Check List

They say that moving house is one of life’s most stressful events, so we’ve put together a moving checklist to help you plan for the big day…

As soon you have exchanged and agreed a completion date, one of the first things you need to do is book a removal company. We can recommend a few...

Four Weeks before…

• Arrange your mail redirection.
• Inform any subscription services of your new address. 
• Notify utility suppliers of your move.
• Arrange for utility connections at your new home.
• Notify your local council and check if you are due a council tax rebate.

Three Weeks before…

• Make a sketch plan of your new home to determine the placement of furnishings. 
• Consider plants and pets on moving day.
• Start to use the contents of your freezer. 
• Transfer insurance to cover contents at your new home. 

Two Weeks before…

• Dispose of any flammables such as petrol. 
• Rearrange your digital television if appropriate. 
• Inform friends and family of your new address. 

One Week before…

• Rearrange your telephone, TV and Internet service. 
• Drain fuel from lawnmowers and other garden equipment. 
• Pack / empty your loft and / or sheds. 

One Day before…

• Defrost the freezer. 
• Take down pictures, mirrors, curtains and blinds. 
• Disconnect your cooker, washing machine and dishwasher.

Moving Day…

• Drain plants of excess water. 
• Make sure you have personally taken cash and jewellery. 
• Take meter readings at your old and new homes. 
• Label keys ready for the new owners.