{"id":2359,"date":"2018-06-04T07:22:09","date_gmt":"2018-06-04T07:22:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/?p=2359"},"modified":"2026-07-31T12:29:27","modified_gmt":"2026-07-31T11:29:27","slug":"moving-checklist-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/moving-checklist-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"Moving Checklist for the UK"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"220\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/moving-checklist.png\" alt=\"moving checklist for uk\" class=\"wp-image-2361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/moving-checklist.png 650w, https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/moving-checklist-300x102.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Moving house can often be an exciting yet intimidating event. Though the logistics might quickly become taxing, this is an exciting period for a fresh start. This is why making sure your relocation is as seamless as it may be depends on having a strong strategy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From the first planning to settling into your new home, this thorough home moving checklist will help you manage every phase of the process. There are a lot of details and obligations with moving, especially if you are living in London, and it&#8217;s easy to miss something in all the hassle. That&#8217;s why the Fantastic Removals team made a complete moving checklist for the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a856506ad269\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a856506ad269\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/moving-checklist-uk\/#Moving_Timeline_Checklist\" >Moving Timeline Checklist<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/moving-checklist-uk\/#Your_Moving_Countdown_Checklist\" >Your Moving Countdown Checklist<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/moving-checklist-uk\/#%E2%9A%A0%EF%B8%8F_The_5_tasks_people_forget\" >\u26a0\ufe0f The 5 tasks people forget<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/moving-checklist-uk\/#Tick_off_the_biggest_task_first\" >Tick off the biggest task first<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/moving-checklist-uk\/#Go_deeper\" >Go deeper<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/moving-checklist-uk\/#Tasks_to_do_2_months_before_moving\" >Tasks to do 2 months before moving<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/moving-checklist-uk\/#Tasks_to_do_1_month_before_moving\" >Tasks to do 1 month before moving<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/moving-checklist-uk\/#Tasks_to_do_2_weeks_before_moving\" >Tasks to do 2 weeks before moving<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/moving-checklist-uk\/#Tasks_to_do_1_week_before_moving\" >Tasks to do 1 week before moving<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/moving-checklist-uk\/#Tasks_to_do_3_days_before_moving\" >Tasks to do 3 days before moving<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/moving-checklist-uk\/#Tasks_to_do_2_days_before_moving\" >Tasks to do 2 days before moving<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/moving-checklist-uk\/#Tasks_to_do_1_day_before_moving\" >Tasks to do 1 day before moving<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/moving-checklist-uk\/#Tasks_to_do_on_moving_day\" >Tasks to do on moving day<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/moving-checklist-uk\/#Tasks_to_do_after_you_have_moved\" >Tasks to do after you have moved<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link 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But there are certain actions to take in advance to be sure your relocation goes smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first stage of your move is all about laying the groundwork. It\u2019s crucial to start early so that you can spread out tasks and avoid last-minute chaos. Imagine having everything under control without the last-minute rush; this is what early planning can give you.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"620\" height=\"82\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/two-months-before-you-move.jpg\" alt=\"moving checklist for uk - 2 months\" class=\"wp-image-2368\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/two-months-before-you-move.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/two-months-before-you-move-300x40.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-red-check\">\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Start de-cluttering. Throw away, donate, or sell the stuff you won&#8217;t need at your new place.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>If you are currently renting, notify your Landlord, using the proper notice. Otherwise, your tenancy may not end legally.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Check your tenancy agreement for details and information about your deposit protection.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Investigate your new area. Check out for any local newspapers, blogs, or community websites. If you&#8217;re having a hard time deciding which area best fits your needs, our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/best-places-live-london\/\">the best places to live in London<\/a> can help you choose.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Start collecting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/\">free cardboard boxes<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Notify your land phone provider for the change. Tell them at least a month in advance if you are cancelling.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Notify your internet provider for the same reasons.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read about<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/downsizing-guide\/\">Your Guide To Downsizing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;div class=&quot;specialist-section&quot;&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-name visible-xs&quot;&gt;Moving Checklist for the UK&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; loading=&quot;lazy&quot;\/&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-name hidden-xs&quot;&gt;Moving Checklist for the UK&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-profession&quot;&gt;&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;div class=&quot;specialist-social-network&quot;&gt;&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;\/div&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:513,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;12&quot;:0}\"><div class=\"specialist-section\"><p class=\"specialist-name visible-xs\">Amanda Garrity<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodhousekeeping.com\/author\/17906\/amanda-garrity\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Amanda.png\" alt=\"Amanda Garrity\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/a><p class=\"specialist-name hidden-xs\">Amanda Garrity<\/p><p class=\"specialist-profession\">Editorial Assistant for <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodhousekeeping.com\/\">GoodHousekeeping<\/a> Amanda covers home, holidays, food, entertainment, and other lifestyle news<\/p><div class=\"specialist-social-network\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.twitter.com\/amandacgarrity\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"twitter icon-twitter-icon\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/amandacgarrity\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"instagram icon-instagram\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"quote_text\"><blockquote cite=\"https:\/\/www.goodhousekeeping.com\/home\/organizing\/tips\/a18092\/moving-checklist\/\">Consider extra insurance coverage you may need for your move. Ask prospective moving companies what insurance is included and check your homeowners' policy to see what it covers<\/blockquote><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tasks_to_do_1_month_before_moving\"><\/span>Tasks to do 1 month before moving<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Moving day is nearing, but there is still time before you start packing. This is the time when you should start arranging a change of contacts, such as a voting address, or home insurance, and you should start looking for a removal company. You can always <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/contact-us\/\">get a free quote from us<\/a> and compare it with the others.