The Ultimate Flat Moving Guide + Printable Checklist

TL;DR

• Create a moving plan and budget, then schedule your movers 6-8 weeks in advance.
• Notify necessary parties of your address change and collect moving supplies 4-5 weeks prior.
• Pack valuables and essentials 2-3 weeks before, then confirm plans for moving day a week out.
• On moving day, check your lease, pack boxes near the door, and do a final walkthrough of your old place.

Moving into a new apartment can be incredibly stressful and overwhelming for anyone; that’s why we’ve made a printable checklist for you to follow during the entire process! Between packing boxes, decluttering your apartment, and finding reliable movers, there seems to be an endless to-do list you need to pay attention to. But, not to worry, if you follow our free printable checklist, your move into the new apartment will be a breeze!

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The first things on your to-do list before moving into your new apartment

Before we go on with the details regarding our checklist for moving into a flat, let’s see, in general, what is there to consider. As soon as you decide to move, create a plan and set a move-in date. Regarding the plan, you can start with a simpler one and fill it in as you discover more details. Think about what needs to be done in your current home, from decluttering to packing or even small renovations that you need to take care of if you’ve been renting.

Next, you should consider your budget and estimate the moving costs; consider the cost of everything from packing tape to the moving company fees. When choosing your moving company, be sure to scatter the Internet for Eurosenders combination of quality and price. Write down a thorough to-do list and stick to it religiously throughout the apartment moving process.

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At Eurosender, you will find the most efficient relocation and moving arrangements, tailored to your specific needs. We offer end-to-end van moving services starting at 0.48 EUR/h. Whether you will be shipping just a few personal belongings or moving your entire apartment, we will find the right transport solution for you. Your only responsibility is to make sure everything is packed and protected for moving, which will be a breeze if you follow our printable moving apartment checklist.

Follow the checklist as the flat move begins!

If you want to avoid the stress of moving, it’s best to start planning about two months in advance. This will allow you to give proper notice to your property manager and schedule movers.

To keep yourself in check as you prepare, and during each stage of the moving process, you can follow our week-by-week guide, complete with a checklist for everything you need to be on top of while you move into your new flat. Following a specific timeline and making a checklist when moving into a flat will ensure a stress-free relocation throughout the whole process – from start to finish.

6 to 8 weeks before your moving date

Now would be the best time to consider scheduling your movers. The apartment movers should be a top priority on your to-do list! When doing this, try to be as precise as possible and get everything in writing – from the cost to the arrival time.

Let’s get to it then:

Make sure you have your paperwork in one place. You can use a simple file folder or have them stored online. This will make it easier for you to access essential documents as your home will become messier and messier with the packing.

Plan your moving day from start to finish! Here you can decide what are you able to move by yourself and what will you leave for the mover company.

Set a reasonable cost of moving. Your checklist when moving to a new apartment or house should include the moving company’s price, all the materials for packing, and the essential things you will need for your new house or apartment. For example, you can immediately get a price for renting a van with a man for your relocation by just clicking here and inserting the pickup and delivery countries.

A smart thing to do would be to ask for time off work on the day you will be moving. If possible, ask for a Friday off to use up the free days during the weekend for unboxing and settling in your new home before going back to work.

This is the best time to start decluttering and getting rid of things that are no longer useful to you. It would be a shame to waste money and time packing items you haven’t used in years. If the things are still in functional condition, you might even consider donating them to a charitable organization.

Fund your move with a garage sale! A garage sale is a great way to get rid of your old stuff and help pay for your moving company. The best part is – you don’t even need to go outside. Today you can use any number of apps on your smartphone for this – just snap and sell!

4 to 5 weeks until the move

Usually, things tend to get somewhat stressful around this time in the moving process. Not to worry, though. If you carefully follow our guidelines and keep track of your move with our free printable checklist, moving into your new apartment will be a breeze!

A smart move at this stage is to notify the post office and other necessary parties that you will be changing your address. You probably don’t want to miss any important documents getting lost in the mail.

This is also the ideal time to collect moving supplies such as boxes, tapes, markers, bags, and bubble wrap. You may also consider developing a box-per-room system.

Make sure that you have someone to help you on your moving day, whether it’s with the packing itself or helping with childcare or pet care.

Eat up! It would be a shame to waste food due to your move. Make a meal prep for the upcoming weeks and stick to it during this period.

2 – 3 weeks left until your move

You are almost there! Now it’s time to get busy and prepare yourself for your moving day. Hopefully, you’ve been following our printable checklist, and the move into your new apartment or house is going smoothly by now!

At this stage, you can go about separating out valuables, important files, and items you would need daily, such as hygiene essentials, clothes, laptops, important documents, etc. They are best kept with you during the move, and they should go in a separate box.

Don’t forget to set aside clean clothes you need to travel in during the actual move. Also, it would come in handy if you had some to spare as well.

Start packing! Now is the time to start packing as many items as possible. Make sure not to pack anything you might need to use in the next couple of weeks, so you don’t have to open and tape back any of your boxes.

Only a week left until your moving day

Exciting, right?

Only seven days left until the big move. If you’ve been following our guide and moving checklist for your flat until now, the following few things will be a breeze, and you’ll be moved into your new flat in no time!

Here are the last few things you might want to take care of on your moving checklist:

Pack your essentials box and luggage for the trip. Make sure not to mix these up with the rest of the moving items.

This is an excellent time to confirm other plans such as child or pet care, moving company arrangements, and the whole moving day schedule.

If you were a renter – schedule a walk-through of your current apartment with the property manager to ensure you get back your security deposit.

Your moving day has arrived

Are you ready?

This is probably the most challenging day in the moving process for everybody since there are more people involved, there is transportation involved, and the overall emotional stress of leaving is taking its toll. Not to worry, though. Nothing is impossible, so let’s get to it:

This applies to renters, and it’s an important one – check your lease. Make sure that you follow all the rules in your agreement to get your full deposit back.

All your boxes should be neatly packed and located near the door. This will make the movers’ job a lot easier and quicker.

Before you walk out the door, do a thorough walk-through of the apartment.

Make one last confirmation call with the mover’s company. Ensure that they have the correct address and confirm the exact time of their arrival.

Now that you’ve arrived at your new apartment or house go through your checklist one last time and make sure the move is officially done! Direct the movers around as they will be bringing in your items.

There you have it! Now you can start unpacking and enjoy your new apartment!

Still have questions?

Check our relocation guides for more information.