In the week before a move, you should finish packing non-essential items, confirm details with your moving company, transfer or schedule utilities, pack a first-night essentials bag, and prepare an inventory of your belongings. Here is a day-by-day breakdown to keep you on track.
7 days before moving day
Finish packing anything you will not need in the next week. This includes off-season clothing, books, decor, and other items you can live without for a few days. Confirm your moving date, arrival window, and any special instructions with your moving company in writing.
5 to 6 days before
Start using up perishable food so you are not moving a full refrigerator or freezer. Begin disassembling furniture that will need to be broken down, or confirm with your movers whether that is included in your service. Notify your bank, subscriptions, and any recurring services of your new address.
3 to 4 days before
Transfer or schedule the start of utilities, internet, and any home services at your new address, and schedule the shutoff of the same services at your current home for after your move-out date. Pack a clearly labeled box of cleaning supplies for a final walkthrough of your old home.
2 days before
Pack your essentials bag. This should include medications, chargers, a change of clothes, toiletries, important documents, and anything you will need immediately in your first 24 hours at the new home. Confirm parking or elevator reservations at both properties if you live in an apartment or condo building.
1 day before
Do a final sweep of every room, closet, and drawer. Charge your phone and any devices you will need for coordinating moving day. Set aside cash or have your payment method ready if it is needed for your movers. Get a good night’s sleep.
Moving day
Do a final walkthrough before the truck leaves, checking closets, cabinets, the garage, and outdoor spaces. Keep your inventory list and essentials bag with you rather than on the truck. Do a final walkthrough at your new home when everything arrives to confirm nothing was left behind or damaged.
A simple rule of thumb
If you are unsure whether something belongs on this week’s list, ask whether you will need it in the next seven days. If the answer is no, it can be packed now. Working backward from moving day like this keeps the final week manageable instead of overwhelming.
Premier Relocations provides a full moving checklist and support for every stage of your move, from the initial estimate through move-in day. If you are in the final week before your move and have questions, our team is ready to help.
