Moving Checklist


We here at PaddyWagon Moving understand that moving home can often be unsettling and a tough experience. With this checklist which we have compiled, the process of moving on your end will be a much easier streamlined process, and once followed correctly, will make your moving day an effortless as possible!


10 week before moving:
Have you?

  • Chosen a moving company and signed the acceptance note?
  • Found storage in which to store your possessions once they have been moved?
  • Decided your mode of transport for the day of the move?
  • Made the correct provisions for your pets?

8 weeks before going:
Have you?

  • decided exactly what you will be disposing of?
  • arranged the proper disposal of these objects?

6 weeks before moving:
Have you?

  • Started your mailing list of people who will need to know your change of address?
  • Notified the relevant people of your change of address (ie Bank, PG&E, etc)
  • Gathered all important documents such as passports and birth certificates?

4 weeks before moving:
Have you?

  • Decided which clothes travel with you?
  • Started to dismantle any garden furniture or large items?
  • Made agreements of connections of services at your new home?
  • Canceled any outstanding subscriptions such as magazines and milk delivery?
  • Disposed of, or found new homes for your plants?

1 week before moving:
Have you?

  • Defrosted the refrigerator
  • Planned simple meals to avoid using appliances?
  • Separated luggage items you need for personal travel?
  • Cleaned garden tools, bicycles and other gardening equipment?
  • Dismantled all shelves that you wish to move?
  • Checked you have enough medication for at least two weeks, and ensure you have copies of any necessary prescriptions for use at destination?
  • Made arrangements for your children for move day?

Moving Day:

RELAX!