Moving Day
Two or Three days before the move
- Defrost your refrigerator and freezer.
- Have the movers pack your shipment.
- Arrange to have cash, a certified cheque, or money order ready to pay the driver on delivery day.
- Set aside valuables and legal documents to go with you, not in the van.
- Pack clothing and toiletries to go with you, take a day or two’s extra clothes in case of delay.
- Pack your first-day handy items box (see “Delivery Day”) to go with you.
Moving Day
- Do-it-yourself movers should pick up the truck early.
- Make a list of every item and box loaded onto the truck.
- Let the mover know where you can be reached.
- Before you sign your agreement with the mover, read the conditions.
- Keep it in a safe place until your goods are delivered, charges are paid, and any claims are settled.
- Check your old house to make sure you’ve turned off water, appliances etc.
- Inspect basement, attic, garage.
- Be on hand to answer questions and give directions to the mover.
Delivery Day
Assemble first-day handy items:
- Scissors.
- Utility knife.
- Coffee cups.
- Tea kettle.
- Paper plates.
- Toilet paper.
- Instant coffee, tea, soft drinks.
- Soap.
- Pencils and paper.
- Local phone book.
- Masking tape.
- Bath towels.
- Trash bags.
- Toiletries kit.
- Shelf liner.
- Check off all boxes and items as they come off the truck.
- Make sure the utilities are hooked up.
- Unpack kids’ toys.
- Be on hand to answer questions, pay the driver, give direction and examine your belongings.