Moving home checklist

There’s a lot to do when you move house. Let us help take some of the stress away and get you organised with our checklist.

 

Let’s get you ready to move

If it’s your first or your fifth home move, it’s good to get a reminder of the jobs you need to do.

  • Packing tips.
  • Tell people you're moving.
  • Moving day tips.
  • Final things for after you've moved.

Packing tips

Moving house is a great time to clear out some clutter.

Pack the things you know you need or want to keep. When packing:

  • make sure you wrap breakables carefully and label heavy boxes.
  • label each box with what room it should go in when you unpack.
  • set aside an hour a day. Just pack one room at a time and you’ll soon have it done.
  • make sure you have a van, or a removal company booked.

Tell people you’re moving

It’s not just friends and family who need to know you’re moving. Here are some others to tell.

A quick checklist

  • Update subscription services or online retailers.
  • Get your final council tax bill for your old home. Then register at your new address.
  • Update your driver’s licence with the DVLA.
  • Tell your employer.
  • Re-register on the electoral roll on the gov.uk website to be able to vote.
  • Redirect your mail for a fee with the Post Office’s redirection service.

Bills and insurance

  • Send final meter readings to your energy, gas and water providers.
  • Check if you can transfer your home insurance policy to your new home.
  • Update your car insurance.
  • Update your address on the TV licensing website.

Tell your landlord

Make sure you give your landlord enough notice.

Your tenancy agreement will list the amount of notice you need to give, but it’s usually at least 30 days.

Moving day

It’ll be a busy day with plenty to do before you can put up your feet and relax.

Here are a few tips to help you:

  • Arrange day care for small children or pets. Having them out of the way while you get unpacked may help.
  • Pack a box of essential supplies. You’ll be glad to have a kettle, chargers and cleaning supplies to hand.
  • Do a final sweep of your old home. Switch off everything, check you haven’t left anything and take meter readings.
  • Leave a useful-information sheet for the new owners. For example, where the meters are, what days the bins go out and the alarm codes.

Here’s a handy checklist...

With things to do when preparing to move and when to do them.

Download your checklist (PDF, 47 Kb)

After you’ve moved

Once you’ve unpacked, there’s just a few final things to tick off your list.

  • Take the meter readings – you’ll need to send this on to your new provider.
  • Test the appliances – make sure the plugs, boiler and taps are all in working order.
  • Check for leaks or damage – your building survey should detail any issues with the property.
  • Change the locks – it’s always wise to get locks changed and spare keys cut.
  • Introduce yourself to your neighbours – pop round and say hello.

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