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Teleport Moving Tips

1-2 months before

  • Research moving companies, get estimates, talk to them, and hire someone you can trust!
  • Start packing infrequently used items like seasonal clothing.
  • Donate or sell items you want to get rid of.

1 month before

  • Continue packing – Label! Label! Label! Use colors, numbers, signs or whatever system works!
  • Create a plan on how you will pack and keep safe all financial and personal documentation during your move.
  • Create a plan on how you will pack and keep other valuables and jewelry safe during your move.
  • Consider renting plastic crates to avoid purchasing and using extra cardboard.
  • Cut down on boxes by making all your suitcases, laundry bins and baskets work for you!
  • Wrap your breakables in clothing to save on bubble wrap
  • Use small boxes for heavy items

1-2 weeks before

  • Confirm the arrangements with your moving company, make sure they have correct addresses, gate codes, and phone numbers.
  • Check for any moving restrictions at your old and new home, some communities require notice of move, elevator reservations and have specific time slots when moving is allowed.
  • Arrange help for your pets and/or small children on the moving day.
  • Make a list of services you need to cancel, disconnect or transfer to your new home.
  • Change your address

A few days before

  • Put together a bag of essentials for every family member (toiletries, clothing, medicine).
  • Take pictures of your electronics before disconnecting
  • Set aside cleaning supplies for your moving day
  • Put together a small cooler of snacks and refreshments for everyone that helps you on the day you move.

The day you move

  • You have done all the planning and preparing, Enjoy your move! We hope this is a start to a great new chapter in your life!