MOVING CHECKLIST
1 WEEK BEFORE MOVING DAY THE DAY BEFORE MOVING DAY
Send change-of-address cards to Confirm your PODS container
pickup, delivery date, and address at
your new home by logging into your
account at PODS.com.
everyone who will need to contact
you at your new address.
Pack a bag with your checkbook,
credit cards, identification,
flashlight, keys, mobile phone
charger, toiletries, paper plates and
cups, towels, travel alarm clock,
bottled water, first aid kit, and
games for the kids.
Pack a suitcase with clothing and
other personal items.
Pack a tablet or laptop. You may
not get around to unpacking and
connecting that large-screen TV
for a few days.
Change the address on your pet's
name tag.
Make sure you have enough cash
for any needed travel expenses.
Empty and close your safe
deposit box.
Drain power equipment of oil
and gas.
Confirm any travel reservations.
Empty, defrost, and clean your
refrigerator and freezer at least
24 hours before moving day.
Vacuum and make arrangements
for disposing of any remaining trash.
CONTACT PODS BEFORE 4 P.M.
! IF YOU NEED TO RESCHEDULE
OR CANCEL YOUR DELIVERY.
MOVING DAY
Take note of your utility readings.
Ensure your utilities have been
connected at your new home.
Leave a note with your contact
information in the house so that
the new residents can forward any
stray mail or items left behind.
FIRST
STEPS
Make sure you have the padlock
keys for your container.
HOW WILL
I BE BILLED?
Keep a friend or family member
informed of your moving schedule
and contact information in case of
an emergency or unexpected event.
Check every room, cabinet, closet,
and the attic one last time.
When unloading the container
into your new home, check your
possessions carefully and note
any damaged items.
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