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Moving house is more than just packing boxes—it is coordinating dozens of tasks while trying to keep your life running. And if you are not organized? It can get overwhelming very quickly.

That is where a week-by-week moving checklist comes in. Whether you are relocating within your city or moving to another state, this guide will help you plan each phase of the packers and movers so nothing slips through the cracks.

4 Weeks Before the Move: Plan, Sort & Book

Create Your Master Moving Folder

Gather everything related to your move:

• Booking receipts
   
• Vendor contacts
   
• Address change forms
   
• Inventory lists
   

You can go digital (Google Drive) or use a simple folder.

Sort and Declutter

Start with one room at a time. Make 3 piles:

• Keep
   
• Donate/Sell
   
• Discard
   

Fewer items = lower moving costs.

Book Verified Packers and Movers

Visit HouseholdPackers.com and compare quotes from trusted, IBA-approved movers.

• Book early to avoid last-minute price hikes
• Ask about insurance and door-to-door delivery

Notify Landlord or Society

Give written notice to your landlord and inform your Resident Welfare Association (RWA), if applicable.

3 Weeks Before: Gather Supplies & Prepare Utilities

Start Collecting Packing Materials

You will need:

• Sturdy boxes
   
• Packing tape
   
• Markers
   
• Bubble wrap
   
• Old newspapers or clothes for cushioning
   

Or ask your movers if they provide it.

Plan Your New Home Setup

• Transfer or disconnect DTH, broadband, gas, electricity, water
   
• Schedule reconnection at the new address
   

Tip: Use mobile apps (e.g., Paytm, Google Pay) to track utility accounts.

Start Packing Non-Essentials

Pack items you do not use daily:

• Seasonal clothes
   
• Books
   
• Extra utensils
   
• Wall décor
   

Label every box with room + contents + priority (e.g., Bedroom – Bedsheets – Use First).

2 Weeks Before: Update Details & Start Packing in Earnest

Change of Address

Update address with:

• Banks
   
• Insurance providers
   
• Aadhar, Voter ID
   
• Credit cards
   
• Online shopping portals
   

Forward your post if needed.

Arrange for School/Office Transfers

If you have children, inform their school and collect transfer certificates.

If moving for work, confirm reporting date and HR documentation.

Pack Important Documents

Keep items like:

• ID proofs
   
• Passport
   
• Insurance papers
   
• Medical records
  in a separate, waterproof folder.
   

Do not send this with the movers.

1 Week Before: Confirm, Pack Essentials & Prepare to Move

Confirm with Movers

• Reconfirm pickup time, delivery timeline, and cost
   
• Share directions to your new home
   
• Confirm payment mode and insurance status
   

Pack a Moving Day Essentials Kit

Things to keep with you:

• 2 days of clothing
   
• Toiletries
   
• Chargers
   
• Medicine
   
• Bedsheet/pillow
   
• Snacks and water bottle
   

Also pack a mini tool kit: scissors, screwdriver, duct tape.

Clean Your Current Home

• Defrost refrigerator
   
• Remove wall hooks
   
• Disconnect and clean appliances
   
• Repair any damages if required (for security deposit return)
   

Moving Day: Stay Calm & SuperviseBe Present for Loading

• Cross-check your inventory
   
• Ensure delicate items are labeled "Fragile"
   
• Lock and seal boxes yourself if needed
   

Take photos of the packed truck and high-value items.

Coordinate with Movers

• Share your contact number
   
• Note the vehicle number
   
• Ask for a delivery receipt or tracking method
   

After You Reach Your New Home

Inspect Items During Unloading

Check for damage or missing items. If anything is broken, inform the transporter immediately.

Begin With Essentials

• Set up beds
   
• Unpack kitchen basics
   
• Arrange bathroom supplies
   

Take your time with the rest. Do not burn out trying to unpack everything in a day.

Leave a Review

Once settled, leave a review on HouseholdPackers.com. Your feedback helps others choose trusted movers.

Bonus Tips

• Photograph cable setups so you can reconnect your TV/Internet easily
   
• Label wires and chargers with stickers or masking tape
   
• Clean as you unpack—it saves double effort later
   
• Keep ID proofs handy at all times during the move
   

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What if I need to move in less than a week?
Use our Last-Minute Moving Guide for quick hacks and emergency moving checklists.

Q2: Can HouseholdPackers help with intercity moves?
Absolutely! We cover PAN India with IBA-approved partners.

Q3: Is insurance necessary?
Yes. Even if optional, it is strongly recommended for peace of mind.

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