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Moving isn’t always easy or the most fun thing to do, but it doesn’t have to be so hard. Follow this checklist to moving including tips, tricks, and more. We can’t promise it’ll take all the stress away, but we assure you it will help whether you’re moving down the street or across the country. Shipping cars? Schedule your car pick-up so your car arrives before you arrive Hire your movers - make sure they are licensed and trusted Create a moving file/folder to store quotes/receipts Sort through your belongings. Know what is coming, staying, or what is being donated When scheduling your Cool Box arrival, consider giving yourself a large window of time to load all of your belongings Cancel/redirect any scheduled or reoccurring deliveries Time to clean! Don’t leave a mess for the landlord or new home owner Triple check all hidden areas to make sure nothing is left behind Make sure utilities have been shut off and turned on in your new place Take a final walk-through of your old place and get the keys to your new home Withdraw some cash for the journey Confirm details with Cool Box on container delivery and pick-up If you hired movers, re-confirm the date and time the movers should arrive Have an emergency contact on call in case anything comes up during the move When unloading your Cool Box, be careful when opening as things may have shifted during transportation 6 WEEKS BEFORE Make your travel arrangements (lodging/flights) Order your packing supplies (tape, boxes, etc.) Moving out of state? Ask for doctor and insurance referrals Research and make sure your bank has a branch near you 2 WEEKS BEFORE Prepare vehicle registration if moving to a new state Schedule somewhere safe for pets to go the day of the move If driving, start researching your route for the move Moves can be stressful, so send out a moving announcement to everyone! MOVING DAY! POST MOVE THE WEEK BEFORE 8 WEEKS BEFORE 4 WEEKS BEFORE Pack your box of essentials for moving day Cell phone charger Laptop and charger Medication A change of clothes Toiletries Jewelry Paper towels Toilet paper Trash bags Snacks and water Tape measure Any irreplaceable items Y�s N� BOOK Schedule your new utility services to be connected and set a date for current utilities to be disconnected Depending where you are moving, your Cool Box might need a permit for being on city streets Purchase moving insurance to ensure all your items are protected File a change of address with the U.S. Postal Service, all billing companies, and any online accounts Make your bed and put your shower curtain up first! Order new checks Update your license Unpack your boxes in the first few days. Now that you have all you need (and more) for your big move, get things started by scheduling your Cool Box Portable Storage container today! UPDATE Need more time? Keep your Cool Box as long as you need. Simply contact us with an updated time frame. PLAN YOUR MOVE TODAY
