DO
- - DO get a "Moving Notebook" to keep track of what you need to do, what you've done, who you contacted, etc.
- - DO start the moving process early. It's never too early to pack non-essential items. Make a moving inventory of your goods and take photos of valuable items.
- - DO donate items to you local charities.
- - DO wrap your linens and towels around framed pictures that can be broken or are fragile.
- - DO label all boxes pertaining to what room you would like you movers to place them in at your new home. Label boxes FRAGILE as needed.
- - DO notify utility companies and cable/phone/Internet providers to disconnect or transfer services. Notify doctors/dentists, banks, schools, work, family and friends of your new address. Complete a forwarding mail request with the post office.
- - DO contact the utility companies for your new home to ensure you will have all services connected upon your arrival.
- - DO stay organized while packing. Packing is never fun, but unpacking unlabeled boxes or boxes with a variety of items from different rooms is more time consuming and frustrating. A little time and organization on the front end will allow you to enjoy your new home just that much sooner!
- - DO gather your user manuals for your appliances, stereos, TVs, printer, fax, etc and keep them with you for easy reference when trying to set everything up during those first days.
- - DO know what furniture needs to be dismantled. Remember if you built things from a flat pack they may now be too large to get through doors or down stairs. Movers can dismantle items for you but that takes time and in the moving business time is money.
DON'T
- - DON'T forget to return library books, videos, etc. DO start the moving process early. It's never too early to pack non-essential items. Make a moving inventory of your goods and take photos of valuable items.
- - DON'T pack any materials that are flammable, combustible or any alcohol. Transport those items separately. DO donate items to you local charities. Don't forget to get a donation form for possible tax deductions.
- - DON'T wrap your items in newspaper, the ink can rub off on your valuables.
- - DON'T over pack boxes. Boxes that are too heavy decrease the integrity of the box. DO label all boxes pertaining to what room you would like you movers to place them in at your new home. Label boxes FRAGILE as needed.
- - DON'T pack important documents. Get a lockable box and keep it separate and transport with you.
- - DON'T use foam peanuts to pack around your computer, they can cause static electricity and cause damage.
- - DON'T leave packing to the last day. But if that happens don't beat yourself up about it, and don't panic and rush. Take the few seconds to ensure you items are protected and packed properly.
- - DON'T forget to complete a final walk through of your home and surrounding property. Remember to look inside closets, on top shelves and behind your bedroom and bathroom doors. DO gather your user manuals for your appliances, stereos, TVs, printer, fax, etc and keep them with you for easy reference when trying to set everything up during those first days.
- - DON'T use any special cleaning/maintenance products on furniture prior to your move. The products can soften wood and leave it more susceptible to damage.
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