Moving House Checklist | Step-by-Step

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🗓️ 8 Weeks Before Your Move

Instruct a conveyancing solicitor — Compare quotes and appoint your solicitor as soon as your offer is accepted.

Book a home survey — Commission a Level 2 or Level 3 survey before exchanging contracts.

Start getting removal quotes — Compare at least 3–5 removal companies early, especially for busy periods.

Arrange your mortgage — Confirm your mortgage offer is in place with your lender.

Begin decluttering — Start sorting items to sell, donate, or dispose of. Less to move means lower removal costs.

🗓️ 6 Weeks Before Your Move

Book your removal company — Confirm your chosen mover once your exchange date is set.

Give notice to your landlord — If renting, check your contract for the required notice period (usually 1–2 months).

Notify your employer of your new address — Update payroll and HR records.

Start gathering free boxes — Check local supermarkets, Facebook Marketplace, and Freecycle.

Research your new area — Schools, GP surgeries, dentists, supermarkets, transport links.

Arrange school transfer — Apply for school places if moving with children.

🗓️ 4 Weeks Before Your Move

Redirect your Royal Mail post — Set up mail redirection at royalmail.com (from around £33.99 for 3 months).

Notify DVLA of new address — Update your driving licence and vehicle registration.

Inform your bank and building society — Update your address on all accounts, cards, and savings.

Notify utility providers — Inform gas, electricity, and water suppliers of your move date.

Notify broadband and TV providers — Transfer or cancel your contract at the right time.

Contact your insurer — Notify your contents and home insurance provider. Arrange cover for your new home from the exchange date.

Start packing non-essentials — Books, seasonal items, ornaments, and spare rooms first.

🗓️ 2 Weeks Before Your Move

Confirm move date with your removal company — Re-confirm all arrangements including parking and access.

Apply for parking suspensions — If you need the removal van to park near your home, apply to your local council at least 5–7 days in advance.

Notify HMRC of your new address — Update via your Government Gateway account.

Inform your GP and dentist — Request medical record transfers to new practices near your new home.

Update electoral roll — Register to vote at your new address at gov.uk/register-to-vote.

Return library books — Return borrowed items and cancel your library card if relocating far.

Pack a moving day essentials box — Kettle, mugs, phone charger, toiletries, medication, important documents, snacks.

🗓️ Moving Day

Take meter readings at both properties — Gas, electricity, and water at your old AND new home.

Do a final check of every room, cupboard, and loft — Check under beds, behind doors, and in outdoor areas.

Hand over your keys to the estate agent or buyer — Don't forget garage keys, shed keys, and any spare sets.

Collect keys to your new home — Confirm collection arrangements with your estate agent in advance.

Check the new property before the removal team arrives — Note any damage and document with photos.

Check broadband availability and router position — Know where your new router/phone point is located.

🗓️ After You Move In

Submit your meter readings — Contact your new utility suppliers with the readings you took on move day.

Set up broadband at new home — Book your engineer visit well in advance if switching provider.

Update your council tax — Contact your old council to close your account and register with your new one.

Check smoke and CO alarms — Test all detectors and replace batteries if needed.

Locate stopcock, fuse box, and gas meter — Know where these are in case of an emergency.

Introduce yourself to neighbours — A friendly introduction goes a long way in a new community.

Update your passport and other ID documents — Update your address when you next renew.

Register with a new GP and dentist — Do this sooner rather than later — appointment slots can fill up fast.

Check your home insurance policy is active for your new address — Confirm buildings and contents cover from day one.

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