electricity is available. • Throw away all unneeded and unusable items, especially 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 inform them of your schedule.
ONE WEEK BEFORE THE B RE THE BIG MOVE
• If you’re hiring a moving company, make a call to confirm details, such as time of arrival 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, color-coded by room, if possible. This will help you in the unpacking process. 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. • Ensure all your donation/giving-away items are picked up
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