Moving Checklist

Disconnect utilities

Notify your service providers before your move. Check the notice periods they require and whether services can be transferred to your new address.

• Gas
• Electricity
• Water
• Telephone and internet
• Pay TV

Cancel or redirect

• Mail
• Magazines
• Newspapers
• Milk and bread deliveries

Let people know your new address

Send a change of address notification to your:

• Family and friends
• Employer
• Doctor and dentist
• Bank
• Electoral Commission
• Accountant and Tax Office
• Sporting clubs
• Social groups
• Other regular contacts and service providers

Getting ready to move

• If you are renting, check your notice requirements with your real estate agent.
• Get quotes from removalists and book one for moving day.
• If you are packing yourself, organise boxes and packing materials.
• Prepare a floor plan of your new home and number the boxes for each room.
• Number the boxes with the allocated room number.
• Pack fragile items carefully and, if possible, move them yourself.
• Keep your valuables with you.
• Defrost the freezer and clean the fridge.
• Dispose of rubbish.
• Arrange for carpet cleaning.

Prepare the new house

• Check that the carpets are clean.
• Prepare to clean cupboards and bathrooms before moving in.
• Confirm that the utilities have been connected.
• Arrange your new home and contents insurance.

Final checks

• Check the cupboards, shed, attic and garage.
• Check the arrangements for water, gas and electricity before leaving.
• Lock the house securely.
• If renting, contact your real estate agent about the bond release.