Interstate Movers Guide to Stress Free Removals: Moving House Checklist

Have you snared that new job interstate or received that big promotion that requires you to relocate? Moving between Melbourne and Sydney?

Moving house can be a very stressful experience, especially if it is interstate and you aren’t prepared for it. Remember that you are moving from your current comfort zone, which is not only limited to your immediate abode, but the city & environment that you and your loved ones have become used to. You are relocating to a place that will no doubt be quite different. It is, therefore very important that you prepare way ahead of the day to ensure that everything goes as smoothly as possible especially if your move is as monumental as it would be between Sydney and Melbourne.

To do as soon as possible

Book Interstate Movers: Your specialist removals company between Melbourne & Sydney

You should always take care in choosing your interstate moving company. Do not be “blinded” simply by the offer that a particular company makes. You might be getting a really lousy service if you just choose the cheapest price available, and watch for hidden costs particularly in the area of insurance. When transporting your valuables over a large distance, paying for good quality service is worth far more than replacing damaged goods!

As soon as you know make the booking with your removalist company. This is the first step when planning such a big move – be sure to give your removalist team a lot of notice. This way you are positioned to pick your preferred day to move house and we can prepare to serve you better. The best way is to ask for the assistance of Interstate Movers, the professional team of removalists for removals between Melbourne & Sydney.

Prior to your move and before our team of removalists come with our moving vans to help you and your family transfer, it is important for you to prepare a detailed checklist.
Why? You quite simply don’t want to miss any important things that you could leave behind or those unwanted things that can be given away. This is particularly important when you’re not simply moving suburbs, but states!

Therefore, it helps to have a checklist when you are moving because it would contain all the things you need to do to preserve you sanity and make your move as painless as possible.

Tips to Remember

Say your “goodbyes” early
If you have kids at school, ensure to give the school ample notice that you are moving so that they can prepare the necessary documents they will need for their new school. Also advise the power & gas, water utilities companies, internet provider & telephone companies, banks and credit card companies, the electoral board, and other agencies in the area that you deal with in your current residence about your transfer, and inform them of the forwarding address of your soon-to-be home. Do not forget to cancel (or advise of your new address, as applicable) to agencies or magazines where you may have any subscriptions. Doing this early enough will save both parties from any possible misunderstanding or unnecessary difficulties.
Say your “hellos” early, too
On the flipside, make sure to give ample notice to the companies and agencies that you will be dealing with where you will be transferring. If your bank has a branch in your new area, a quick call to advise them will do wonders in making sure that your financial issues are in order. Ensure that make your electorate changes as well as any state specific alterations such as acquiring a new driver’s licence. The school that your children will be moving to will also need to be advised early enough so that they will be able to attend school as soon as you get settled. Be sure to check any variations in term dates.
The same applies to other companies like the power & gas and water utilities companies, so you can arrive to a well-lit home with gas for cooking and water to wash up with after a day of moving. If you want to make sure that you don’t miss the latest issue of your favourite magazine, also let them know about your pending transfer.
Pack early
At least a week before you actually move, make sure that all the things you want to bring with you are ready to be moved. Do not put this off until the last minute when the Sydney or Melbourne removalists arrive or you will end up bringing the things that were not worth bringing to your new home at all. Set aside the clothes that you and your family will be wearing for a week, and put these all in one big box when you are done using them to bring with you on the day that you move.

4-6 weeks before you move

Your next consideration is your moving checklist. Preparation is critical when you’re moving. This checklist will assist you in preparing for that big moving day.

Redirect your mail & change your address at the post office using mail redirection services
Make a list of all the items you may need for the moving day, so that you do not pack anything essential
Start cleaning out cupboards and packing up things into boxes from the things you do not use often – be particularly cautious when packing for an interstate move to avoid breakage
Check whether your insurance policy covers your move and check any clauses around this
Throw out as much junk as possible in your cupboards and garage. The best way to do this is through charity bins, churches, op shops or garage sales
Start using up the food in your freezer and cupboards and do not make any bulk purchases. You don’t want to cart food with you over such a distance
Collect packing boxes and materials from supermarkets or organise to buy or hire packing cartons from Interstate Movers
Contact your landlord/real estate agent if you are renting to confirm the date of the planned move. Also arrange a final inspection and refund of your bond

2 weeks before the big move day

Confirm booking arrangements with Interstate Movers to ensure the move is on track to take place as scheduled
Defrost and clean your fridge and freezer the day before you move so that the sensitive heating/cooling element is not damaged
Arrange for the disconnection and reconnection of electricity, gas, telephone & internet provider – allow 5 working days to complete this on both sides
Cancel all newspaper deliveries, cleaning & gardening and any other local services
If you are renting, arrange for carpet cleaners to come in after you have moved house
Start as early as possible packing – the more you do before the day, the less stressful the move day will be. Label all boxes clearly according to room in which they below.
Specially mark all boxes which are heavy or fragile
To ensure maximum security, arrange for new locks to be fitted to the new house. Ideally do this well before the move.

The day of the move

Pack a survival kit for the first hours in your new home - include tea or coffee, kettle, mugs and teaspoons, water bottle, snacks, milk, small first aid kit, toilet paper, a torch, spare light bulbs, paper towels and cleaning materials
Have final payment ready for your removalist
Read the removalist document thoroughly before signing and save it for future reference
Confirm key collection & drop off arrangements
Check off all furniture and cartons against your inventory as they go into the removal van
Switch off electricity at the main switch – this needs to be done for the electricity company to read your final meter reading
Ensure that all doors and windows are securely locked as you leave your old house
Keep your valuables and all personal effects + important papers with you at all times
Check every nook and cranny of your house to make sure nothing is left behind
At your new house, make sure that someone responsible is there to meet the movers even if it is not you

With this itemised moving checklist and early planning in check, you can be sure that your move will be as successful as it can possibly be. The best part of keeping a checklist is you can maintain a good focus on the most important things you need to bring during your move and your stress level will be much easier to manage so that you can enjoy your new home and new city faster