Plan Your Move, Step by Step
Moving day always goes more smoothly when there's a plan behind it. Use this removal check list to stay organised in the weeks leading up to your move — from sorting and packing through to final walk-throughs on the day itself.
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Six to Eight Weeks Before
- ✓Get a free quote from Hervey Bay Door 2 Door and confirm your booking
- ✓Sort through belongings — donate, sell or dispose of anything you no longer need
- ✓Notify schools, doctors and any service providers of your upcoming move
- ✓Start collecting boxes and packing materials if you're packing yourself
Three to Four Weeks Before
- ✓Begin packing items you don't use daily — books, decorations, seasonal clothing
- ✓Arrange disconnection and reconnection of utilities (power, gas, internet)
- ✓Update your address with the post office, bank, insurance and government services
- ✓Confirm parking and access at both the pickup and delivery addresses
One Week Before
- ✓Pack everything except daily essentials and label every box clearly by room
- ✓Defrost and clean the fridge and freezer
- ✓Set aside valuables, important documents and medications to transport personally
- ✓Confirm move-day details with our team — timing, contact numbers, access
Moving Day
- ✓Be on site to greet the crew and walk through both properties
- ✓Keep phones, chargers, snacks and water accessible
- ✓Do a final check of every room, cupboard and outdoor area before locking up
- ✓Hand over keys and confirm the delivery address with the crew leader