So the big day has finally arrived at last - but it's not all over yet. You have a long tiring day ahead of you - but don't worry, it will all be worth it!
- Take your children and pets to their carers for the day.
- Strip the beds and put the bedding into plastic bags for use that night.
- Pack up your toiletries and make a last check of bathroom cabinets.
- Check that all the wardrobes and cupboards are empty.
- Show the removal team's supervisor around the house and give them any instructions concerning the removal or packing of any special items.
- Make sure that the removal team have the floor plan and colour-coded guide of your new home so that they know where to put items.
- Provide plenty of tea and biscuits for the workers!
- Check that the packing inventory is accurate. This is the list that the remover will ask you to sign on departure and again after delivery.
- Switch off the fridge and boiler and disconnect any appliances that you're leaving.
- Ensure that the water, gas and electricity supplies are turned off at the mains and make a note of the final readings.
- Once the van is loaded, check the complete house, garden and outbuildings with the foreman to ensure that all items to be moved have been loaded.
- Empty rubbish bins.
- Check that all rooms are empty and the lights switched off.
- Close and lock all windows and doors. Leave clearly labelled keys to internal doors, windows, garage, shed and other outbuildings.
- Say a fond farewell to your old home.
- Drop the front door keys off at your solicitors.
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