If you are moving across town, you may be able to transfer your services to your new home. However, if you are moving long distances, you will likely be dealing with a new company that may or may not charge a setup fee. At the same time you could save few bucks by getting a “bundled” television, phone and Internet service from one company.

1. Introduction how to Move
Preparing for the move
Good planning and organization is a key for successful move. You should keep a special notebook with
all the planning, tasks, and important move-related information.
Prepare your items for move. Packing all your belongings and preparing your furniture for the move is
one of the most laborious parts of the moving process. To make it easier consult the following tips:
 Get rid of the items you don’t want to move by having a garage sale. Allow yourself enough
time to organize it. If you don’t want to deal with garage sales consider donating your
unwanted items.
 Keep a floor plan of the new house with you for reference while you pack and for moving
day.
 Keep tools for assembling beds and other furniture in easily accessible place, or tape them
to the furniture itself.
 Clean your belongings before moving them.
 To learn more about packing techniques, consult Our Moving Guide
Arrange your finances. It’s important to organize your finances to be ready for all kinds of surprises and
unexpected emergencies. Consult the following tips:
 Make sure that direct debit and billing links to your bank accounts are organized to handle any
changes resulting from your move
 Budget wisely and conservatively for any items that will be needed once you are in your new
home.
 Open new bank account. Try to open a new account before closing your old one, and transfer
your funds.
 Keep a detailed log of moving expenses in your notebook. Some may be tax-deductible, so make
sure you keep all the receipts.
Changing your address Remember to notify the post office that you will be moving, and provide them
with a new address Sherwood Park Movers. It is important to supply companies with a forwarding
address where they can send final invoices. Don’t get yourself surprised with late fees and credit
circumstances.
Also, it is important to teach your children the new address and phone number. Ask them to write it on
every packed box for practice.
Don’t forget small things.
 Check the dry cleaners for anything you still need to collect.
 Set aside and label keys to give to the new homeowners.
 Return any library books, rental videos, or items you may have borrowed from friends or
neighbours. Make sure to get back the items once borrowed from you as well.

2. Utilities a very important part of your move is disconnection and reconnection of all the utilities. Consult
the following tips:
 Learn about disconnection rules by calling a utility companies or visiting their websites.
 For disconnection or transfer of your utilities contact the companies at least two weeks
before the move. It will give them enough time to take final readings of water, gas, and
electrical meters. It also will save you from being subjected to any late notification
charges.
 Settle all the bills that are unsettled before the moving day, and recover all the refunds
and deposits.
 If you are moving across town, you may be able to transfer your services to your new
home. However, if you are moving long distances, you will likely be dealing with a new
company that may or may not charge a setup fee. At the same time you could save few
bucks by getting a “bundled” television, phone and Internet service from one company.
 Water and sewer service can be arranged directly through the appropriate town or city
department. The same holds true for garbage pickup and recycling, the cost of which is
usually rolled into the property tax bill.
 Make sure your utilities are working until a day after your moving day. You don’t want
to get your phone disconnected before the movers come, because they will not show up
without confirmation.
Prepare for your journey. If you are planning to drive to your new home, remember to tune up the car
to avoid a breakdown on the way. Also, pack a first aid box that will contain bandages, bug spray,
sunburn spray, tissues, and medications you or your family will need along the way
If you are flying to your new home, check the flight schedule closely and be sure to factor in the time
required to retrieve luggage and travel from the airport. Also make backup plans in case the flight is
delayed or you get stuck in traffic.

3. Moving day
Finally, the moving day arrives. Be ready to have a very hectic day, with plenty of activities, and lots of
details to remember and take care of. That’s why it is crucial to prepare yourself well.
Be present during the move. It is important to be present at the location from the time the moving team
arrives to the very last moment when the truck leaves your home.
If you cannot be present during the move, or you have a problem to be home to greet the movers
arrange for someone to do it for you. You might be facing extra charges for the time in case the team
will arrive at your home before you do.
You should supervise the movers’ work. Accompany the moving crew foreman as he fills out the
inventory sheet and supervise the loading process into the moving van. Be available to answer any
questions your movers may have, which means staying around until they’re finished.
Finally, keep your pets away from all the activity on moving day. If your dog is frenzied because of the
moving day activity, confine it somewhere away from the action.
Be considerate to your neighbors.
Remember, it’s you who are moving, and not your neighbors. Try to move during the daytime, but not
too early or too late.
Make sure the sidewalk and neighbor’s driveway are not blocked with moving truck or furniture waiting
to be loaded. Keep movers away from walking over your neighbor’s lawn or through their flowerbeds.
Finally, don’t leave trash, unwanted furniture or other debris on the sidewalk. Place it in proper
containers, and if it begins to overflow, go to the local dump.
Signing the papers it’s a very important part of the moving process. The foreman will ask you to sign a
bill of lading and check an inventory sheet when they are done loading the truck. More about the
different documents related to the move read here: Our Moving Guide Company->Important
documents.
Make sure you inspect all of your belongings closely and read the paperwork closely before you sign
anything. Read the inventory sheet carefully, and ask the foreman to explain anything you don’t
understand. Take a second walk throughout the house to make sure all items are accounted for. Make a
note of your shipment’s registration number, and keep your Bill of Lading handy.
Finalizing the pick-up if you’re moving long distance be aware that your property might share a truck
with that of several other households. For this reason, your mover might have to place your belongings
in his transit storage for several days. Therefore, ask your mover whether your goods will remain on the
truck until delivered. If they have to be stored, ask whether you can check the warehouse for security,
organization and cleanliness.

4. And finally, give the foreman your phone numbers and email addresses so you can stay in contact. For
long distance moves it is important to be in touch with the company’s long distance department to
make sure your shipment is scheduled for delivery and they have all the contact information and
addresses.
Take good care of the movers. Sherwood Park Movers work hard for you, and you should take good care
of them. Remember to set out water and snacks for the movers. On cold days, offer them hot tea and
coffee. Also, if the move will take long time get them lunch.
If you’re satisfied with the way the movers handled your possessions, it’s customary to tip the movers.
Read more about tipping here: Moving Guide->Moving Cost-Financial Tips->Tipping the movers
Leaving your house you should leave your old house as clean as you would like to find your new house.
Clean as much as you can before moving day, and then make a final check after everything is out.
Also, always shut and lock all windows and doors as you leave your old home on moving day.
What to do after the move
When you finally arrive at your new home you probably can’t wait to settle your house. However, don’t
rush and take your time. Don’t spend too much time unpacking right away. It is important to unload the
essentials, of course. But wait on the less important stuff.
In the first few days, take time to enjoy your new home with your family. Don’t despair if you are not
totally happy with it on the day you move in. Keep in mind that most homes can be adapted over time
to suit your lifestyle and tastes.

5. Take walks in the new neighborhood. Introduce yourselves to your new neighbors. Plan to order take-
out food or eat out, since you will be too tired to cook, and most of your appliances will still be packed.
So, take a walk to check out local restaurants and take-out spots.
When unpacking keep in mind the following tips:
 After you’ve moved, it’s a good idea to let all of your electrical appliances return to room
temperature before plugging them in.
 Flatten all your moving boxes for recycling. Many moving companies will pick them up after your
move.
 To learn more about unpacking read Our Moving Guide-> Unpacking tips.
And remember – always expect the unexpected. Few moves go smoothly, anticipate and predict trouble,
and most important – always keep a positive attitude!
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