A Moving Checklist To Guarantee An Efficient, Hassle-Free Move
Over 30 years in the self storage business in Canada has taught us a lot at Sentinel Self-Storage. And what we have learned, we’re happy to pass along to our customers!
We hope our informative moving checklist will help make your self moving experience as efficient and hassle-free as possible.
Two to Four Weeks Before Moving:
- Purchase packing supplies (we sell a great selection at Sentinel).
- Start packing household items as soon as possible.
- Send change of address forms to anyone who regularly sends you mail.
- Ensure all insurance and insurance transfers are in place.
- Order new personalized cheques and mailing labels.
- Obtain copies of school and medical records.
- Rent moving vans or arrange for movers. If you require public storage, inquire about our courtesy move-in truck.
- If renting a high-rise apartment, make arrangements with your landlord for elevator rental.
One To Two Weeks Before Moving:
- Notify utilities, cable and telephone companies for both disconnection and hook-up.
- Discontinue newspaper.
- Return borrowed items including library books and make sure to pick up things you have lent out.
- Make arrangements for the safe disposal of items you won’t be moving, including old medications, paints or other hazardous materials.
Two To Seven Days Before Moving Day:
- Make arrangements for child and pet care for moving day.
- Finish packing.
- Empty and defrost fridge and freezer.
The Day Before Moving Day:
- Everything should be packed and ready to load except bedding.
- Pick up food and beverages for moving day.
Moving Day:
- Have babysitter care for children.
- Strip beds and cover mattresses with mattress bags.
- Off you go!
The Finest Self-Storage Canada Has To Offer – Sentinel Self-Storage
If your move includes placing household items in mini storage for a period of time, consider the experts at Sentinel Self-Storage. With locations in Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec, your self storage items will be kept safe and secure. Contact us for more information and good luck with your move!