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"620\" height=\"82\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/one-month-before-you-move.jpg\" alt=\"moving checklist for uk - 1 month\" class=\"wp-image-2364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/one-month-before-you-move.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/one-month-before-you-move-300x40.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-red-check\">\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Start looking for a <a href =https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/>removal company<\/a>. Get several free quotes and compare. Book in advance to make sure the movers are free on the day you want to move.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Check about parking restrictions on both your old and new address. A moving van can take a lot of space.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Contact the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/tell-hmrc-change-of-details\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HMRC<\/a> and change your address.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Inform your new local council, so you could vote at your new address.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Notify the relevant authorities for tax purposes as well. More info <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/council-tax-bands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Purchase moving insurance to cover all your belongings during the move.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Transfer your homeowners or renters insurance to your new home.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Arrange your mail redirection. You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalmail.com\/personal\/receiving-mail\/redirection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">do it online<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read also<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/change-address-checklist-moving-house\/\">Address Change List for the UK<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;div class=&quot;specialist-section&quot;&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-name visible-xs&quot;&gt;Moving Checklist for the UK&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; loading=&quot;lazy&quot;\/&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-name hidden-xs&quot;&gt;Moving Checklist for the UK&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-profession&quot;&gt;&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;div class=&quot;specialist-social-network&quot;&gt;&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;\/div&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:513,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;12&quot;:0}\"><div class=\"specialist-section\"><p class=\"specialist-name visible-xs\">Amanda Garrity<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodhousekeeping.com\/author\/17906\/amanda-garrity\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Amanda.png\" alt=\"Amanda Garrity\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/a><p class=\"specialist-name hidden-xs\">Amanda Garrity<\/p><p class=\"specialist-profession\">Editorial Assistant for <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodhousekeeping.com\/\">GoodHousekeeping<\/a> Amanda covers home, holidays, food, entertainment, and other lifestyle news<\/p><div class=\"specialist-social-network\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.twitter.com\/amandacgarrity\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"twitter icon-twitter-icon\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/amandacgarrity\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"instagram icon-instagram\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"quote_text\"><blockquote cite=\"https:\/\/www.goodhousekeeping.com\/home\/organizing\/tips\/a18092\/moving-checklist\/\">It's official: You're moving this month. Ditch the packing tape and boxes this week, and spend your time getting all of your official documents in order.<\/blockquote><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tasks_to_do_2_weeks_before_moving\"><\/span>Tasks to do 2 weeks before moving<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only 14 days left. Now&#8217;s the time to start organising events. Schedule appointments with locksmiths and utility providers, arrange play dates for your pets and children and check your vehicle&#8217;s reliability. Check who to notify when moving.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"620\" height=\"82\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/two-weeks-before-you-move.jpg\" alt=\"moving checklist for uk - 2 weeks\" class=\"wp-image-2369\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/two-weeks-before-you-move.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/two-weeks-before-you-move-300x40.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-red-check\">\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Has your car checked and serviced, especially if you are moving far away?<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Arrange for someone to look after children and\/or pets at the moving day.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Notify your newspaper boy and the milkman to stop the deliveries.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Deregister from your current GP and find a new one in your area.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Send copies of school records to your children&#8217;s new school.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Contact the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/driver-and-vehicle-licensing-agency\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DVLA<\/a> to change your Driving License as well as your Vehicle Registration Certificate.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Request time off work for the moving day.