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We specialise in moving Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, 3 Bed, 4 Bed+ apartments and houses, and all size office relocations. Our service is fast, friendly, always reliable and won't break your budget! from $27/half hour. 100% Australian Owned.

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    Moving Guide (checklist)                                                                 

 6-8 Weeks before moving:                                    
 

· This is the time to decide what items you will be moving to your new home or office. If you decide to dispose of items that won't be needed, you should either donate them to a charity (Salvation Army)(Red Cross)(St.Vincent de Paul) or consider having a garage sale. Contact a local charity or pick a date at least two weeks before moving date for the garage sale. Advertise the garage sale locally. Team up with your neighbours who want to sell some of their old belongings, and plan a large garage "sale".

· Start collecting suitable moving and packing supplies if you plan to do your own packing. All boxes that you purchase from us or a moving supply company are specially designed for the moving industry to prevent any damages to your belongings. Getting boxes from other sources may create some difficulties when packed in the truck. These boxes may be unusual sizes and they may not be strong enough to prevent damage to items packed inside.

· Think about your new home layout and start thinking about where you'll place the furniture. Create a floor plan of your new home that will prevent the stress of making decisions when your furniture arrives at your new home.

· Get familiar with your new community. Request information on schools, community programs, parks and recreation from the local council.

· All travel arrangements (hotel, flights, car rental, etc.) for your family should be made at this time. Try to keep your plan flexible as possible to accommodate any schedule changes or delays.

· Keep all receipts for moving related expenses in a designated moving folder. Many moving expenses are tax deductible.

· Finalise all real estate and rental needs.

· Contact your insurance company to transfer medical, property, fire and car insurance.

· All medical and dental records should be placed in a safe and accessible place. Be sure to include prescription, vaccination records and eyeglass specifications.

· Plan on taking all important documents, such as wills, certificates, and other one of a kind items (jewellery, coin/card/stamp collection, photos etc).

4-5 Weeks before moving

· Contact the Post Office for the change of address form to tell of your move. Give your new address to:

• Friends and Family
  • Post Office
  • Utility Companies
    • Telephone Company
    • Rubbish Collection
    • Cable Company
    • Water Company
    • Electricity/Gas Company
    • Internet Provider
  • Insurance Companies
  • Banks and Financial Institutions
    • Checking
    • Savings
    • Loans
  • Creditors
  • Health Providers
  • • Doctors
    • Dentist
    • Vet
    • Pharmacy
  • Schools
  • Subscriptions
    • Magazines
    • Newspapers
      
      · It is the time to take a look at what you own, and decide what must go and what can be left behind. All items such as old books, magazines, broken items, old toys can be left behind. Remember-adding more weight to your shipment costs more money.

· Organise your move by deciding and making lists of what items you will not transport, what items your removalist will move and what items you will move yourself.

· Make a decision about the items not going, will they be; sold at a garage sale, taken by a charity or trashed?.

· Make a decision on who will do most- or all the packing. It is a good idea that you organise for removalists to do most of the packing. Our removalists know the best methods for keeping items safe; that's what they do for a living.

· Get your kids involved with the moving process. Let your kids do some packing and let them suggest a layout for their new room. Make it fun and exciting for them to move.

3 Weeks before moving

· Notify your removalists if there are any changes in the dates of your move. If you will need any additional service such as piano moving, packing and unpacking, or storage, contact City Move removals. Also inform us if you need add or subtract items from your planned shipment.

· Decide how much packing your will handle yourself, and let us know any items that you would like for the removalists to pack.

· Consider giving your plants to friends or a charity if you are moving from one state to another. Some state laws prohibit the moving of houseplants.

· Make transportation arrangements for your pets.

· You will need to carry all valuable jewellery with you. If you have any valuables around the house, be sure to collect them before leaving.

· Return any borrowed items such as library books. Also collect all items that are being repaired, stored or cleaned (clothing, furs, shoes etc.).

2 Weeks before moving

· Transfer all prescriptions to a pharmacy in your new city. Call your bank to find out how to transfer your accounts. Clear all your safety deposit boxes.

· Disassemble and disconnect your computer system before your move. Back up all your computer files on a disk. Consider taking all back up files disks with you in the car. Exposure to extreme temperatures can damage your software.

· Make final packing decisions. Clean and clear your home including closets, basement and attics and the items that you will take.

· Dispose of items that represent a hazard and are not allowed to be shipped.

· Tape and seal all cleaning fluids that are non-toxic, non-flammable in plastic bags.

· Drain your lawn mower, snow blower, power tools of all the oil and gasoline to ensure safe transportation.

· Schedule appliance disconnection and preparation with a service provider.

· If you need to store anything, call CityMove removals about storage options available.

· Inform gas, electric, internet, and phone services of your move. Arrange to have them disconnected from your present home the day after your scheduled moving day. Sign up for services at your new address and connect them on your moving in day.

· Have your car serviced if your travel is by car.

1 Week before moving

· Make sure to mark which items you'll take yourself, so the movers won't take them or have any questions.

· Make sure you haven't overlooked anything in the house.

· Mark your boxes to be shipped with "Fragile", "Do Not Load", "Load Last" stickers.

· Empty, defrost and clean your refrigerator, freezer and clean your stove, all at least 24 hours before moving to let them air out. Try using baking soda to get rid of any odors.

· Prepare items you will need while your goods are in transit. Pack your suitcases and confirm travel arrangements for you and your family. Try to keep plans as flexible as possible in the event of unexpected delay or schedule change.

· Make sure your removalists know the address and phone number of your new home. You should also provide an address and phone number of where you can be reached until you will get to your new home.

· Arrange for payment to your removalists. Contact City Move removals to enquire about methods of payment accepted.

· Enquire with your removals company or removalists about protecting your goods.

1 Day before moving day
 

· Pack a box of things you'll need as soon as you arrive at your new home. (This might include non-aerosol cleaning supplies, disposable plates and cups, light tools, snacks, bathroom items and trash bags.)

· Take this box with you or have the driver load it last and unload first. This is usually the day packing is done.

· Make sure all packing services have been performed before you sign for them.

· Defrost, thoroughly clean and dry refrigerator.

Moving out day

· Be on hand when the removalists arrive and throughout the loading process. (If you won't be there, make sure someone will be there to direct the movers. Make sure the driver has in writing the name and phone number of that person.)

· Accompany the removalists during inventory. Check on the condition of your goods as they are loaded.

· Make a final tour of your home. See that nothing is overlooked.

· Sign the bill of lading and make sure your new address and phone number are correct.

· Lock all windows and doors, and turn off all switches.

Moving in day

· Arrive at your home a day ahead of time, if possible, to make sure utilities are connected and to plan placement of major items in your home.

· Enjoy your new home!

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