Unpacking/Destination Checklist

If you decide to unpack yourself, you might find your new home a labyrinth of boxes and furniture by the time our truck starts to drive away. Have a plan in-hand and follow these steps and you'll settle into your new home in no time.

• Make sure you allow yourself time before the movers get there to do an assessment. It's best to clean, repaint and perform repairs while your space is empty.
• When the movers arrive, have your payment ready.
• As boxes are unloaded, check items off your home inventory as they come through the door.
• Tell your movers how you'd like each room arranged and where you'd like each box so you can begin to unpack.
• Thoroughly inspect all boxes, furniture and appliances to make sure they come off the moving truck in the same condition they left your old residence.
• Plug in appliances to make sure they work properly. You arrange with your moving consultant to have appliances and electronics professionally installed and serviced upon arrival.
• Start unpacking in the kitchen and then move on to your bedroom and bathroom.