Moving Checklist
You are about to close an old chapter in your life and open a new one—it’s time to relocate! Moving is something we all do multiple times in our lives, yet it remains one of the most stressful moments. To ensure a smooth and stress-free relocation, good preparation is key. Well begun is half done. Use this moving checklist as a guideline for your move.
2 Months Prior to the Move
- Request relocation leave from your employer.
- Ask your employer about the moving allowance.
- Cancel the rent on your old place.
- Make agreements with both the new and former residents of your homes.
- Inquire about new schools and childcare.
- Register your children at the new school, sports club, doctor, dentist, and pharmacy.
- Take measurements of your new home for planning your interior.
- Check if all furniture fits through stairwells, doors, and windows. If not, consider a moving lift.
- Ensure there is enough space and proper connections in your kitchen for appliances.
- Inform your landlord, friends, and family about your relocation and ask for help if needed.
- Sort and organize the items you want to move and those you will dispose of.
- Sell unwanted items or donate them to a thrift store.
- Create a moving folder for quotes, receipts, and invoices.
- Decide which services you need: packing, moving, handyman, or clearance.
- Request a free quote via www.studentmovingcompany.nl and schedule your move.
1 Month Prior to the Move
- Report the move to your TV, telephone, and internet providers.
- Transfer home insurance policies.
- Convert or cancel your parking permit if moving outside the city.
- Apply for a permit if your street needs to be blocked for moving.
- Turn off gas, electricity, and water in your old home.
- Connect utilities at your new home.
- Purchase packing materials if packing yourself.
- Start packing items you won’t need soon, such as books and seasonal clothing.
- Plan a housewarming party.
2 Weeks Prior to the Move
- Inform organizations (municipality, doctors, dentist, etc.) about your address change.
- For business relocations, notify suppliers, customers, and authorities.
- Collect all spare keys to your old home and store them safely.
- Arrange childcare and pet care for moving day.
- Ensure you have enough waste bags for last-minute disposal.
- Pack a box with important papers and valuables for safekeeping.
1 Week Prior to the Move
- Clean your new home and create a floor plan for interior setup.
- Remove lamps and curtains from your old home and install them in the new one.
- Schedule a municipality appointment for final waste collection.
- Inform our moving specialists of any last-minute changes.
1 Day Prior to the Move
- Unplug, defrost, and clean your refrigerator.
- Dismantle large furniture that cannot be moved whole.
- Disconnect electrical appliances like TVs and home theater systems.
- Reserve two parking spaces near your home for the moving van.
- Pack the last remaining items, using wrapping paper for fragile goods and plastic covers for furniture.
- Get a good night’s sleep!
Moving Day – Old House
- Reserve two parking spaces for the moving van.
- Keep your keys, cash, and cards in a secure place.
- Be on time or arrange for a representative to oversee the move.
- Clearly assign tasks if family or friends are helping.
- Discuss any last-minute changes with the foreman.
- Clean your old home, record meter readings, and turn off utilities.
- Ensure all windows and doors are closed and nothing is left behind.
- Say goodbye to your neighbors and hand over the keys.
Moving Day – New House
- Reserve two parking spaces for the moving van.
- Be on time or arrange for a representative.
- Direct movers to place furniture and boxes in the correct rooms.
- Assemble your bed immediately for a good night’s rest.
- Complete payment and settle with StudentMovingCompany.
- Save the moving receipt in your moving folder.
- Inspect all moved items for potential damage.
- If damage has occurred, take photos and email them with a copy of the receipt to info@studentmovingcompany.nl. Our damage expert will contact you promptly.
1 Week After the Move
- Allow your refrigerator and freezer liquids to stabilize for 24 hours before plugging them in.
- Make at least one room fully habitable as soon as possible.
- Report your new address to your municipality within a few days of moving.
Final Word
Thank you for choosing StudentMovingCompany! We wish you success and happiness in your new home. We hope this moving checklist has helped guide you through the relocation process.
Need additional assistance? Our moving specialists are happy to help! Contact us at info@studentmovingcompany.nl.
