Pack away your bedding and disassemble all the beds in your home. (Do this a day or two prior, and sleep on an air mattress for your last night.) Have a last-minute meeting with your movers if hiring one, and ensure they know how you want things done. Inform them of the box labels, where each box must go, and how they should be loaded. Make sure all your items are packed and nothing gets left behind. Could you distribute your Post-it notes with your contact numbers and the new address to every driver in the moving group? Double-check every room in the house before leaving, ensuring nothing is left. Turn off all light switches, and lock all windows and doors. Could you make sure you arrive at your new home before the movers/entourage? Please review your new home to ensure all utilities are in working condition. Clean up your new home while it’s still empty. Open windows and cabinet doors to let in fresh air. You can direct your movers when unloading your boxes and show them where each must go. Finally, could you unpack what you need for the rest of the day and set up your beds and bedding while you have help?
CHOOSING AND HIRIN G AND HIRING A MOVER
The checklist above is as thorough as it gets, with the weekly tasks to tick off as you go along the way. However, a significant factor to consider is whether to hire a mover. Movers help with all the items you need to pack, load, and transport over a long distance. Hiring a moving company will be the practical choice if you bring several furniture rooms and a family of personal possessions.
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