code blockDon’t know where and how to start on your house moving? Knowing how stressful this can get, we have organised a checklist to make home moving simple for you.
It is important to start decluttering early, especially if you have a busy schedule. This step is necessary for you to be able to gauge the amount of items you have to move and also gives you ample time to donate/sell/discard unwanted items.
Declutter your house until it sparks joy!
Compare prices and read the reviews of each company before shortlisting. Check if the company provides moving supplies or if you have to purchase them on your own.
At this stage, you should be making necessary arrangements to ensure things will be smooth on your moving day. Here’s a checklist that you can use:
To Do and Things Needed
Done
1. Confirmed moving date
2. Chosen a moving company
3. Moving boxes
4. Bubble wrap
5. Scissors
6. Package Tape
7. Marker
Pack items that are not frequently used first. You should also categorise them accordingly and label the boxes appropriately for easier unpacking.
Contact your bank, insurance company or any other concerning parties to let them know you’ve changed your home address.
Have you heard of the One-Stop Address Reporting (OSCARS) initiative where you can update your new address all at once on several government agencies? You can do this in two steps:
Step
Details
1. Obtain Proof of Your New Address
You can use these documents as proof of your new residential address dated no later than three months ago:
You can also use these documents if they were issued less than a year ago:
2. Take your documentary proof to the nearest Police Centre / Post or the Citizen Services Centre
If your documents are in order, the officer will make the necessary changes on your National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) and update your address with these agencies.
Participating agencies will be updated with your new residential address the next day.
Before the movers load your items, count the number of boxes/items based on your checklist. When the movers unload your items, ensure that everything is accounted for.
Unpack your items and check if there’s any damages. Do the necessary insurance claims if any. Also, check your old house’s mailbox in a week's time in case any mails get delivered there.
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For easy access, put aside essential items
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Put all toiletries or any liquids prone to spillage in a ziploc bag
3.
Defrost your fridge one day before you move if you are bringing your fridge along to your new house
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Always put heavy items below when packing your items
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Keep track of your valuables during house moving
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Make use of your luggages by packing heavy items in it
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Wrap fragile items with your clothes or towels
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