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>If you need extra room for your items, book a <a href = https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/storage\/>storage unit<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read about<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-store-clothes-long-term\/\">How to Store Clothes Long Term<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;div class=&quot;specialist-section&quot;&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-name visible-xs&quot;&gt;Moving Checklist for the UK&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; loading=&quot;lazy&quot;\/&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-name hidden-xs&quot;&gt;Moving Checklist for the UK&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-profession&quot;&gt;&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;div class=&quot;specialist-social-network&quot;&gt;&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;\/div&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:513,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;12&quot;:0}\"><div class=\"specialist-section\"><p class=\"specialist-name visible-xs\">Amanda Garrity<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodhousekeeping.com\/author\/17906\/amanda-garrity\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Amanda.png\" alt=\"Amanda Garrity\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/a><p class=\"specialist-name hidden-xs\">Amanda Garrity<\/p><p class=\"specialist-profession\">Editorial Assistant for <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodhousekeeping.com\/\">GoodHousekeeping<\/a> Amanda covers home, holidays, food, entertainment, and other lifestyle news<\/p><div class=\"specialist-social-network\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.twitter.com\/amandacgarrity\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"twitter icon-twitter-icon\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/amandacgarrity\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"instagram icon-instagram\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"quote_text\"><blockquote cite=\"https:\/\/www.goodhousekeeping.com\/home\/organizing\/tips\/a18092\/moving-checklist\/\">If you are moving major appliances, make sure that they're clean and ready to go. Remember: Freezers need to be defrosted and you may need a professional to disconnect gas lines on particular appliances.<\/blockquote><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tasks_to_do_1_week_before_moving\"><\/span>Tasks to do 1 week before moving<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not much time left. Stay calm and follow your progress on the London moving checklist. Make sure nothing is forgotten. Check if you have missed a task you should have already done.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"620\" height=\"82\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/one-week-before-you-move.jpg\" alt=\"moving checklist for uk - 1 week\" class=\"wp-image-2365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/one-week-before-you-move.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/one-week-before-you-move-300x40.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-red-check\">\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Confirm date and exact hour with your moving company and provide them with directions.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Contact a locksmith to schedule a change of the locks at your new home.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Start disassembling any flat-pack furniture you&#8217;re taking with you.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Get a safety deposit box. Put expensive jewellery, important documents, and other valuables for safekeeping until you relocate.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>If renting, set a final walk-through with your landlord to secure your safety deposit back.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Start dismantling any fitted items that are coming with you (shelving, framed pictures, etc).<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Fill nail holes with a soap bar before conducting a final walkthrough with your landlord.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Prepare entertainment for the kids. Colouring books, crayons, and games are a perfect distraction from boredom.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Do not forget to direct your TV license. It doesn&#8217;t automatically change and you may be fined up to \u00a31,000.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Return any borrowed items to your friends and neighbours.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Pay the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/council-tax-moving-house\/\">council taxes<\/a> for living in the property you&#8217;re moving from up to the date of the house move.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read about<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/questions-to-ask-a-removal-company\/\">Questions To Ask Your Moving Company<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;div class=&quot;specialist-section&quot;&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-name visible-xs&quot;&gt;Moving Checklist for the UK&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; loading=&quot;lazy&quot;\/&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-name hidden-xs&quot;&gt;Moving Checklist for the UK&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-profession&quot;&gt;&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;div class=&quot;specialist-social-network&quot;&gt;&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;\/div&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:513,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;12&quot;:0}\"><div class=\"specialist-section\"><p class=\"specialist-name visible-xs\">Amanda Garrity<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodhousekeeping.com\/author\/17906\/amanda-garrity\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Amanda.png\" alt=\"Amanda Garrity\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/a><p class=\"specialist-name hidden-xs\">Amanda Garrity<\/p><p class=\"specialist-profession\">Editorial Assistant for <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodhousekeeping.com\/\">GoodHousekeeping<\/a> Amanda covers home, holidays, food, entertainment, and other lifestyle news<\/p><div class=\"specialist-social-network\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.twitter.com\/amandacgarrity\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"twitter icon-twitter-icon\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/amandacgarrity\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"instagram icon-instagram\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"quote_text\"><blockquote cite=\"https:\/\/www.goodhousekeeping.com\/home\/organizing\/tips\/a18092\/moving-checklist\/\">Utilities should be turned off in your current home one day after your move-out date. All utilities in your new home should be turned on the day before you move in<\/blockquote><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tasks_to_do_3_days_before_moving\"><\/span>Tasks to do 3 days before moving<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start unsubscribing from utilities and other domestic services. Pack and prepare things you can go without for a few days. Moving day is near. Doing this will help you decrease the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/how-long-does-it-take-to-move-house\/\">time it takes to move house<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"620\" height=\"82\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/three-days-before-you-move.jpg\" alt=\"moving checklist for uk - 3 days\" class=\"wp-image-2366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/three-days-before-you-move.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/three-days-before-you-move-300x40.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-red-check\">\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Do the laundry for the next week.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Label any spare keys to your old home and leave them at an easy-to-spot place.