MOVING GUIDE

4 WEEKS BEFORE YOU MOVE

• Hire a professional moving company, the reduction in stress levels will far out weigh the cost.
• Transfer school records.
• Arrange to transfer (or take with you) medical, dental and other important records.
• Prepare to transfer your home insurance to ensure you’re covered for any unforeseen disasters.
• Consider holding a garage sale to get rid of unneeded items; arrange to place excess items in storage.
• Keep track of moving related expenses.

3 WEEKS

• Notify change of address and the date you will be moving to: post office, doctor, dentist, subscriptions, credit card companies and other important contacts.

2 WEEKS

• Arrange for disconnection or transfer of BC Hydro, gas, cable, internet service provider, security company etc.
• Stop or transfer newspaper delivery service.
• Arrange to close or transfer bank accounts and order cheques with your new address.
• Have an extra supply of prescription medications for the next four weeks.

THE WEEK OF YOUR MOVE

• Keep valuable financial records and personal papers with you; do not pack them with the rest of your household goods.
• Contact your moving company and confirm the arrangements.
• Clean out the fridge/freezer and defrost.
• Clean your house or arrange for a professional cleaning company to do it for you.