Complete Moving Checklist

Your complete moving timeline from 8 weeks out to moving day. Free downloadable checklist to keep your move organized and stress-free. Get an instant quote.

Free Checklist

The Ultimate Moving Checklist

Your complete timeline from 8 weeks out to moving day

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8 Weeks Before Moving

8 weeks out

Research moving companies

Get recommendations and read reviews

Get 3+ moving quotes

Compare pricing and services

Create moving budget

Factor in all moving expenses

Start decluttering

Donate, sell, or discard unused items

Begin packing non-essentials

Pack items you won't need before the move

6 Weeks Before

6 weeks out

Book your moving company

Secure your preferred date and time

Order packing supplies

Boxes, tape, bubble wrap, markers

Notify landlord

Give proper notice per your lease

Start change of address

Update with USPS and important contacts

Research storage options

If you need temporary or long-term storage

4 Weeks Before

4 weeks out

Confirm moving date

Double-check with your moving company

Start packing room by room

Begin with least-used rooms

Label all boxes

Include room name and contents

Update utilities

Schedule transfers or new service

Arrange school transfers

If moving with children

2 Weeks Before

2 weeks out

Confirm details with movers

Verify time, address, and services

Pack most items

Leave only essentials unpacked

Clean refrigerator

Use up perishables

Defrost freezer

Allow time to dry completely

Arrange pet care

Keep pets safe and calm on moving day

1 Week Before

1 week out

Pack essentials box

First-night items for new home

Confirm truck parking

Reserve parking at both locations

Walk through new home

Take measurements and photos

Gather documents

Keep important papers accessible

Prepare payment

Cash, check, or card for movers

Moving Day

Today!

Be present for movers

Available to answer questions

Final walk-through

Check every room, closet, and storage

Check all closets

Don't leave anything behind

Take photos

Document condition of old home

Hand over keys

Return keys to landlord or new owner

After Move

First week

Unpack essentials

Set up bedroom, bathroom, and kitchen

Check items arrived

Verify all boxes and furniture

Update driver's license

Change address within 30 days

Update voter registration

Leave review

Share your moving experience

Pro Moving Tips

Expert advice to make your move even smoother

Start Early

The earlier you begin, the less stressful your move will be

Label Everything

Mark boxes with room name and contents for easy unpacking

Pack an Essentials Box

Keep first-night necessities easily accessible

Use Quality Materials

Or better yet, rent reusable crates from Eco Tech

Take Photos

Document electronics setup before disconnecting

Confirm Details

Double-check everything with your movers 48 hours before

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