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Make a box of essential first-days items. Toilet paper, cutlery, light bulbs, first aid kit, toiletries.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Make a list of contact details about people and services you will be needing in the first days.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Contact your existing and new electricity and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.britishgas.co.uk\/discover\/home-move\/#\/hub\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">gas companies<\/a>. Advise them of your new address and date of removal. Give at least 48 hours notice.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>At least 48 hours notice is required by both your existing and your new authority to arrange for disconnection and re-connection of water supply.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Measure doorways, stairways, and elevators at the new place to make sure all your furniture will fit. Measure twice \u2013 move once!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n\n\n<div class=\"cta_container_holder obf\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"title\">Check out our moving schedule and book a service!<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"sub-title\">Enter your postcode to view our rates and availability in your area.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"postcode-field-box\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"dynamic-helper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<form id=\"check-prices-form\" class=\"default-check-price-form\" action=\"\">\n\t                            <span class=\"the-postfield-wrap\">\n\t                                <input id=\"postcode-field\" type=\"text\" class=\"the-postfield\"  name=\"postcode-field\" data-default-service-category=\"Removals\"\ndata-default-service-type=\"Removals\">\n\t                                <div class=\"typewriter-box\">\n\t                                    <span class=\"typewriter\"><\/span>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\t                                 <span class=\"moving-label\">Enter your postcode<\/span>\n\t                                <label for=\"postcode-field\" class=\"error-message\">Add a valid postcode e.g. SE1 2TH<\/label>\n\t                            <\/span>\n\t                            <span class=\"submit-wrapper-with-loader active\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"load-holder-lds-eclipse\">\n                                            <div class=\"load-lds-eclipse\"><\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n\t                                <input id=\"check-prices-submit\" name=\"check-prices-submit\" type=\"submit\" value=\"Check Prices & Availability\" rel=\"nofollow\" disabled>\n\t                            <\/span>\n\t                        <\/form>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"info_text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>For questions about the services we offer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/\">visit our main site<\/a> or you can always call us at <a href=\"tel:\"><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tasks_to_do_2_days_before_moving\"><\/span>Tasks to do 2 days before moving<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prepare your jewellery, important documents, and items with value to you so you don&#8217;t lose them in the packing chaos. Make sure everything is organised for the packing day.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"620\" height=\"82\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/two-days-before-you-move.jpg\" alt=\"moving checklist for uk - 2 days\" class=\"wp-image-2367\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/two-days-before-you-move.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/two-days-before-you-move-300x40.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-red-check\">\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Contact your estate agent\/landlord to confirm when will you get the keys to the new place if you still don&#8217;t have them.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Pack your documents and valuables and put them aside. You don&#8217;t want them to be lost in a random moving box.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Disconnect any gas cookers, dishwashers, washing machines, and other appliances you are taking along.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Prepare cash for the movers&#8217; tip, food and other last-minute items.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Check your cupboards and throw away any food with an expired date. Also make sure every packet, jar, and bottle is packed tightly.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Tech savvy or not, take photos of how exactly your electronics are wired. It will save you a lot of time when you connect them back.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tasks_to_do_1_day_before_moving\"><\/span>Tasks to do 1 day before moving<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The moving day is almost here. Start packing your belongings in the boxes you have acquired. It will be a long and exhausting day. Stay calm, go according to the moving home checklist, and make sure everything is packed in the right place.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"620\" height=\"82\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/one-day-before-you-move.jpg\" alt=\"moving checklist for uk - 1 day\" class=\"wp-image-2363\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/one-day-before-you-move.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/one-day-before-you-move-300x40.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-red-check\">\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Empty and defrost your fridge\/freezer. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/moving-fridge-freezer\/\">Moving a fridge freezer<\/a> sometimes requires more preparation than just one day prior to the move.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Pack everything that you still haven&#8217;t, without the most essential items in the kitchen and bathroom. Or order our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/packing-service\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">packing services<\/a>. We will <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/moving-boxes-delivery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> deliver packing materials<\/a> and all the necessary boxes.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Put all your hardware in labeled baggies for easy furniture reassembly.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Use colour-coded stickers to label each box according to the room they belong.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Mark moving boxes that are fragile!<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Do a final check out. Go through all the drawers, closets, cabinets, and the garage. Make sure nothing is forgotten.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Charge your phone.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Prepare a snack-box for the next day with dry food and refreshments.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Have a good night sleep.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read also<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-label-moving-boxes\/\">How to Label Moving Boxes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tasks_to_do_on_moving_day\"><\/span>Tasks to do on moving day<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a big day. Make sure to get out of bed early and have a coffee and a full breakfast. Greet the removal men and explain to them in detail how you want things done. Give them a helping hand if you can. They will appreciate it and the moving process will be smoother.