Moving day is easier when everyone knows the order of events and the decisions they can make. Keep a short schedule with the removal contact, key-release contact, expected travel time and a fallback for delays. Put essential documents and supplies in your own transport before loading begins.
Before the crew starts
Walk through the property with the mover. Identify the load, items staying behind, fragile or specialist belongings and anything changed since the survey. Confirm the destination rooms and access arrangements. Keep children, pets and anyone needing a quiet space away from active loading routes.
Before leaving the old home
- Inspect cupboards, drawers, outdoor areas and storage spaces.
- Take dated meter readings and relevant property photographs.
- Check agreed cleaning and remaining-item arrangements.
- Keep keys and security information ready for the authorised handover.
- Secure the property according to your agreed responsibilities.
At the new home
Confirm you are authorised to enter and that the route is ready. Photograph condition and meter displays before the rooms fill with boxes where practical. Direct large furniture first and label rooms clearly. Keep an accessible area for essentials and a clear route through the home.
Before the crew leaves
Check the inventory, inspect important items as reasonably possible and raise visible issues through the mover's process. Confirm any outstanding assembly or delivery work. Keep receipts for agreed extras and avoid relying on a verbal explanation of a changed charge.
Finish with beds, basic washing and a simple meal. Remaining boxes can wait until the household has recovered. Update the planner with unresolved jobs while they are fresh, including any missing item, service issue or follow-up call.
Put it into practice
Use the moving day schedule builder to organise your own figures or next steps. Keep its assumptions alongside your plan.