Prepare for Moving Day
Complete step-by-step checklist to prepare for moving day covering pack moving essentials bag and confirm mover arrival time, and essential action items.
Pack moving essentials bag
Keep toilet paper, medicines, chargers, and clothes separate
Confirm mover arrival time
Call moving company 24 hours prior to verify details
Sweep out old rooms
Tidy up old home once boxes are loaded in truck
Log final meter readings
Take pictures of water, gas, and electric meters
Lock doors and return keys
Double check windows, lock entry door, and return keys
Prepare cash tips for movers
Have small cash tips ready for the moving crew
Verify truck loading sequence
Ensure heavy boxes are bottom and essentials are near door
Prepare floor protective sheets
Lay cardboard or drop cloths to prevent wall/floor scuffs
Double check cabinets drawer
Walk through rooms to confirm no drawers are left full
Shut off old home AC
Set old thermostat to off before final exit lock
Verify new home key codes
Keep codes and locks key cards in your travel wallet
Pack phone charger in pocket
Keep charger out of boxes to stay contactable during move
Prepare pet travel crate food
Have pet leash and food tray ready in your car
Confirm moving truck parking permits
Verify street space allows truck parking at both homes
Conduct final walk-through sweep
Look under stairs and closets to confirm area is empty