So, you’ve found your new home, congratulations! All you need to do now is move in, the easy part, right? Well, when it comes to moving property, having a relocating checklist can help to save you time and to avoid stress. To make sure you don’t get caught off-guard on the move in day, check out our checklist.

Move In Date Confirmation

Firstly, it is key to have your move in date confirmed officially by the house seller and conveyancer. For people that are renting, it is possible to spread the moving out and moving in over a few days. This gives you a chance to move into your new place, get some jobs done such as cleaning and decorating whilst avoiding the stresses of moving in.

Removal Costs And Quotes

For anyone needing a removal team, prices will vary depending on the size of your property, the number of items that need moving as well as your budget.

It is always good to plan this in advance to avoid paying higher prices and to remove the stress of finding an available firm. If you’re relocating to a small property, have some friends help and rent a van to reduce costs.

Create A List Of Important Locations In Your New Property

When moving into a new property, many people wait until there is an issue before knowing how to fix the problem, such as a power cut or water leak. A top tip is to make sure this doesn’t occur to you, so create a list of where exactly important locations are. These include:

Appliance instructions
Fuse box
Stopcock (controls the main water supply)
Thermostat
Gas and electricity meters

For sellers, it would be helpful to leave a list of where these places are for the person moving in. This can save them some time and can be super helpful.

Have Essentials Ready For The Move In Day

For the first few nights in your new place, you will need the essential items to keep you going before you have fully moved in. It is handy to have a list of items that are necessities for your home, then bringing a couple of boxes with the things you need. Some of the following could be useful:

Toilet roll
Phone charger
TV or radio
Kettle, coffee, mugs
Plates and cutlery
Cleaning products
Bedding and duvet

Speak With Your Utility Suppliers

When you’re moving out, it is a good idea to contact your utility suppliers, letting them know of the situation. These include your electricity, gas, phone and broadband suppliers. They need to know that you’re leaving the property.

You’ll likely be transferring your phone and broadband over to your new property, so by giving your supplier as much notice as possible, you can be prepared for the move and have everything ready for when you arrive.

The process can take up to a few weeks, so by contacting early you can be assured that there is one less thing to worry about.