The Ultimate House Moving Checklist

4 Weeks Before Moving Day

• Confirm your moving date and book your removal company early to secure the slot
• Start decluttering room by room — donate, sell, or recycle anything you no longer need
• Create an inventory of valuable or fragile items
• Begin using up food from the freezer and cupboards
• Notify your landlord if you are renting, or confirm completion dates if buying

2 Weeks Before

• Start packing items you rarely use — books, out-of-season clothes, spare bedding
• Label every box clearly with its room and contents
• Arrange redirection of your post with Royal Mail
• Update your address with your bank, employer, GP, and any subscriptions
• Take meter readings and notify your energy and water suppliers

The Week Of The Move

• Pack an essentials box: kettle, mugs, tea, phone chargers, toiletries, medication, and a change of clothes
• Defrost the fridge and freezer at least 24 hours before
• Confirm arrival time and parking arrangements with your removals team
• Keep important documents (passports, contracts) with you, not in the van
• Charge your phone and have cash or a card ready for any last-minute needs

On Moving Day

Be ready before the team arrives so loading can start promptly. Walk through each room to check nothing is left behind, take final meter readings, and lock all windows and doors. Once you arrive at your new home, direct the team on where each box and item should go — clear labelling really pays off here.

How We Help

At PowerMove Removals we handle every job ourselves — no subcontractors, no hidden charges. We can help with as much or as little as you need, from a full house removal with packing to a simple man and van run. Get in touch for a free, no-obligation quote.