Moving Home — A Step-by-Step Guide

Moving home is consistently rated as one of life's most stressful events. A clear plan and good preparation make it much more manageable.

6–8 weeks before

  • Book a removal company
  • Start decluttering
  • Begin collecting boxes

2–4 weeks before

  • Notify utilities, bank, DVLA, employer, doctor, dentist
  • Begin packing non-essentials
  • Pack a 'first night' box

Moving day

  • Take meter readings at both properties
  • Do a final check of all rooms, loft, garden shed
  • Hand over keys

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