A-OKAY MOVING & STORAGE

Moving Tips

• Minmize what moves with you. Go through every room of your house and decide what stays and what goes. Don’t forget the basement, attic and garage.

• Prepare to pack! Have penty of supplies. Order boxes and other packing supplies. Don’t forget to buy plenty of bubble wrap and tape! Look into wardrobe and other specialty boxes as they make packing much easier.

• Begin packing. Pack up items you don’t frequently use, and clearly label each box with the name of the room for which it is assigned. 

• Notify utility companies. Don’t pay for utilities you’re not using. Notify each company of the day you are moving, and arrange for your new accounts to be started when you arrive at your new house.

• Finish packing. Remember to pack important and sentimental items separately so they are easily 

  accessible. Plan on keeping this box with you personally when you move.

• Confirm move. Confirm the time the movers will arrive as well as other specifics and make sure you 

  have prepared exact, written directions to your new home for the movers. Also include contact 

  information, such as your cell phone number.

• Clean. To save you time, begin cleaning rooms you don’t use as often. It’s also a good idea to 

  make a “survival closet” containing things for the last cleanup before you move out. For example a 

  broom, dust cloth, dust pan, mop, etc.

• Pack a Daypack. Pack a suitcase or use box with essential items and clothes for the day/night. We will handle everything but  we know you don’t want to have to dig through multiple boxes to find your pajamas and toothbrush. You might want to keep the coffee pot with you too!

• Initial walk-through. Take the time for an initial walk-through with the movers. Do a thorough 

  inventory of your items.

• Lock up. Walk through the entire house and make sure everything is out. Also check to make sure 

  the windows are locked, the lights are off, and the doors are closed and locked.

• Inhale & Exhale - we will do the rest! See you at your new location or Home Sweet Home!