Packing Checklist
Track all tasks and items that need to be packed for your move to New Albany.
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Packing Tips & Timeline
8 Weeks Before Moving
- Create a moving binder or digital folder to keep track of all moving-related documents
- Research and hire moving companies or rent a truck if moving yourself
- Begin decluttering your current home - donate, sell, or dispose of items you don't need
4 Weeks Before Moving
- Begin collecting packing supplies: boxes, tape, bubble wrap, markers
- Start packing non-essential items and seasonal items
- Arrange for transfer of utilities to your new address
- File change of address with USPS and update your address with important accounts
2 Weeks Before Moving
- Continue packing, focusing on one room at a time
- Create a floor plan for your new home to determine furniture placement
- Confirm details with your moving company or truck rental
- Arrange for cleaning services for both your old and new homes if needed
1 Week Before Moving
- Pack a "first day" box with essentials you'll need immediately in your new home
- Finish most of your packing, leaving only essential items unpacked
- Confirm all utility setups and transfers are scheduled
- Plan your moving day meal strategy to keep everyone fed during the busy day
Efficient Packing Tips
Color Coding
Use colored labels or tape to mark boxes by room. Create a chart showing which color corresponds to which room.
Photo Documentation
Take photos of electronics before disconnecting wires. Also photograph valuables to document their condition.
Inventory System
Number each box and keep a spreadsheet listing the contents of each box for easy reference.