The Day of the Move

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.
• Check that all the wardrobes and cupboards are empty.
• Pack up your toiletries and make a last check of bathroom cabinets.
• 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!
• Ensure that the water, gas and electricity supplies are turned off at the mains and make a note of the final readings.
• Switch off the fridge and boiler and disconnect any appliances that you're leaving.
• 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.
• 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.
• Close and lock all windows and doors. Leave clearly labelled keys to internal doors, windows, garage, shed and other outbuildings.
• Check that all rooms are empty and the lights switched off.
• Say a fond farewell to your old home.
• Drop the door keys off at your solicitors.