Six weeks before moving day

Notify relevant people and institutions of your move. These may include your landlord, employer, family physician, children’s school and bank, for starters. See a full list of people you should contact here.

Find new providers. Start looking for a trustworthy health provider and a good school for your kids in your new city or neighborhood. If you’re moving within the area and keeping the same providers, make sure they’ve got your updated address.

Schedule your move. Select your moving day and book a moving company or an appropriately sized rental truck. Decide whether you’ll need extras like dollies or moving blankets.

Arrange for house cleaning services. Deep cleaning can help you find long-lost treasures and also help you leave your home in good shape for the next occupants.

When to Start Packing for a Move:

Two days before moving day

Finish packing. Get everything in boxes except the few items you can’t do without for a couple of days and the cleaning supplies you’ll need before moving out.

Defrost and clean your fridge. Get all your household appliances ready to move — empty them, clean them and make sure they’re fully dry and safely wrapped for transportation.

Secure your valuables. Confirm that you have all valuables and important documents with you for moving day.