Moving to a new home is exciting, but let’s be honest—it can also feel completely overwhelming. Between sorting through years of belongings, changing your address, and packing up boxes, it’s easy for important tasks to slip through the cracks.

To help you stay organized and stress-free, the team at Alaska Movers has put together the ultimate step-by-step moving checklist. Follow this timeline to ensure your next move goes off without a hitch!

4 Weeks Before the Move: The Sorting Phase

The earlier you start, the easier your moving day will be. Use this month to declutter so you aren’t paying to move items you don’t even want anymore.

• Purge and Donate: Go room by room. Separate items into three categories: Keep, Donate, and Trash.

• Gather Your Supplies: Stock up on sturdy boxes, packing tape, bubble wrap, and permanent markers.

• Research Your Moving Options: If you want a stress-free experience, now is the time to request a quote from a professional moving company like Alaska Movers to secure your preferred date.

2 Weeks Before the Move: The Packing Phase

This is where the real work begins. Packing efficiently now will make unpacking at your new home a breeze.

• Pack Non-Essentials First: Start with items you won’t need over the next two weeks, such as seasonal clothes, books, and decorative pieces.

• Label Everything Clearly: Don’t just write “Kitchen” on a box. Write “Kitchen – Pots and Pans” and mark which room it belongs to.

• Notify Important Parties: Change your address with the post office, and schedule your utilities (internet, electricity, water) to be disconnected at your old home and activated at the new one.

1 Week Before the Move: The Final Countdown

You’re almost at the finish line. This week is all about tying up loose ends.

• Pack an “Open First” Box: Put together a suitcase or box with essentials you’ll need immediately on your first night—toiletries, a change of clothes, chargers, basic tools, and toilet paper.

• Defrost the Fridge: Empty, defrost, and clean your refrigerator at least 24 to 48 hours before moving day.

• Confirm the Details: Double-check the timings and details with your moving team so everyone is on the same page.

Need a Helping Hand?

While a checklist makes moving manageable, nothing beats having a team of professionals handle the heavy lifting for you.

At Alaska Movers, we treat your belongings like our own. Whether you need help packing up fragile items or just need a reliable team to transport your life to your new home, we’re here to help.