Have you found your dream home? Congratulations! Now it’s time for the big move. To ensure your transition is as smooth as possible, we’ve created a moving checklist for you to follow from the beginning to the end of your journey. Happy moving!

6 WEEKS OUT

• Set a budget for the move (e.g. moving company, supplies, etc.)

• Confirm your moving date. 

• Book your movers and/or ask friends and family to lend a hand. 

• Create a floorplan of your new home and plan where to place your furniture. 

• Arrange insurance coverage for your new home. 

• Arrange to transfer school and medical records. 

• Donate unwanted possessions. 

4 WEEKS OUT

•  Gather packing supplies (e.g. boxes, bubblewrap, packing tape, etc.) 

• Strategize an “easy-to-find” packing plan to organize your essentials. 

• Start packing what you can - take one room at a time! 

• Discontinue or transfer utilities and essential services to your new address (e.g. hydro, gas, water, internet, phone etc.) 

• Notify banks, postal offices, credit card companies, etc. of your change in address. 

• Reserve an elevator for move day, if necessary. 

2 WEEKS OUT

•  Review plans with your moving company. 

• Confirm any services that may be required on moving day (e.g. cleaners). 

• Take photos of any valuables (furniture, appliances you are taking with you etc.) These would be needed to file claims should damage occur during your move. 

• Put room labels on your furniture and other large items, to help make moving day easier. 

1 WEEK OUT

•  Finish packing all of your belongings, and ensure all boxes are clearly labelled, especially “bed linens” - you’ll be eager for a good night’s sleep after moving day!

• Acquire moving day essentials: snacks, scissors, garbage bags and water.

MOVING DAY

• Do a walkthrough of your old home to make sure everything is removed and clean. Remove all garbage and recycling.

• Locate your box of bed linens first and make sure the beds are made. 

• Unpack your essential items and store boxes you won’t need for a while in the basement, garage, or storage locker so you can enjoy your new space. 

• Walk through your new home and ensure all of your belongings have arrived and are not damaged. 

• Recycle empty boxes and dispose of garbage. 

• Eat, relax and enjoy the first night in your new home! 

For more information, a no-obligation, free home evaluation or assistance in buying or selling your home, please contact:

Lynne Sampson Blott
call: 416-540-7307 | e-mail: lynne@lynneblott.com | visit: theblotts.ca | text: 416-540-7307