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How to Prepare Your Home for a Move: A Room-by-Room Checklist

Getting ready for a move isn't just about boxes and tape—it's about getting your entire home move-out ready.

MichaelMay 20, 2025
How to Prepare Your Home for a Move: A Room-by-Room Checklist

Kitchen

  • [ ] Use up perishable food
  • [ ] Clean out refrigerator and freezer
  • [ ] Defrost freezer 24-48 hours before move
  • [ ] Pack dishes vertically (like records)
  • [ ] Wrap sharp items carefully
  • [ ] Seal liquids in plastic bags

Living Room

  • [ ] Disassemble furniture that comes apart
  • [ ] Remove batteries from electronics
  • [ ] Take photos of TV/stereo cable setups
  • [ ] Roll up and bag area rugs
  • [ ] Remove artwork from walls

Bedrooms

  • [ ] Disassemble bed frames
  • [ ] Bag and label hardware
  • [ ] Vacuum and bag bedding
  • [ ] Use wardrobe boxes for hanging clothes
  • [ ] Empty nightstands and dressers (or leave clothes in drawers)

Bathroom

  • [ ] Dispose of old medications properly
  • [ ] Seal all liquids
  • [ ] Pack toiletries you'll need last/first
  • [ ] Clean and dry shower curtain

Garage/Storage

  • [ ] Dispose of hazardous materials properly
  • [ ] Empty fuel from equipment
  • [ ] Organize tools and hardware
  • [ ] Discard items you no longer need

General

  • [ ] Label every box clearly
  • [ ] Create a master inventory list
  • [ ] Set aside essentials box
  • [ ] Clear pathways for movers
  • [ ] Protect floors and doorways

Use this checklist to ensure nothing is forgotten! And when you're ready, Buster's Box's is here to help with the heavy lifting.

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