8 Weeks Before You Move 6 Weeks Before 3 Weeks Before 2 Weeks Before 1 Week Before Pack Day Move Day Before Delivery Day Delivery Day In Case of Damage After Your Move

Move day may seem far away right now, but it will be upon you before you know it! Don't get caught unprepared. The key to a successful move is planning! To help you plan your move, Graebel has prepared a checklist on the following pages of things to do before, during and after to ensure it goes without a hitch. This list has been compiled from years of experience, however, it is not all-inclusive for everyone. Please take your special situations/needs into consideration and add steps if necessary. Eight Weeks Before Your Move Obtain a floor plan of your new residence and decide what household items you want to keep Contact your insurance agent to determine if your possessions are covered when moving Establish a file for all move papers and receipts _____________________________________________________ Six Weeks Before Your Move Begin search for good health-care professionals in your new location Fill out post-office change of address cards (or do it on-line at www.moversguide.com) Secure copies of family videos and photo negatives as these items are irreplaceable Send your new address to anyone that might need it - insurance agents, credit card companies, magazine subscriptions, friends, relatives, etc Clean out closets and dispose of all items that you will not be taking with you If you have any antiques, have them appraised for valuation purposes Hold a garage sale or donate items to charities (obtain a signed receipt for tax purposes) _____________________________________________________ Back to top Three Weeks Before Your Move Arrange to have utilities (gas, electric, phone, cable, water, etc.) disconnected after load day, and connected at your new home on or near delivery day Prepare all pertinent car registrations and insurance records for transfer Notify State Motor Vehicle Bureau of your new address Arrange for child care on moving day If necessary, reserve building elevator for pickup and/or delivery dates _____________________________________________________ Back to top Two Weeks Before Your Move Fill out a Gypsy Moth Inspection (enclosed if it applies to your area) Arrange transfer of jewelry/valuable documents - Graebel will not transport Obtain all medical and dental records, especially children's immunization Arrange for your children's school records to be transferred to their new school Make travel plans and reservations Use up food supplies Dispose of all items too dangerous to move, including flammable liquids _____________________________________________________ Back to top One Week Before Your Move Have your car serviced - if it is going to be transported in the van, reduce the gas level to one-fourth of a tank prior to moving day Confirm delivery address, en route phone number and arrival at destination with Coordinator Close charge accounts, transfer bank accounts and release safe deposit box Arrange shipment of pets Set aside items to take in the car and mark them "Do Not Move" Consider taking special games for travelling Take down curtains, rods, shelves, etc. Discontinue regular home delivery services (milk, newspaper, etc.) Confirm travel plans, especially hotel/motel reservations Have enough medication to last at least two weeks and forward prescriptions to a pharmacy at your new destination _____________________________________________________ Back to top Packing Day - One Day Before Your Move Empty, defrost and dry refrigerator and freezer Be present to answer packing crew's questions Your driver will call to re-confirm truck arrival time Finish any packing you've decided to do personally Remove from residence valuable items including jewelry, vital documents, money, etc. _____________________________________________________ Back to top Moving Day Go over entire countdown list Be present to answer moving crew's questions Your driver is authorized to open, inspect and re-pack (if necessary), any containers packed by you that don't seem safe for transport - this can result in additional cost Check inventory - be sure everything you want in the van is included Be sure you and driver exchange destination phone numbers Check the driver's Bill of Lading to verify: Transit protection, delivery address and/or notification phone number and probable delivery date or spread Notify your driver and Coordinator how you can be reached during the move _____________________________________________________ Don't Forget! Before you leave, remember to... Pack a Snack - Break up the trip with occasional stops or when stopping isn't convenient, break out the snacks Phone Ahead - If your move is going to take more than a day, be sure to phone ahead for hotel or motel reservations Take a last look around…Check entire home - inside and out - before your driver leaves: attic, backyard, basement, closets, cupboards, garage, medicine cabinet, other Remember your Graebel hotline card! Located in the front of your folder, keep this card with you at all times...we recommend in your wallet or purse. This 24-hour toll-free connection is as close as the nearest phone. Call us - we're here to help. Drive Safely, and have a good trip. You are our biggest concern - we look forward to seeing you safe and happy in your new home! Back to top Before Delivery Day Your driver will contact you to re-confirm truck arrival time at your new home Make sure utility service has been connected Check over your new home and decide on furniture placement. It is advisable to draw furniture location on a piece of paper and tape it to the wall in the appropriate room _____________________________________________________ Back to top Delivery Day Be on hand to answer any questions and give directions Supervise unloading, furniture placement and if applicable, unpacking Check off each item on the Inventory List as it is brought in by the crew Check condition of each item, note any missing or damaged item directly on Inventory List _____________________________________________________ Back to top In Case of Damage If you need to file a claim, contact your Customer Service Coordinator or the Graebel Claims Department as soon as it is reasonably possible. If the number provided is not toll-free, call collect. Repairs and/or replacements will be handled quickly in accordance with the coverage selected. Remember : Graebel stays with you every step of the way…until your belongings are safely in your new home. Our singular mission is to provide quality service. Please feel free to contact your Graebel Customer Service Coordinator for answers or to address any concern. In the event an issue is unresolved, feel comfortable to contact Graebel Management. Back to top First Week After Your Move Locate police and fire stations as well as hospitals and gas stations near your home Find shopping areas; you may need furniture, tools, or housewares unexpectedly Call the Department of Sanitation in your new town to find out which day the trash is collected and if your community has recycling programs Seek out new service providers such as a bank, cleaners, veterinarian Register to vote If you have moved into a different state, contact the Department of Motor Vehicles to exchange your driver's license Contact the Chamber of Commerce for helpful information on: schools, cable service, community activities, libraries and parks, emergency calling services, such as 911 Provide your new doctor and dentist with your medical history Transfer insurance policies to an agent in your new community Moving can be stressful - watch for effects on family members and pets so you can give comfort and a helping hand _____________________________________________________ Back to top Additional Reminders _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ Back to top