MOVING CHECKLIST IN ASSOCIATION WITH ROBINSONS REMOVALS

 

4 Weeks Before Moving Have You:

q       Completed a change of address form with the Post Office to re-route mail

q       Informed magazines, book and record clubs of your new address

q       Decided which items you would like to donate to charity – remember Robinsons participate in the Oxboxx scheme which means we will take all donated items to Oxfam on your behalf

q       Informed water, gas and electricity suppliers to have your services turned off after your departure

q       Made arrangements at your new home for utility connections

q       Informed Schools, Church, Clubs and any other organisations of your impending move

 

3 Weeks Before Moving Have You:

q       Requested any packing materials you require from Robinsons if you wish to pack any items yourself

q       Made a list of contact names and telephone numbers you will need when you move into your new home

q       Considered plants and pets on moving day – Robinsons can provide a helpful leaflet

q       Disposed of items you do not require in your new home

q       Returned borrowed things and collected things you’ve loaned to friends

q       Made arrangements for servicing your appliances

q       Contacted carpet cleaners if required

q       Notified Doctor, Dentist, Optician

q       Started to run down the contents of your freezer

q       Made a sketch plan of your new home to determine placement of furnishings

q       Transferred insurance to cover fire, theft and personal property at your new home

q       Considered attending a car boot sale to dispose of items you do not require in your new home 

 

2 Weeks Before Moving Have You:

q       Disposed of flammables such as petrol, matches, cleaning fluids, bleach and aerosol cans

q       Discontinued regular services such as newspapers, window cleaning etc

q       Made arrangements to have satellite dish moved to new property

q       Informed friends and family of your new address – Robinsons can provide change of address cards

q       Arranged for fitted carpets to be professionally loosened

 

1 Week Before Moving Have You:

q       Transferred bank and savings accounts to avoid losing interest

q       Made arrangements to discontinue your telephone service and establish a phone service at your new home

q       Arranged for rugs and curtains to be cleaned

q       Used up your frozen food supply or made arrangements to give it away

q       Drained fuel from lawnmowers and other power equipment

q       Packed/emptied your loft/sheds

q       Found and labelled keys

 

1 Day Before Moving Have You: 

q       Defrosted and thoroughly cleaned the refrigerator

q       Taken down pictures and mirrors

q       Disconnected your cooker, washing machine and dishwasher

q       Taken down curtains and blinds

q       Arranged minders for children and pets

 

Moving Day - Relax! And Let Robinsons Do All The Work But Remember To:

q       Disconnect light fittings

q       Make sure plants are drained of excess water

q       Make sure you have personally taken jewellery and cash with you to your new home

q       Lock all windows and doors - turn off all switches before leaving

 

Notification Checklist - A Summary Sheet Listing People Or Organisations You May Need To Notify Of Your Move:

q       Doctor

q       Dentist

q       House insurance company

q       Car insurance company

q       Electricity Board

q       Water Board

q       Gas Board

q       Telephone company, internet provider

q       Bank

q       Post Office

q       Building Society

q       Inland Revenue

q       School

q       College

q       Local Council

q       Library

q       DVLA

q       Motor organisation

q       Milkman

q       Newsagent/magazine subscription

q       Sports/social club

q       Satellite/cable television provider

q       Church/place of worship

q       Vet

 

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