Here’s your checklist for moving into your new home. This checklist should help you remember important moving dates and deadlines!

6 Weeks before move:

• If you’re planning a garage sale, set a date.
• If you have children, arrange to transfer school records.
• Discover schools in your new community  (Visit: www.theschoolreport.com on the web) 
• Notify insurance companies of your move. 
• Start a “Move File” for all receipts, papers and estimates related to your move.

4 Weeks before move:

• Choose a van line/rental truck company you will use and give them tentative pick-up/deliver dates. The kitchen is the most important room in your house. Make it bright and attractive. If dull, paint cabinets and put up lively curtains.
• If you are moving to a new city, be sure and ask your attorney, doctor and other providers for referrals and any necessary records. 
• If you have pets, schedule a check-up and be sure to get a copy of their records from the veterinarian.
• Set schedules with real estate agents and/or landlords.
• Arrange to have your mail forwarded to your new home and inform creditors of your new address.

2 Weeks before move:

• Schedule a disconnect date with your local utility company, cable company, and phone company.
• Notify new utility company, cable company and phone company of connect dates for your new home. 
• If you have a lawnmower or any other power equipment, drain them of oil and gasoline. Moving companies will not move them if they are full. 
• Cancel newspaper delivery and trash pickup effective on your move date. 
• Clean the carpet, floors, and drawers before moving into your new home. 
• If sink and bathtub drain slowly, unclog them.

To make sure your move runs smoothly, we thought you’d appreciate these helpful moving tips. Please remember that we are always have your needs in mind!