{"id":4399,"date":"2016-06-30T13:58:50","date_gmt":"2016-06-30T18:58:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ushipblogsubd.wpengine.com\/?p=4399"},"modified":"2025-09-03T16:00:09","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T16:00:09","slug":"moving-timeline","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ushipblogsubd.wpengine.com\/tips\/moving-timeline\/","title":{"rendered":"Moving Timeline"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Things can get hectic during a big move. There are so many little things to remember it\u2019s easy to let something slip. To combat that, we\u2019ve laid out the most important things to remember during a move in one convenient moving timeline. It might be a good idea to print out this page and check it off as items are completed. Staying organized during such a big life event will allow you more time to enjoy your new home when you arrive.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4400\" src=\"https:\/\/ushipblogsubd.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Moving-Timeline-1.jpg\" alt=\"Moving timeline | Open desert road\" width=\"668\" height=\"384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ushipblogsubd.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Moving-Timeline-1.jpg 668w, https:\/\/ushipblogsubd.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Moving-Timeline-1-300x172.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 668px) 100vw, 668px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>8 WEEKS BEFORE YOUR MOVE<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Begin by learning about the <a href=\"https:\/\/ushipblogsubd.wpengine.com\/tips\/the-different-moving-service-types\/\">different types of moving services<\/a> and decide which option is best for your moving needs.<\/li>\n<li>Researching <a href=\"http:\/\/www.uship.com\/movers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">moving companies<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fmcsa.dot.gov\/protect-your-move\/valuation-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">moving insurance options<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Organize all important move-related paperwork, download uShip\u2019s FREE <a href=\"https:\/\/ushipblogsubd.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Moving-Checklist.pdf\">Moving Checklist<\/a>\u00a0and <a href=\"https:\/\/ushipblogsubd.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Moving-Inventory-Templates.pdf\">Moving Inventory Templates<\/a>\u00a0to help\u00a0build a moving calendar so\u00a0you can stay organized along the way!<\/li>\n<li>If you have a landlord, let them know about your move at this time. (Note: most properties require a 60-90 day notice prior to a move).<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ushipblogsubd.wpengine.com\/tips\/comparing-your-moving-options\/\">Set a budget for your move.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>7 WEEKS BEFORE YOUR MOVE<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Gather packing materials.<\/li>\n<li>Purchase <a href=\"http:\/\/www.uline.com\/BL_5052\/Uline-Carpet-Protection-Tape\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">plastic coverings<\/a> for your carpet to protect it on moving day.<\/li>\n<li>Purge and sort. A move is the perfect time to get rid of some of the clutter in your home. If you haven\u2019t used it in a year, don\u2019t move it!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/guides.uship.com\/moving\/how-to-hold-a-garage-sale\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plan a garage sale<\/a> and donate anything you don\u2019t sell to a local charity.<\/li>\n<li>Get quotes from moving companies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>6 WEEKS BEFORE YOUR MOVE<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Lock in your chosen\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/uship.com\/movers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">moving company<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>If you will need a storage facility, acquire one now.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>5 WEEKS BEFORE YOUR MOVE<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Begin packing non-essentials and <a href=\"https:\/\/ushipblogsubd.wpengine.com\/tips\/pack-fragile-valuable-items-move\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fragile items<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>If the move will require time off work or other delays, discuss that with your supervisor around this time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>4 WEEKS BEFORE YOUR MOVE<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/moversguide.usps.com\/icoa\/move-info\/icoa-main-flow.do?execution=e1s2&amp;amp;_flowId=icoa-main-flow&amp;amp;referral=SEM-exactD-N&amp;amp;kwd=CoA&amp;amp;gclid=COfToeWg88wCFZeEaQodrNYHCw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Submit change of address form<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Notify all appropriate parties of your move and provide them with an updated address (utilities, family and friends, pharmacy, etc.).<\/li>\n<li>Stop buying perishable foods.<\/li>\n<li>Start cooking what you have on hand to reduce the amount of perishables you\u2019ll have to move.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>3 WEEKS BEFORE YOUR MOVE<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Begin closing accounts that you won\u2019t be transferring to your new home.<\/li>\n<li>If you will be using a new doctor, have any medical records transferred.<\/li>\n<li>If your kids will be attending new schools, have their school records transferred.<\/li>\n<li>Start planning for care of any pets and\/or children during your move. If the kids are old enough to help, consider letting them help, if they are not consider asking a family member or friend to watch over them until the move is over.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>2 WEEKS BEFORE YOUR MOVE<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Introduce children to their new bedrooms. Giving your kids a chance to get familiar with their new surroundings will help ease their stress (and yours) when moving day comes.<\/li>\n<li>Box it up! Finish packing and disassembling what will be moved to be ready for your movers to arrive.<\/li>\n<li>Arrange for internet access at your new place.<\/li>\n<li>Separate hazardous materials and cleaning supplies. Pack and move these items personally to ensure a safe arrival.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>1 WEEKS BEFORE YOUR MOVE<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Consider hiring a cleaning company to clean out your old home, top to bottom, to ensure you will get your deposit back.<\/li>\n<li>Confirm your moving date\/times with your chosen moving company.<\/li>\n<li>Confirm AC\/heating services will be turned on at your new home by moving day.<\/li>\n<li>Pack an essentials bag that you can have on hand and ready to go for your first night in the new home.<\/li>\n<li>Defrost and clean out your freezer. Clean out your refrigerator.<\/li>\n<li>Run through your inventory, checklist, and moving calendar one final time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>THE DAY OF\u00a0YOUR MOVE<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Lay down any <a href=\"http:\/\/www.uline.com\/Grp_308\/Carpet-Surface-Protection-Tapes?pricode=WH889&amp;amp;AdKeyword=plastic%20cover%20for%20carpet&amp;amp;AdMatchtype=e&amp;amp;gclid=CKqR-terzc0CFQiUaQodZtUMAw&amp;amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">protective materials<\/a> (i.e. plastic over the carpet) to prevent any possible damage to your home during the move. With people coming in and out all day, it\u2019s better to be safe<br \/>\nthan sorry.<\/li>\n<li>Make a final pass through your home after all of the movers have left to double check nothing was left behind.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Remember, staying organized and planning your move appropriately will help ensure your moving day comes and goes with ease.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Things can get hectic during a big move. There are so many little things to remember it\u2019s easy to let something slip. To combat that, we\u2019ve laid out the most important things to remember during a move in one convenient moving timeline. 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