Moving Checklist for Downsizing

7 to do

Depending on your situation

4 to do

Time to notify your utilities and any services that you are moving. Some can be done online while others are a phone call away
Check your mail for whomever would need to be notified of your new address: bank accounts, government, accountant, doctors, insurance, vet, childcare
Movers contacted for the big day! They may have to schedule your move over a couple of days
Arrange babysitting for kids, pet sitters for your furry babies and a hotel in case we need to overnight before possession. A hotel or a place to stay for a few days is often a very convenient option to have a peaceful, restful night's sleep.

4 to do

Purchase supplies (boxes, wrapping paper, bubble wrap, tape). We have included our convenient organizing system for you!
Pack every day! Leave your most used items for the end.
Try to keep your boxes in one area. This will minimize the time the movers have to go from room to room. Remember, time is money! Organization saves time and money!
As you empty a room, clean it up and close the door!

5 to do

Start to disassemble furniture. Remember to keep instructions and tiny pieces in a labelled and sealed clear plastic bag or reusable container. If you need help, we have assistance for you!
Pack up everything but essentials
Create an overnight bag
Clean your new place (if you have access). We offer cleaning services!
Collect manuals, keys, and replacement parts for all the fixtures you are leaving for the new owner. Don't forget mail keys (and write the box number down), and any combinations of locks or programs (sprinklers, shed, keyless door entry, alarms, garage door codes, etc.).

5 to do

Stay Calm! You have everything organized from the last two months!
Final walk-through to shut everything off and check for any leftover items
Start on the top floor and work your way down
Enjoy the movers doing all the heavy lifting but be on standby for any questions or concerns
Say goodbye and lock up! Get ready for your next adventure!

4 to do

Clean your new palace or hire cleaners to deep clean and sanitize your new home.
Check filters and schedule maintenance service for alarms, furnace, air conditioner, garage remotes, smoke detectors
Unpack!
Enjoy your new home!

Moving Checklist