities have been connected, and follow up on any delays.
Confine your pets to an out-of-the-way room to help keep them from running away or getting unduly agitated by all the activity. You might even consider boarding them overnight at a local kennel until you're settled.
Plan to be present when the moving van arrives. Be prepared to pay the mover before unloading. One person should check the inventory sheets as items are unloaded. A second person should direct the movers on where to place items. Once all items are unloaded, unpack only what you need for the first day or two. Focus on creating a sense of home for your family. Give yourself at least two weeks to unpack and organize your belongings.
And finally, welcome to your new home. We wish you and your family happiness and success at your new location.
