Six to Eight weeks prior:

Two weeks prior:

•    Hire a reputable mover or rent a moving truck. Be sure to get referrals or references, check with the Better Business Bureau, get estimates, purchase moving insurance.
•    Two weeks before moving day, contact your telephone, electric, gas, cable/satellite, refuse and water companies to set a specific date when service will be discontinued. Contact utilities companies in your new town about service start dates, including internet and telephone services.
•    Notify healthcare professionals (doctors, dentists, veterinarians) of your move and ask for referrals and record transfers.
•    Register children for school and ask for school records to be transferred.
•    Notify lawn service, cleaning and security companies when service should be terminated.
•    Advise the post office, publications and correspondents of change of address and date of move.
•    Check your homeowner's insurance and make arrangements for new coverage.

Moving Day

•    Have tools handy for breaking down beds and appliances.
•    Move valuables (jewelry, legal documents, family photos and collections) yourself - don't send them with the moving company. Make sure you have a complete home inventory of all your possessions.
•    Give every room a final once over. Don't forget to check the basement, yards, attic, garage and closets.
•    Have the final payment for the movers and money for a tip.
•    Don't forget to check in with me, I can provide useful local advice, and/or referrals.