4 Weeks to go ? Get a master list of the things that will be moved ? Book a moving company ? If you are moving long distance, renting a storage unit may be necessary ? Begin packing non-essentials and items you don't use frequently ? Keep a record of your moving expenses. These are often tax deductable! 2 Weeks before Moving Day ? Start sending change-of address notifications to the phone office, utility companies, trash removal, banks and other subscriptions you may have. Also start making arrangements of the reconnection of your utilities in the new home. ? Plan the floor plan of the new home 7 Days to go ? Finish packing and accurately label boxes ? Verify arrangements you have made with the moving company ? Pack a separate travel kit containing food, prescription drugs, toiletries and basic tools A Day before the Big Day ? Keep theses items at hand: The keys to your new home, a copy of floor plan and map moving house. ? Get a restful sleep ? Make one final check on the house Moving day ? Wait for movers to arrive at your home ? Check each truck and box that leaves and arrives in your new home ? Clean the house ? Assemble appliances ? Put survival kit accessible to the family