Moving Checklist
Using a Moving checklist is a handy and convenient way to keep track of all the things you need to do for your move. Keep notes and reminders in one handy calender or note book. Having this with you at all times will help you stay organized and help reduce the stress and anxiety often associated with moving.
Below is a simple moving checklist that help you to get started on creating your own.
Send change of address to:
Utilities:
Electric
Gas
Water
Telephone
Fuel
Garbage and refuse
Professional Services:
Doctor
Dentist
Chartered Accountant
Lawyer
Broker
Publications: Notice requires several weeks:
Newspapers
Magazines
Established Business Accounts:
Dry Cleaner
Drug Store
Diaper Service
Dry Cleaning/laundry service
Water softener service
Newspaper
Credit cards
Government and public offices:
Provincial motor vehicle office
Social Insurance Number administration
Post office
Insurance:
Life
Auto
Home
Health
Fire
Other
Miscellaneous:
Relatives, friends
Book & record club
Organizations and clubs
School
Landlord if you are a tenant
Tenants, if you are a landlord
Church
Before the move:
Empty freezer, plan use of foods
Defrost freezer, refrigerator
Remember arrangements for TV and antennae
Clean rugs or clothing before moving
Order a final reading of:
Gas / Oil
Electric
Water
Heating Fuel
Discontinue service on:
Route deliveries
Newspaper
Cleaning
Safety deposit box
Telephone
Arrange for child care if necessary
Plan for transporting pets
On moving day:
Carry currency, jewelry, & important documents with you. Bring a small tool kit! Double check closets, drawers, and shelves to be sure they are empty.
For out-of-town purchasers:
Let a close friend or relative know your route and schedule. Transfer insurance on household goods and personal possessions to ensure coverage enroute. If your car or other possessions are not paid for, notify creditors and obtain permission to take property out of province. Have your appliances serviced for the trip. Notify the school about the intended move. Gather records or have transcripts forwarded. Obtain:
Medical
Dental records
Medical prescriptions
Inoculation records
Birth/baptism records
Eyeglass prescriptions
Gather professional recommendations for new location, and return all borrowed books,etc.
For a futher indepth moving checklist feel free to contact our office at 416-635-1572 ext.233. and we will send you our handy 8 week moving checklist and calendar that we provide to our clients in our complimentary moving binder.
You can also visit our Real Estate Report section for valuable information and resources in regards to every aspect of buying or selling a home.
