flammable items, such as leftover paint, spray cans, or propane. • Call your relatives and friends who enlisted to help with the packing and moving and let them know of your schedule.
ONE WEEK BEFORE THE B RE THE BIG MOVE
• If hiring a moving company, call to confirm details, such as arrival time and pickup. • Draw up a timetable for moving day, including time to start loading boxes, where/when to stop for lunch, estimated arrival time at the new place, etc. This will give you a sense of what to expect and prepare for on the day. • With the help of volunteer family and friends, finish packing all your things, leaving only the essential items you’ll use daily. • Make sure all your boxes are correctly packed and numbered, if possible, color-coded by room. This will help you in the unpacking process. Also, make sure there are labels on the tops and sides of the boxes. • Prepare a snack bag for moving day. Bring lots of water and high-energy food to sustain your strength while moving. • Have your checklists and pens ready in your bag. • Clean up your refrigerator, stove, and other kitchen appliances. Make sure most of the food in the fridge will be consumed by moving day. • Please make sure that all your donation/giving-away items are picked up or delivered to their new owners. • Check if all utilities are already on in your new home.
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