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"620\" height=\"82\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/moving-day.jpg\" alt=\"moving checklist for uk - moving day\" class=\"wp-image-2362\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/moving-day.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/moving-day-300x40.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-red-check\">\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Show the removal team which boxes they should transport.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Leave your children and\/or pets at the scheduled venues.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Do one <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/move-out-cleaning-checklist\/\">final cleaning<\/a> at the place.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Make a note of all meters reading.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Make sure all windows and doors are locked and secured.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Take photos as you are leaving the place, to serve as proof to its move-out condition.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Make another final check on the whole place, including the garden.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Pack the last-minute items from the bathroom like toothbrushes, perfumes, hair conditioners, etc.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Place your last-night sleepwear on top of the &#8220;Bedroom&#8221; box.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tasks_to_do_after_you_have_moved\"><\/span>Tasks to do after you have moved<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The moving is over, but there are still a few more tasks in this moving house checklist. Prepare your new place. Make sure nothing is left out at the old one. And relax. Your home removal is over.<br>he<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"620\" height=\"82\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/after-you-move.jpg\" alt=\"moving checklist for uk - after moving\" class=\"wp-image-2360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/after-you-move.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/after-you-move-300x40.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-red-check\">\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Return the keys to your old property to the landlord or letting agent.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Make sure all the setup procedures for your new place are done &#8211; deposit protection, gas safety checks, EPC, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/find-licences\/house-in-multiple-occupation-licence\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HMO license<\/a>, smoke alarm checks, etc.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Check if electricity, water, and gas are running.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>If renting the new place, take pictures of the home&#8217;s condition for future proof.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Offer refreshments to the movers, they would really appreciate it.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Make sure the locksmith arrives and changes the locks.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>After everything is unloaded, make one last check on the removals van for anything forgotten.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Sweep your chimney before you use it for the first time.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Take a breather, order a take-away and enjoy your new place.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n\n\n<div class=\"cta_container_holder obf\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"title\">Book your house move service with Fantastic Removals!<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"sub-title\">Enter your postcode to view our rates and availability in your area.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"postcode-field-box\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"dynamic-helper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<form id=\"check-prices-form\" class=\"default-check-price-form\" action=\"\">\n\t                            <span class=\"the-postfield-wrap\">\n\t                                <input id=\"postcode-field\" type=\"text\" class=\"the-postfield\"  name=\"postcode-field\" data-default-service-category=\"Removals\"\ndata-default-service-type=\"Removals\">\n\t                                <div class=\"typewriter-box\">\n\t                                    <span class=\"typewriter\"><\/span>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\t                                 <span class=\"moving-label\">Enter your postcode<\/span>\n\t                                <label for=\"postcode-field\" class=\"error-message\">Add a valid postcode e.g. SE1 2TH<\/label>\n\t                            <\/span>\n\t                            <span class=\"submit-wrapper-with-loader active\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"load-holder-lds-eclipse\">\n                                            <div class=\"load-lds-eclipse\"><\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n\t                                <input id=\"check-prices-submit\" name=\"check-prices-submit\" type=\"submit\" value=\"Check Prices & Availability\" rel=\"nofollow\" disabled>\n\t                            <\/span>\n\t                        <\/form>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"info_text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>For questions about the services we offer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/\">visit our main site<\/a> or you can always call us at <a href=\"tel:\"><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_words\"><\/span>Final words<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although moving house is no minor task, you may greatly simplify the process with a well-considered home moving checklist. From early planning and decluttering to the last phases of unpacking, every action advances you towards building a new house. Accept the change and let yourself&nbsp;savour the thrill accompanying fresh starts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep in mind that it takes time to feel totally at ease in your new house. As you acclimatise, be patient with yourself; before you know it, your new residence will seem like a haven, full of memories still to be created.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_also\"><\/span>Check also:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-red-check\">\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/moving_house_checklist.pdf\">Moving House Checklist PDF<\/a><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/changing_address_checklist.pdf\">Changing Address in UK Checklist PDF<\/a><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/office_relocation_checklist_template.pdf\">Office Relocation Checklist Template PDF<\/a><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>\n       <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/moving-abroad-checklist\/\">Moving Abroad from the UK Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Moving house can often be an exciting yet intimidating event. 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