8 Weeks Before Move
- Start decluttering and donating items
- Research moving companies and get quotes
- Create a moving binder for documents
- Begin using up food items you won't move
6 Weeks Before Move
- Book your moving company
- Start collecting packing supplies
- Notify schools if you have children
- Begin packing infrequently used items
4 Weeks Before Move
- Notify important parties of address change
- Schedule utility disconnections/connections
- Continue packing room by room
- Arrange for pet or child care on moving day
2 Weeks Before Move
- Confirm moving company details
- Finish most packing
- Defrost refrigerator if needed
- Pack suitcases for moving day/week
1 Week Before Move
- Finish packing
- Prepare essentials box
- Take photos of electronics setups
- Confirm all arrangements
Moving Day
- Do final walkthrough
- Direct movers
- Check inventory
- Hand over keys
After the Move
- Unpack essentials first
- Update driver's license and registration
- Register to vote
- Find new local services
Use this timeline to stay organized and stress-free! Buster's Box's is ready to help with your move.