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Start Packing Your Stuff

When packing your household items to move, you should segment your packing into 3 areas:

1. items to pack and move on the truck
2. items that you will move yourself
3. items that will be discarded
   
   tool: use our item inventory list for help
   guide: print this packing guide for tips

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Prepare for the Move

When it's time to get ready for the move:

• settle any outstanding bills with retailers, utility service provides, and other local merchants
• service any vehicles that will be used for moving
• secure parking space for the mover
• arrange for help: see moving services
  
  tool: use our item inventory list for help
  guide: print this move prep guide for tips

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Complete the Move and Unpack

Complete your move. Make sure you arrive 1-day early before the truck arrives. Also arrange parking for the truck and access ramps to the home or apartment. Reserve elevator space, if necessary.

How best to unpack in priority order:

• unpack your bedding and bathroom. You need a place to rest and clean up after a moving day.
• unpack your children's bedding and room. Get out their toys-TV and arrange a space to play (and watch TV) while you unpack.
• unpack your kitchen necessities so that you have a place to cook and eat.
• unpack other areas of the home. Finish unpacking the kitchen, bedrooms, and bath before unpacking the other rooms
• check for any damage as you unpack. Common complaints include delay claims, billing disputes, and damage claims:
  view solving problems and arbitration
• If your furniture gets damaged during shipping, look into furniture repair: get repair help

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