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Check Major Appliances
If you moved major appliances, such as a stove, dishwasher, washer or dryer, check to make sure all
appliances and electronics are working to ensure nothing was damaged during the move. This is
particularly true if the mover prepared your appliances for the move. Your insurance policy may have a
limited time in which to make a claim. Since these are big ticket items, you should make sure they're all
working.
Check all Boxes and Furniture
Make sure you check all the boxes and furniture to make sure nothing was damaged during the move.
You should also make sure everything arrived, and nothing was lost. You can do this by conducting a
home inventory. Again, if you find your stuff was damaged at all, contact the mover and your insurance
company to submit a claim. It's important to do this immediately upon moving in, or the insurance
company may not reimburse you.
Get Your Utilities Set Up
Before you can check your electronics, make sure all your services are up and running. There's nothing
worse than arriving at your new place, late at night, and the lights don't work.
Collect Receipts
Make sure you keep all receipts and documentation related to your move in one file and keep the file in
a safe, secure place. Make sure you have your Bill of Lading and payment receipt. You may be able to
claim your move on your next tax return, and you'll need all the necessary receipts to make your claim.
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