Moving & Planning Tips
Too busy to think about what you need to do for your move?
Use our helpful hints to guide you.
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Keep necessary packing materials and extras aside:
- Utility knife, scissors, tape;
- Paper and plastic goods (cups, plates, knifes, forks, spoons, napkins)
- Flashlights and candles;
- Toiletries
Remember, we will provide all your materials at affordable prices and deliver them free of charge.
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Take important things with you (or send them certified and insured by courier):
- Photo albums;
- Legal and Financial documents (estate planning documents, insurance policies, birth certificates, passports, etc.)
- Jewelry;
- Computer back-ups;
- Prescriptions;
- Address books; and special toys
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Leave behind the unimportant items:
- Ask yourself if you really need the item and, if you don't:
- Have a garage sale;
- Donate it.
Caution: Do not pack flammable or hazardous chemicals (aerosol cans, matches, lighter fluid, gasoline and ammunition - please dispose of these items appropriately.
Also, we apologize, but we can't take your live plants or produce with us.
Okay, we're in the HOME stretch,
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Make sure:
- Fill out your change of address with the Post Office;
- Contact all the people who need your new information;
- Notify your financial institutions (banks, credit cards, etc.) of your move;
- Cancel your subscriptions and deliveries;
- Return movie rentals and/or library books
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