4 Weeks to Go

1. Take quotations from moving companies, ensure that comprehensive insurance cover is included for any losses. Do you also want a packing and un-packing service from this company?
2. Have a look at the various mortgages available - do you currently have the best deal.
3. Make arrangements for your electricity, gas, telecoms and water meters to be read and transferred to the new owners
4. Make arrangements with a conveyance company for all the legal aspects of the move.
5. Arrange your new gas, water, telecoms and electricity suppliers.
6. Confirm your home contents insurance policy covers you for your new home and if required for moving
7. Arrange for change of address cards to be printed

2 Weeks to Go

8. Make sure you have a good supply of packing material, boxes, paper, tape etc
9. Start throwing out unwanted items, if you've not seen it for a few years it's more than likely that you no longer need it - have a car boot sale

1 Week to Go

10. Send your change of address cards to family and friends
11. Arrange for re-direction of mail with the post office
12. Cancel any milk and newspapers you have delivered

1 Day to Go

13. Complete the last of the packing - go on have a take-a-way you deserve it
14. Cover carpets etc to stop them getting dirty on moving day

Moving Day - Moving Out

15. Strip the beds
16. Pack toiletries
17. Turn off and disconnect electric cooker etc
18. Turn off boiler and central heating
19. Take final meter readings of electricity, water and gas and turn off
20. Secure and windows and doors
21. Leave all keys with new owners

Moving Day - Moving In

22. Have a quick check around for any damage in your new home
23. Take meter reading of gas, water and electricity
24. Turn on all utilities - check for any water leaks
25. Un-pack slowly - take your time and relax you are in your new home

Who to Tell You've Moved

• Banks and building societies
• Utility companies
• Council tax office
• DVLA
• Income tax office
• Store cards
• Loan companies
• Your employer
• Doctor, dentist and any hospital
• Schools
• Clubs
• Friends and family