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GBPS: Plan Your Move
1 Month Before Moving
- Create a checklist of tasks to complete.
- Start looking for good packers movers.
- Plan the right date to schedule the move.
- Sort & declutter unwanted belongings.
- Arrange for donation or sell online.
- Schedule address change at important firms.
1 Week Before Moving
- Pack essentials in an overnight bag.
- Take clothes, toiletries, medications, etc.
- Organize & pack essential documents.
- Keep laptop, charger, jewellery, etc.
- Clean the new house before moving in.
- Hire professional cleaning services.
- Check for plumbing/wiring repairs.
- Book pest control services if needed.
- Manage utility services at both homes.
1 Day Before Moving
- Clean electronics & appliances.
- Defrost refrigerator overnight.
- Look for original boxes of electronics.
- Take photos of connections before unplugging.
- Pack wires in labelled Ziplocs.
On Moving Day
- Store personal belongings separately.
- Plan the order of loading & unloading.
- Guide movers during packing/loading.
- Clear the path from door to truck.
- Coordinate with movers during transit.
- Prepare new home for goods delivery.
- Instruct movers to place goods as needed.
- Check delivered boxes for damages.