DFW Real Estate BLOG

This is the first in a series of Articles by Dallas Movers Mike Lohner and Chris Moucka, owners of DFW Moving and Storage, about how to prepare for a Stress Free Move.

Dallas Movers Moving Checklist - Part A: Six to Eight Weeks Before Moving Day

Working With the Mover:

• Call your United agent. Set a date for the agent to visually survey your home and prepare an estimate.
• If your company is paying for your move, refer to their moving policy to determine the services the mover will be authorized to perform.
• Do you want to do any of the packing — or will you have it done by our experienced packers? Your agent will be happy to discuss packing services with you.
• Show the agent everything that is going to be moved. Any items you fail to disclose or that are added later to the shipment will increase the cost, even if you have been given a binding estimate.
• Read the “Your Rights and Responsibilities Manual” (for full-service moves) to make certain that you fully understand the extent of the carrier’s liability.
• Sign the Estimate/Order for Service after you are sure you have a clear understanding of each section. If you have any questions, ask your agent to explain.
• Keep the phone number and name of your salesperson or move coordinator handy.

Four to Six Weeks Before Moving Day

Places to Notify:

• Notify the post office that you are moving. An online Change of Address form is available on the United States Postal Service Web site.
• Prepare a list of friends, relatives, business firms and others who should be notified of your move. The following checklist will be helpful:

Utilities

• Electric 
• Gas 
• Water   
• Telephone   
• Sewer District   
• Trash  
• Cable/Satellite    
• Fuel (Oil/Propane) 
• Sewer District   

Personal Accounts

• Pharmacy
• Dry Cleaner
• Lawn Service
• Bank/Finance Companies
• Credit Card Companies
• Laundry Service
• Auto Finance Company
• Health Club

Professional Services

• Doctor(s)
• Dentist
• Accountant
• Lawyer
• Broker
• Insurance Agency

Publications

• Newspapers
• Magazines
• Newsletters
• Professional Journals

Government Offices

• Department of Motor Vehicles
• Social Security Administration
• State/Federal Tax Bureaus
• City/County Tax Assessor
• Veterans Administration

Miscellaneous:

• Have a “garage sale” or use an online auction service to dispose of unwanted items.
• Donate unwanted clothing or household goods to charitable organizations. Obtain receipts showing the items’ approximate value for possible tax deductions.
• Begin to use up supplies of canned goods, frozen foods and other household items. Buy only what will be used before moving.

Dallas Movers Chris Moucka and Mike Lohner founded DFW Moving and Storage over 18 years ago. Since that time they have helped thousands of families move both locally and nationally. As an Agent for United Van Lines DFW Moving and Storage offers the highest quality and broadest range of services available in the industry. To lear more about Dallas Mover DFW Moving and Storage please visit the DFW Moving and Storage website or call Mike at 972-242-7711