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The free 8-week moving checklist nothing slips through

Counted back from your move day. Tick items off as you go, print it, or download a personalised PDF.

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8 weeks to go

Confirm completion / move-in date with solicitor and current landlord.
Start sorting through belongings — declutter ruthlessly, this saves cubic feet.
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Request copies of important records (medical, dental, school).

6 weeks to go

Book your removal company. Confirm in writing.
Notify your child's current school and arrange transfer paperwork.
Start using up frozen and tinned food — minimise what you have to move.
Begin researching utility providers at the new address.

4 weeks to go

Notify HMRC, your bank, employer, and the DVLA of your address change.
Arrange home insurance for the new property (effective from completion day).
Book any specialist services: piano movers, pet transport, car shipping.
If renting, give written notice to your landlord (check minimum notice period).

2 weeks to go

Confirm parking and access arrangements at both properties.
Set up Royal Mail redirect (12 months recommended).
Disassemble any flat-pack furniture you're confident about.
Take meter readings on the morning of the move.
Pack an 'essentials box': kettle, mugs, tea, toilet roll, phone chargers.

Moving day

Be home (or on-site) when the removals team arrives.
Walk through the empty property and photograph meter readings.
Drop keys at the estate agent or hand them over per the contract.
On arrival: place beds first, then unpack the kitchen and bathroom essentials.

1 week after

Register with a local GP, dentist, and update the electoral roll.
Test smoke and carbon-monoxide alarms in every room.
Leave a 5-star review for your removal partner on QuoteMyMove.
Save and file all moving-related receipts (some may be tax-deductible).

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