Needed
Materials for your Move Keep the following supplies and accessories on
hand:
Boxes,
all sizes Bubble
wrap or other cushioning material Marking
pens Tape measure
Furniture pads
or old blankets Packing
tape and scissors Money
and credit cards Label
each box with the room in the new home to which it should be delivered. Number
the boxes and keep a list of what is in each box. Clearly
mark fragile items. Pack
a bag of personal items you'll need during the move (change of clothes, toiletries,
medicine, maps, food, and drinks). Keep it in an easy-to-find place when you pack.
Keep a medical
kit accessible. If
you have children, pack a bag of games and activities for the trip
One
Month before Moving Gather
moving supplies, boxes, tape, rope. If
moving far away, make any necessary travel arrangements like airline, hotel, and
rental car reservations or find a proper international
moving company. Call
a local moving company or make truck rental reservations
to move yourself. Finalize
real estate and apartment rental needs. Place
legal, medical, and insurance records in a safe and accessible place. Give
your mailers your new address : Friends
and family members Banks,
insurance companies, and other financial institutions Charge
card and credit card companies Doctors,
dentists, and other service providers State
and Federal Tax authorities and any other government agencies as needed. Save
moving receipts (many moving expenses are tax deductible). Make
maps of your new neighbourhood to familiarize yourself and your family with your
new area. Plan your
moving budget
Two Weeks before Moving Inform
gas, electric, water, cable, local telephone and trash removal services of your
move. Sign up for services at your new address. Inform
long distance phone company of your move. Sign up for long distance service at
your new address. Recruit
moving-day help. Confirm
travel reservation. Arrange
to close or transfer your bank account, if appropriate.
The Day before
Moving Set
aside moving materials like a tape measure, pocket knife, packing boxes, tape
and markers. Pick
up rental truck. Check
oil and gas in your car. If
travelling, make sure you have tickets, passports, ID's charge cards, and other
essentials.
After Moving Locate
police and fire stations as well as hospitals and gas stations near your home.
Scout your
new neighbourhood for shopping areas. You may need furniture, tools, or house
wares unexpectedly. Call
the Department of Sanitation in your new town to find out which day the trash
is collected. Also ask whether your new community has recycling programs. Seek
out new service providers such as a bank, cleaners, veterinarian. Call
your Chamber of Commerce for helpful information on: Schools, Cable service, Cultural
events and community activities, Libraries and parks, and Availability of emergency
calling services, such as 911 Provide
your new doctor and dentist with your medical history. You may need to request
your file from your previous doctor/dentist. Transfer
insurance policies to an agent in your new community. You may also wish to make
a detailed list of your belongings, their value, and your coverage. Give
your new home a good cleaning. Moving
can be stressful. Watch for effects on family members and pets so you can give
comfort and a helping hand.
