Home moving timeline
Work through these action items in phases. Add dates, owners, and receipts inside your dashboard so everyone involved stays aligned.
Plan & book
Gather quotes
Compare moving companies, truck rentals, cleaning services, and storage options. Know your inventory before you call.
Lock in vendors
Reserve movers and cleaners early. Confirm cancellation policies in case your closing date shifts.
Buy packing supplies
Boxes, tape, bubble wrap, labels, and furniture protection. Ask if movers provide crates or wardrobe boxes.
Sort belongings
Organize keep / donate / discard piles. Schedule charity pickups or bulk trash removals.
Secure time off
Request PTO for moving day and buffer time to unpack. Align with school schedules if needed.
Paperwork & services
Update addresses
Notify employers, banks, insurers, subscriptions, voter registration, DMV, and online retailers.
Transfer utilities
Schedule disconnects and new service dates for electricity, gas, water, trash, and internet.
Cancel local memberships
Close gym, clubs, and local services that won’t transfer to your new address.
Review insurance & wills
Adjust home, auto, and umbrella policies. Update or create a will to reflect the new property.
Packing & prep
Pack strategically
Label boxes by room and priority. Start with rarely used items and create an essentials box for move-in night.
Pet & childcare
Arrange care for pets or kids on moving day or pack a dedicated essentials kit if they’ll travel with you.
Run down perishables
Plan meals to minimize what needs refrigeration during the move.
Repair your current home
Patch, paint, and fix fixtures—especially if you’re renting and want your full deposit back.
Plan parking & access
Reserve curb space or loading docks for the moving truck at both addresses.
Move-in execution
Meter readings
Photograph outgoing and incoming utility meters to ensure accurate billing.
Keys & locks
Confirm key pickup logistics and consider rekeying locks on day one for security.
Meals & essentials
Plan takeout or easy meals for the first 48 hours. Stock toiletries, cleaning supplies, and basic kitchen items.
Trash & recycling
Learn the local pickup schedule, bin requirements, and bulk item policies.
Settle in
Health providers
Transfer medical and dental records. Establish care with local providers if you’re moving far.
Home upgrades
Book contractors for renovations, appliance deliveries, and smart home installations.
Budget recalibration
Update monthly budgets for new mortgage, taxes, commuting, and utilities.
Protection plans
Evaluate appliance or HVAC service plans now that you own the systems.
Manage your move in one workspace
Assign tasks, upload quotes, and track confirmations in your HousingBrain collaboration dashboard to stay organized under pressure.
Launch moving checklist