2-3 Weeks Before Your Move: Move Countdown: The Move Advocate: The Move Advocate

2-3 Weeks Before Your Move

Call ahead to have utilities connected at your new home.

Make final packing decisions. Start packing items you don't use often.

Clean and clear your home, including closets, basements and attics.

Call your bank to find out how to transfer your bank accounts.

Each year people move without clearing out their safety deposit boxes. Don't be another statistic.

If you've hidden any valuables around the house, be sure to collect them before leaving.

Some state laws prohibit moving house plants. Consider giving your plants to a friend or local charity.

Plan meals that will use up the food in your refrigerator and freezer.
Have your automobile serviced if you're traveling by car.
Transfer all current prescriptions to a drugstore in your new town.
Dispose of flammable items such as fireworks, cleaning fluids, matches, acids, chemistry sets, aerosol cans, paint, ammunition and poisons such as weed killer.
Drain all the oil and gasoline from your lawn mower and power tools to ensure safe transportation. Refer to your owner's manual for specific instructions.