Moving Checklist | Spartan Movers

One
Month
Prior

Walk through your home and take inventory of all unwanted items
Consider a garage sale for unwanted items or utilize Spartan Moving Waste Disposal service (free with every move)
Contact Spartan Movers for a supply plan (Including: free boxes, tape, box-cutters)
Inform subscribed newsletters, insurance companies and medical establishments about upcoming address change
Inform bank, utility companies, attended schools, CRA and Service Canada about upcoming address change
Assuming you have chosen Spartan Movers for your move, call our team to confirm your move date, costs, etc

Finalize a plan to cancel utilities before the next billing period
Put a pause on groceries and use up what is left in your pantry
Start packing items that are not frequently used (garage items, decorations, books, storage/shed, pots & pans, clothing)
Arrange the use of elevators and truck parking if moving to/from an apartment
Tie up any loose ends to such as last-minute shopping and laundry to relieve as much stress as possible, the week before your move will be busy
Arrange for any items to be kept in storage if needed before, during or after your move
Ensure you have taken time off work for your moving day(s)

Begin major packing (bedrooms, kitchen, bathrooms, closets and cabinets)
Disassemble bed sets, bookshelves, large tables and couches for ease of moving
Label each box clearly with its contents and designated rooms, create an online contents list to stay organized on what is packed and where
Get rid of any trash and recyclables
Arrange for utilities to be turned on at your new home upon your arrival
Arrange care for small children and pets for the move day
Towards the end of the week, engage in a full-house cleanup
Create an essentials box with toiletries, medications, basic kitchen supplies, tools and a change of clothes

Wake up early and meet your Spartan Movers!
Leave your phone number with a trusted neighbor so they can inform you of any mail delivered after you move
Accommodate for items that are not allowed to be moved by movers (aerosol, flammables, weapons, ammunition, propane, etc)
Valuables such as jewelry and important files should be packed and transported personally
Lock all your doors and windows before turning in your house keys to the appropriate parties
Do a final sweep of your home to ensure all items and loaded and accounted for
Transport your essential move-day items personally to your new home