MOVING GUIDE

6-8 Weeks Before Moving:

This is a great time to begin the details of your move.

1. Make a list of items you plan on moving to your new home and items you wish to take to storage.
2. Make a list of items to be handled by the mover and those you will handle yourself. Dispose of the items that you do not need and consider a garage sale if you have time.
3. Get estimates from several moving companies.
4. Many moving expenses are deductible. So, maintain a file with important information and receipts for moving related expenses.
5. If moving to a new community, find out about the schools, parks, recreation, and community programs from the local Chamber of Commerce or Visitor's Bureau.
6. Transfer medical, property, fire, and auto insurance through your insurance agent.
7. Place all your medical records in a safe place. Do not forget prescriptions, vaccination, and pet records and other important information.

4-5 Weeks Before Moving:

1. If you are planning to do some of the packing, start collecting moving and packing supplies. Moving supplies are available for purchase at most of our storage facilities.
2. Contact the post offce, and complete a US Postal change of address form and provide your new address to your telephone company, trash company, cable/satellite, water, electric company, internet provider, insurance companies, banks and financial institutions, clubs, local government agencies and any other utility companies.
3. Register your children in their new schools. It would be a good idea to involve kids in the moving process. They can help pack their toys and items from their room.
4. Contact utility companies - electricity, gas, phone and others for disconnection after your scheduled move out. And call ahead to have utilities connected to your new home.
5. If you have pets make arrangements for transportation. Find out if there are specific requirements for pet ownership in your new township. Also, obtain the veterinarian records.

2-4 Weeks Before Moving:

1. If you have young children, you might want to arrange for a baby-sitter on moving day to ensure they remain safe during the loading process.
2. Remember to return library books and anything you have borrowed. Also, collect items you have loaned to friends.
3. You may NOT want to pack your valuables in the moving van, think about taking them with you.
4. Plants - some state laws do not allow moving house plants. Plants could be given to friends or perhaps a local charity.
5. If you are going to travel by car, you may want to get the automobile serviced prior to your departure.
6. Start packing items you don't currently need. If renting a storage unit, determine which items go to storage and which items go to your new home.
7. Don't forget anything in basements, attics, and closets. Don't forget about clearing out safety deposit boxes.
8. Disassemble your computer and back up important computer files. Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.
9. Dispose of inflammable items like fireworks, cleaning fluids, matches, acids, chemistry sets and other hazardous items.