The Ultimate Moving Checklist

May 21, 2025

Your step-by-step guide to a smooth and stress-free move!

6-8 Weeks Before Moving

Declutter Like a Pro – Don’t take junk to your new home! Donate, sell, or toss what you don’t need.

Start Packing Early – Seasonal items, decor, and non-essentials go first. You’ll thank yourself later!

Book Your Movers ASAP – Summer moves fill up fast! Secure your moving company or rental truck now.

Create a Moving Binder – Store contracts, estimates, and must-have documents in one place.

Notify Key Contacts – Change your address for banks, subscriptions, schools, and insurance.

Pro Tip: Label boxes with the room they belong in AND a short description of contents. Saves serious unpacking headaches!

4 Weeks Before Moving

Confirm Everything – Double-check dates, costs, and any special requests with your movers.

Take Care of Repairs – Patch that hole, fix the leaky faucet — leave your old home in good shape.

Plan for Pets & Kids – Arrange care or transportation to make move-in day smoother.

Meal Prep & Snacks – Pack easy meals so that you’re not scrambling for dinner after a long moving day.

Get Rid of Hazardous Items – Movers can’t take propane tanks, paint, or chemicals—dispose of them properly!

Pro Tip: Moving in summer? Pack candles separately—they’ll melt before you even get to your new place!

1 Week Before Moving

Pack an Essentials Bag – Toiletries, meds, chargers, change of clothes, and snacks—everything you need for the first night.

Clean Out the Fridge – Use up perishable items or donate them before moving day.

Do a Box Inventory – Track your boxes to avoid a “Where’s my coffee maker?!” meltdown.

Set Aside Moving Must-Haves – Tape, scissors, light bulbs, toilet paper, and basic tools should be easy to grab!

Pro Tip: Snap a picture of cords before disconnecting devices so you know exactly how to set them up later!

Moving Day

Start Early & Hydrate – Beat the heat, avoid the rush, and drink plenty of water!

Do a Final Walkthrough Before your movers close up the truck – check closets, drawers, and behind doors—don’t leave anything behind!

Documents, Keys, Cell Phones – Keep these items in your car so that they don’t accidentally end up in the moving truck.

Pro Tip: Label your “open first” box with necessities like toilet paper, bedding, and coffee supplies!

After the Move

Set Up Your Essentials First – Start with beds, kitchen basics, and must-have toiletries.

Update Your Address Everywhere – DMV, health providers, subscriptions, voter registration.

Meet Your Neighbors – Building connections makes settling in a lot easier!

Leave Reviews for Movers – Help others by sharing your experience.

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