Kingston Moving Checklist
A week-by-week guide to keep your move on track
A move goes smoother with a bit of a plan behind it. Here's a general timeline you can adjust to fit your own move.
8 Weeks Before
- Confirm your moving date and new address
- Start researching moving companies, especially if you're moving during a busy season
- Begin sorting through belongings and setting aside anything to donate or discard
4 Weeks Before
- Book your moving company
- Start collecting boxes and packing supplies
- If you're in an apartment or condo, check your building's elevator booking and insurance requirements
- Arrange time off work or school if needed
2 Weeks Before
- Set up utilities and internet at your new address
- Begin packing non-essential rooms
- Confirm final details with your moving company
- Start using up food in your fridge and freezer
1 Week Before
- Finish packing everything except daily essentials
- Pack a bag with anything you'll need on move day itself
- Confirm parking or loading arrangements at both addresses
- Update your address with banks, subscriptions, and any other key accounts
Moving Day
- Do a final walkthrough of your old place before the movers leave
- Keep your essentials bag and important documents with you, not on the truck
- Confirm the crew has the right addresses and contact information
After the Move
- Check your new place for any damage before unpacking everything
- Confirm utilities are active
- Update your address anywhere you haven't already
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Checklist FAQs
Answers to what people ask us about planning a move.
When should I start planning my move?
Around eight weeks ahead is a good starting point, especially during busy seasons like September or late April.
When should I book a moving company?
Two to three weeks ahead is usually enough, but during busy seasons, booking four to six weeks out is safer.
What should I do the week of my move?
Finish packing everything except essentials, confirm details with your moving company, and set aside a bag with anything you'll need on move day itself.
What should I do right after moving in?
Check your new place for any damage, update your address with key accounts, and confirm your utilities are active.
Do I need a checklist for a small move?
A shorter version helps even for small moves, mainly booking early enough and sorting out address changes.
Can this checklist work for an apartment move?
Yes, though apartment moves should also add checking elevator booking and building requirements to the list. See our Kingston Apartment Moving Guide for more.
How do I know how much time to budget for my move?
Our Moving Cost Calculator gives you an estimated crew size and cost based on your specific move, which helps with planning your day.
Where do I go to actually book a move?
Try our Moving Cost Calculator for an estimate, or request a quote directly for a guaranteed price.