 | Move on a weekday if you can, when banks,
utilities and government offices are open.
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| Order preprinted address labels with your new
address as soon as you know it. It makes the
change-of-address process much easier.
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| Never make a move without
wardrobe boxes!
Not only can you move clothes directly from the
closet, but there's room on the bottom of the box
for shoes, throw pillows and linens.
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Keep a utility log to check
service-transfer dates. If you're moving locally,
leave the power and water on at your old address a
few extra days so you can go back and clean up
after your move.
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| Pack items you know you'll need (sheets,
towels, toiletries, tissues and a change of
clothes) in your clothes hamper on moving day and
you'll know just where to find them at your new
place!
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| Put plastic bags around the hoses of your
washing machine and secure them with rubber bands
to prevent leakage in transit.
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| Choose a "packing room" ahead of time and box
up a few things each day.
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| Wrap lamp shades separately with clean,
non-printed packing paper.
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| To save time, rent a
carpet
shampooer at the same time you rent
your truck.
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| Mark each box with its contents and
destination room. That way, you and your helpers
will know where each box belongs at your new home.
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| If moving locally, you may want your pets to
spend moving day with a friend. Animals can become
confused and frightened during a move.
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| Load houseplants last and unload them first.
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| Remember to allow for extra braking room when
driving a moving van. Anticipate stops and allow a
3 second gap between you and the vehicle in front
of you.
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Load the heaviest items first, in
front, and on the floor. Pack items firmly and
closely.
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