A move does not happen in a day. The more prepared you are in the weeks before moving day, the smoother everything goes. Here is a simple 30-day checklist to help you stay organised from start to finish.
30 Days Before: Start Planning
- Confirm your moving date and book a moving company
- Give notice to your current landlord if you are renting
- Start a moving budget â list all expected costs
- Collect packing supplies: boxes, tape, bubble wrap, markers
- Begin sorting through each room â decide what to keep, donate, or discard
21 Days Before: Begin Packing Non-Essentials
- Start packing items you do not use daily â books, decor, seasonal clothing
- Label every box clearly with room name and a brief description of contents
- Photograph your electronic setup before disconnecting anything
- Collect important documents â lease agreements, ID proofs, school records, medical files
- Arrange for children or pets to be looked after on moving day
14 Days Before: Handle Logistics
- Notify your bank, employer, and subscriptions of your new address
- Arrange transfer of utilities â electricity, gas, internet, water
- Transfer or withdraw children from school and arrange enrolment at the new location
- Get medical records and prescription refills if needed
- Book elevator time in your building if you live in an apartment
7 Days Before: Final Preparations
- Confirm all details with your moving company â date, time, address, vehicle size
- Pack all non-essential rooms completely
- Defrost and clean your refrigerator at least 24 hours before moving day
- Disassemble large furniture that needs to come apart for transport
- Pack your Open First boxes â one per room with daily essentials
- Pack your personal bag with documents, medicines, phone charger, and one change of clothes
1 Day Before: Final Checks
- Confirm the moving team will arrive on time
- Do a final walkthrough of every room, cupboard, and storage area
- Check under beds, behind doors, and in hidden corners
- Clean out the refrigerator and pack the remaining food
- Charge all devices and power banks
On Moving Day
- Be present and available when the movers arrive
- Guide movers on which boxes and items go in which room at the new home
- Check every box is loaded before the truck leaves
- Do a final walk through the old home â check every room, closet, and outdoor area
- Hand over keys only after everything is confirmed loaded
After the Move
- Check all items against your inventory list
- Set up essential rooms first: bedroom, bathroom, kitchen
- Check that all utilities are working at the new home
- Report any damage to the moving company within 24 hours
National Shifting can help you plan and execute every step of your move. From packing to transport to careful unloading, our team works with you at every stage. Contact us today to book your move and get a personalised moving plan.
