| Move Yourself Checklist | ||
|---|---|---|
| Two Months Prior | Six Weeks Prior | One Month Prior |
| ___ Compare truck rental companies ___ Make household inventory ___ Create file for moving paperwork ___ Transfer medical/school records ___ Make a floorplan of new home ___ Reserve rental truck | ___ Arrange for change-ofaddress ___ Make storage arrangements ___ Clean out closets and drawers ___ Use up food and cleaning supplies ___ Start planning Moving Sale ___ Start collecting boxes, tape, materials | ___ Schedule disconnection of utilities ___ Make arrangements for pets/plants ___ Be sure you are insured for move ___ Make travel plans for move ___ Collect important records ___ Schedule connection of utilities ___ Begin to pack things you don’t need |
| Three Weeks Prior | Two Weeks Prior | One Week Prior |
| ___ Arrange for moving day childcare ___ Hold your Moving Sale ___ Get car serviced for trip ___ Dispose of all flammables | ___ Return library books ___ Cancel newspaper delivery ___ Send out change-ofaddress cards ___ Prepare a travel kit ___ Immunize pets for trip | ___ Transfer bank accounts ___ Empty Safety Deposit Box ___ Start wrapping breakables ___ Drain power equipment/hoses ___ Empty refrigerator/freezer ___ Dismantle beds/furniture ___ Pack everything into boxes |
| Last Minute Details | Packing for Travel | Notes |
| ___ Pack the car ___ Note all utility meter readings ___ Have cash for trip ___ Check closets, cabinets, and storage for any overloaded items ___ Pack phone last ___ Be sure water, furnace, air conditioner, and lights are off | ___ Checkbook/Credit Cards ___Address Book ___ Driver’s License/ID ___ Flashlight ___ Tools ___ Materials for meals on the road/Cups ___ Towels/Blankets ___ First Aid Kit ___ Games/Books/Activities for kids | |
Move Yourself Checklist
Moving
All the steps that you should take to prepare yourself for a do-it-yourself move.