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Before the Move Date

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• mow lawn and clean the outside
• drain oil and prepare lawn and other power equipment for moving
• empty propane tanks and clean outdoor grills and other outdoor equipment
• defrost freezers and dispose of perishable food
• dispose of household hazardous items: print list
• empty and prepare refrigerator and freezers — place deodorizers inside to control odors
• clean all other appliances that stay
• obtain necessary travelers checks and other related monies for moving
• arrange for final trash / recyclable pickups
• return leased equipment such as cable converters, phones, and other household items
• arrange care for children and pets on move date
• cancel all home deliveries and services
• arrange a home for your plants, if needed - moving vans will not move plants if the move is more than 150 miles

On the Moving Date

prepare your home for the move

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• dissemble computer and other electronics
• remove those items that you will move yourself (load them up in the car).
• be available to oversee and assist movers where necessary. Have available bottle water and bathroom facilities for the movers.
• the mover will check an inventory sheet for each item being moved. They will inspect the condition for each item. Make sure you agree with their comments before signing: more information about the inventory list
• carefully read and complete the Bill of Lading. Make sure you have a copy signed by the mover.
• exchange contact information with the mover in case either party needs to contact each other
• give the mover your correct moving home or storage address - secure parking space for mover
• complete final inspection before the movers leave
• make final repairs and cleaning before closing the door: get cleaning and repair services

What's Needed to Move In

Upon move-in, prep your home for moving in:

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• check utility connections; make sure everything is connected or will be connected on move-in day
• inspect fire and other security alarms
• inspect fireplace usage
• prepare fire escape plan
• change the locks on your doors
• compile emergency numbers
• arrange services to connect appliances and other specialty items
• arrange trash and recycling pickup
• you may want to paint your closets and pantrys prior to filling them up