Before moving

List all the big appliances and furniture that you’re bringing to a new home.
List all the fragile items such as fine art, glass, lights and hanging paintings.
List all major furniture or appliances that you plan to sell or give away. Put advertisement on Facebook or Kijiji.
Take a note of the dimension of your new home, plan and buy furniture or appliances according to it.
As for moving day off from your company in advance.
Find someone that can take care of your little dogs and cats.
Plan a thorough cleaning of your home before you leave.
Empty your fridge and disconnect it at least 24 hours before your moving.
Mark your boxes and count the total number.
Prepare a backpack and bring the important documents and IDs always with you during the moving day. Keep a copy of your important document or upload them online in case they get lost with the box.
Reserve in advance the parking lots and elevator door holding building janitor of both old and new place.

Find the best moving company

Check the reviews on google or on any Social Media.
Compare the prices. At least 3 of them.
Make a detailed schedule with the moving company.
Prepare a budget a little bit more than the original price that the moving company gave you, in case unexpected delays.
Call several friends as a backup plan in case the mover does not show up or any other kind of delays.

Order packing boxes online from 123Ink.ca.
Get tape, bubble wrap, markers, knives, scissors and labels for a large amount of packing.
Get garbage bags, broom and cleaning products.
Moving straps, rolling platform and blankets for-safe-packing will be super helpful if you plan to move by yourself. It won’t be necessary if you hire a moving company since they should have those appliances.
Prepare some cash for an emergency situation or pay for extra helpers.

Call your Internet, phone and TV service provider and book a moving installation in advance. Bring your router and dry loop to the new place.
If you install new, compare the offers and book installation in advance.
Cancel your old account if you plan to switch provider.

Give the key back to your landlord if you are a tenant.
Ask janitor to hold the elevator (reserve with them in advance).
Start a little bit early in case the unplanned events.
Prepare some snacks, water bottles, or something with sugar for keeping the energy.
Tip your movers or prepare snacks and water also for your friend helpers.
Keep an eye on your important stuff while they are outside waiting for loading to the truck.
Charge your cellphone before moving, keep communication smooth.
Count your boxes and mark the number on the boxes.
Wear something sports or comfortable to keep your moving day easy and joyful
Confirm again the new address with your movers
Don’t panic, happy moving!