- Organise pest contol.
- Make sure that all connections of services have been done. ( Gas, Water, Electricity, Phone and internet )
- Change the locks and have keys cut.
- Check the smoke detectors are working and change the batteries.
- Have an emergency first aid kit on hand.
- Prepare your emergency evacuation plan.
- Have any repairs, painting and alterations done.
- Clean both the inside and outside.
- Make sure there is a clear path for the removalists to move your furniture in. Trim branches and make sure there are no slippery surfaces.
- Purchase any items that you may need and didn’t already have such as floor rugs and lamps.
- Make a map of where your removalist will place your furniture and packing cartons. Give them a copy on the moving day.
- Take the kids on a walk round the neighbourhood so they are familiar with how to get to school.
- Plan your first week’s meals so that you don’t have to think on the run when you are tired from the move.