Congratulations on moving to a new home! You’re probably a little worn out from the process but as you know, you’re not done quite yet. There are still tasks that need to be done so you can completely settle in. To help you remember all of them, we’ve provided the following checklist:
Moving to a New Home Checklist
Moving Day
- Make sure each of your utility services are on and working properly.
- Confirm that your old utilities have been shut off.
- Make sure your phone calls are being forwarded from your old number.
- Inspect your appliances, computers and electronic equipment as you set them up, so you can make sure nothing was damaged or lost during the move. This would also be a good time to hook up the Internet connection to all relevant equipment so you can further ensure that everything is working properly. Call your Internet service provider right away if the connection isn’t working. And if the moving truck driver is still there, mention any damaged or missing components and find out the procedure for making a claim.
- If you have wood or tile flooring, place rubber or plastic “coasters” under the legs of major furniture pieces to protect the floors.
- Establish locations for the family first aid kit, any essential medications and fire extinguishers, and tell everyone in the family where they are.
Within a Few Days of Moving to a New Home
- Make sure your mail is being forwarded from your old home and that everyone has been notified of your new address.
- If you don’t have one already, create a file with all receipts and other documentation related to your move. File it where you keep other important financial records so you’ll have easy access to the receipts at tax time.
- Register your children for school as quickly as possible. This will help everyone get back into a beneficial routine.
- You might want to order subscriptions to the local newspaper and community magazines so you can get to know your new surroundings quicker.
Within Two Weeks of Moving to a New Home
- Find the main circuit breaker box and make sure that each breaker is labeled correctly.
- If you’ve moved out of your old neighborhood, register to vote in your new location.
- Change the address on your old driver’s license if you’ve moved locally or get a new license if you’ve moved out of state.
- Get new vehicle license plates, if necessary.
- Introduce yourself to your new neighbors and trade phone numbers, so you can contact each other easily in case there’s an emergency.
- Get a library card for everyone in the family.
We hope you find this moving to a new home checklist helpful and that you enjoy your new home!
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