How to Prepare Your Home for Movers on Moving Day

Don’t pay to move items you no longer need. Go through closets, cabinets, and storage spaces to donate, sell, or toss things you don’t plan to keep. A lighter load makes moving day faster and more affordable.

Unless you’ve hired full-service packing, make sure your boxes are ready to go. Use sturdy boxes, secure them with tape, and label each one with its contents and destination room. For example, “Kitchen – Glassware” or “Master Bedroom – Linens.” This helps movers place boxes in the correct rooms at your new home.

Movers need safe, unobstructed access to doors, hallways, and stairways. Remove rugs, toys, or clutter that could cause tripping hazards. If possible, ensure your driveway or street parking is clear so the moving truck can park close to your home.

Moving day is busy, and pets or young children can easily get underfoot. Arrange for them to stay with a friend, family member, or in a safe room away from the action. This ensures their safety and helps movers stay focused.

If you’re moving large appliances like washers, dryers, or refrigerators, disconnect them in advance. For electronics, take photos of cord setups before unplugging to make reassembly easier.

Keep valuables, important documents, medications, and essentials (like phone chargers, snacks, and a change of clothes) with you. Movers can handle the heavy lifting, but these personal items are best kept in your care.

Before the movers arrive, double-check every room, closet, and drawer to ensure nothing is left behind. A final walkthrough gives you peace of mind and helps movers get right to work.