Moving Checklist

1. All lenders
   
2. Post Office mail forwarding
   
3. Subscriptions
   
4. Friends & relatives
   
5. Notify insurance companies of address change; it may affect your coverages

1. Transfer funds
   
2. Order checks with new address
   
3. Arrange credit references

Arrange for turn-off of all current utilities

1. Gas
   
2. Water
   
3. Cable
   
4. Phone
   
5. Electric
   
6. Trash
   

Arrange for new utilities to be turned on

1. Gas
   
2. Water
   
3. Cable
   
4. Phone
   
5. Electric
   
6. Trash

Medical, Dental & Prescription Histories

1. Ask doctor & dentist for referrals. Transfer needed prescriptions & medical records.

Pets

1. Check on new city’s regulations for licenses, vaccinations, tags, etc. Plan for special care and transfer of pets.

1. Hire movers
   
2. Clarify moving insurance coverage
   
3. Packing & unpacking labor charges
   
4. Confirm arrival date
   
5. Confirm method & time of expected payment
   
6. Carry jewelry & important documents yourself or use registered mail; do not allow movers to carry these items

1. Defrost freezer & clean refrigerator
   
2. Have appliances serviced & prepared for moving
   
3. Have large area rugs wrapped & prepared to move
   
4. Double-check closets, drawers & shelves to be sure they are empty
   
5. Leave all keys, appliance warranties, association & home guides for new owner

1. Carry cash or travelers checks to cover cost of moving services & expenses until your banking connections have been made in the new city
   
2. For your safety, advise close friend of route and schedule, including overnight stops

1. Double-check that all utilities have been turned on
   
2. Check pilot light on stove, hot water heater & furnace
   
3. Have all appliances checked out by a professional
   
4. Have new address recorded on driver’s license

1. Apply for new state driver’s license
   
2. Register car within five days after arrival or there may be a penalty when getting new plates
   
3. Register family at new place of worship
   
4. Make arrangements for new medical services, doctor, dentist, veterinarian, etc.
   
5. Register to vote in new city