Moving Guide – Self Movers Check List

As soon as you know your are moving

Save receipts for all your moving expenses, in some circumstances expenses may be tax deductible.
Make your Budget Truck reservation as soon as you know your closing or move out dates.
If you are driving a truck and have an additional car without a driver, reserve towing equipment with you Budget Truck. If your vehicle is not compatible with towing equipment contact a vehicle transport company to make arrangements.
Make lists of all important information regarding your move, organization is very important as the next few months/weeks could be very hectic.
If you need, get copies of your medical/dental records and/or your pets veterinarian records. If you know who your doctors will be in your new location, arrange to have documents transferred.
As you are packing keep a list of all valuable items, make sure you hand carry the list with you on moving day.
Notified all utilities (gas, electric, LP, oil, phone, cable, alarm company, garbage, water, sewer) for termination of service at current location and returned any rented equipment.
Notified all utilities for connection of service at new location.
If children are of school age, contacted schools regarding unenrollment/enrollment.
Notified post office of change of address, turned in Post Office box keys. If you do not yet have a permanent address in your new location ask the post office in that city to hold your mail.
Notified credit cards, magazine subscriptions, newspapers, banks, insurance companies, employers of change of address.
Notify your homeowners insurance provider to get coverage for your new property.
Obtain a certificate of occupancy if your town requires it before you move.
Notified service providers (lawn services, house cleaners, pool cleaners) of move.
Gather documentation, keys, and anything that you are providing new homeowners.
Return library books and pick up any items you might have out for repair or cleaning.
If your moving from/to location has parking limitations make special arrangements with local law enforcement as a permit may be required.
If you are moving in/out of an apartment building, special permission may be required to use elevators, loading docks, or building access.
Make sure your possessions are insured during the move either through your homeowners insurance policy or purchase supplementary insurance.

Week of leading up to move day

For overnight moves, make hotel reservations along your route.
If using a bank that is not nearby your new location, close accounts and empty safety deposit boxes.
If your move is long distance and you are being accompanied by another vehicle make sure the vehicle is prepared and serviced to make the trip.
Confirmed reservation with Budget Truck rental dealer.
Checked routes and maps to new location, look for road restrictions and low bridges when driving your rental truck. If going to an unfamiliar location, reserve a Garmin GPS unit from Budget Truck.
Pick up travel money to pay for incidental expenses during the move.
Make sure you have items with you that you need to live with during your move for example, clothing, medicines, mobile device chargers, food and anything else you need until you can unpack.

After your move

Notify friends and family of your move and new address information.

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