Your Moving Plan
Pro Tips from Anywhere Moving
Moving is a complex process, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. As your moving partners for any move within BC, we’ve compiled our best professional advice into this simple, chronological checklist. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth and organized relocation.
Phase 1: The Planning & Booking Sprint (1–2 Months Out)
This is when the bulk of your home gets boxed up. Structure and labelling are your best friends here.
| Action Item | Pro Tip for Success | Seamless Solution |
| Secure Your Mover | Get an accurate quote and book your date as soon as possible, especially during peak season (May-September). | Ready to book? Call us now for your transparent, obligation-free quote! |
| Declutter Ruthlessly | Move less, save more. Use this time to donate, recycle, and dispose of items you no longer need. | Need a clean-out? Ask us about our Junk Removal and Move-Out Cleaning services. |
| Manage Logistics | Notify all providers and government agencies: utilities (gas, water, electric), cable, internet, and Canada Post (change of address). | Start a dedicated notebook to track confirmation numbers and dates for all transfers. |
| Floor Plan First | Print the new home's floorplan (provided by your realtor or builder) and use a pencil to mark where major furniture items will go. Schedule an onsite visit for detailed measurements as needed. This may save significant time and effort on moving day. | Use your notes to create a guide for your movers, detailing which rooms get which items. |
Phase 2: Deep Packing & Prep (3–4 Weeks Out)
This is when the bulk of your home gets boxed up. Structure and labelling are your best friends here.
| Action Item | Pro Tip for Success | Seamless Solution |
| Master the Label | Don't just write the room. Use detailed labeling: Room (color-coded) + Contents (e.g., Kitchen - Blue: Everyday Dishes). Also, number each box and keep a master list. | No time to pack? Our End to End Packing Service handles all materials, wrapping, and detailed labeling for you. |
| The 'Parts Bag' Rule | Plan to transport these in your car as well. Moving art or irreplaceable antique? Learn how our White Glove Service provides custom crating and precision handling. | Our movers can handle all furniture Disassembly and Reassembly as part of our premium services. |
| Know the Restrictions | Set aside items that are unsafe or illegal for loading onto our trucks, such as propane tanks, paint, paint thinners, aerosols, and other corrosive/flammable liquids. | Plan to transport boxes of these prohibited items in your car or arrange for proper disposal at a local depot. |
| Prepare Valuables | Separate and clearly identify in boxes all personal valuables you plan to move yourself, such as jewelry, money, critical documents, and medications. | Plan to transport these in your car as well. Moving art or irreplaceable antique? Learn how our White Glove Service provides custom crating and precision handling. |
| Change of Address | Submit a change of address at the post office website online, or in person. Go online and update charities and other mailings one week prior |
Phase 3: The Final Countdown (1 Week Before)
These are the essential final steps that guarantee a smooth moving day.
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Book the Move-Out Clean
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Prep the Appliances: Defrost, drain, and clean your refrigerator and freezer 24-48 hours before the move. Clean your washer and dryer, oven and stove.
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The Moving Day Survival Kit: This is the last box packed, and the first box opened. Keep this small box separate from the main pile.
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Kit Contents: Toiletries, paper towels, charging cables, essential tools (utility knife/screwdriver), medications, a few snacks, water bottles, tape, sharpies, and a change of clothes.
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Confirm and Prepare Site Access: Reconfirm the arrival time with our team. Ensure you have a dedicated parking space cleared for the moving truck at both the pick-up and drop-off locations to speed up the process.
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Cancel newspaper or other delivered subscription services
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Contact utilities (gas, hydro, security) and arrange to move service to a new location or cancel
A Smooth and Uneventful Moving Day
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Check whether your movers have the correct new address.
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Supervise loading of the truck
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Clean the house as each room is emptied
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Take all garbage to the landfill or recycling depot
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Walk through the home or business to ensure you don’t have anything left behind
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Leave a note/email your new contact information with the new residents for forwarding mail or packages
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At the new location, conduct a quick inspection and take photos and notes of any damage before the movers start moving boxes and furniture in
