Connollys - Magazine - Page 31
Checklist
Eight weeks
Pack non-essential items
Research your new area (transfer
schools and order new uniform)
Keep all important documents
Six weeks
Decide on a local removal company
Clear out any unwanted items
Keep packing
Four weeks
It will be worth packing a night bag each to
help everyone settle in, which means you
won’t have to rummage through everything to
昀椀nd your toothbrush!
in, and start ordering any new furnishings
for your new property. Start packing away
more items, that being, out of season
clothes, books, DVDs and even bulky
items, like TVs that aren’t used often.
Two weeks – Confirm all details
Confirm your move with your removal
company or van hire, estate agents
and schools. If possible, try to organise
someone to look after your pets and
children for the day of your move, as
this can also be a stressful time for them
too. If your removal company doesn’t
disassemble any furniture or sort out the
un-plumbing for the washing machine,
then now would be the ideal time to
organise these. Remember to also cancel
any local services you receive: this could
be window cleaners, gardeners and
newspaper deliveries. You should now
also think about re-registering to vote
and getting your post re-directed after
your moving date. Continue packing away
more furnishings, kitchen appliances and
crockery that you won’t be using for the
next couple of weeks.
24 hours – Final check and
walk round
You now have only 24 hours before you
move, so double check that everything is
packed away and ready for transit. It will
be worth packing a night bag each to help
everyone settle in, which means you won’t
have to rummage through everything to
find your toothbrush! You may want to
create an inventory of your boxes and
furniture to help you keep track of what
you have and to help you ensure it doesn’t
go missing.
Moving day
Today is the day! You need to be ready
for when your removal company comes.
Ensure that you let them know if there
are any fragile boxes that need extra care
when handling. If you’re moving yourself,
then pack up your car or van and work
out how many trips it may take. Before
you leave, also take note of your final
meter readings and send these off to your
provider. Don’t forget to leave your keys
for the new owners!
You have arrived at your
new home!
Give your removal company instructions
of which boxes go in which rooms and
make sure you are happy with everything
that has arrived. Ensure you check for
any damage before the movers leave.
Read your new utility meters and send
your readings off to your supplier. Taking
photos of them will also ensure you have
the correct reading if you need them again
in the future. Unpack your essentials such
as bed linen and clean towels. Don’t worry
about the rest, it isn’t going anywhere!
Order a takeaway, have a cup of tea and
enjoy your first night with your family.
Right, so now you’re all moved in, it’s time
to settle down, unpack and enjoy your new
place. Remember, planning is essential to
ensure your move runs stress free.
social media with its address and personal message!
Notify utility companies
Start preparation for your new house
Keep packing
Two weeks
Finalise all details
Organise pet and child care
Cancel local services
Keep packing
24 hours
Check every room and ensure
everything is packed
Pack a night bag so everything is
to hand
Collect your new keys
Make sure your phone is fully charged
so you can get in touch with the
estate agents or removal company
Moving in
Prepare for the arrival of the removal
company and give them directions/
your contact details
Ensure everything is ready to move
Record meter readings
On arrival
Give removal company instructions
of what goes where
Check for any damage before
they leave
Read your new utility meters and
send them off to your supplier
Check if the previous owners have
left anything behind
Unpack essentials
Order a takeaway and sit back
and relax!
