{"id":1117,"date":"2021-09-24T06:46:55","date_gmt":"2021-09-24T06:46:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/?p=1117"},"modified":"2023-01-19T11:23:28","modified_gmt":"2023-01-19T11:23:28","slug":"post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Post Moving Checklist: 19 Things You Need To Do After Moving To New Home!!!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#Things_To_Do_Before_Relocation\" title=\"Things To Do Before Relocation\">Things To Do Before Relocation<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#1_Your_Shifting_Day\" title=\"1. Your Shifting Day\">1. Your Shifting Day<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#2_Try_to_figure_new_homes_dimension\" title=\"2. Try to figure new home\u2019s dimension\">2. Try to figure new home\u2019s dimension<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#3_The_moving_companys_non-allowable_list\" title=\"3. The moving company\u2019s non-allowable list\">3. The moving company\u2019s non-allowable list<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#4_Labeling_all_the_Boxes\" title=\"4. Labeling all the Boxes\">4. Labeling all the Boxes<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#5_Use_suitable_moving_Supplies\" title=\"5. Use suitable moving Supplies\">5. Use suitable moving Supplies<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#6_Cleaning_Your_former_Home\" title=\"6. Cleaning Your former Home\">6. Cleaning Your former Home<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#7_Organizing_items\" title=\"7. Organizing items\">7. Organizing items<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#8_Pet_relocation\" title=\"8. Pet relocation\">8. Pet relocation<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#9_Last_check\" title=\"9. Last check\">9. Last check<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#10_Getting_cash_before_the_move\" title=\"10. Getting cash before the move\">10. Getting cash before the move<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#Things_to_Do_After_Relocation\" title=\"Things to Do After Relocation\">Things to Do After Relocation<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#11_Clean_the_House\" title=\"11. Clean the House\">11. Clean the House<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#12_Transferring_the_utilities\" title=\"12. Transferring the utilities\">12. Transferring the utilities<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#13_Changing_your_address\" title=\"13. Changing your address\">13. Changing your address<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#14_Sending_out_a_moving_message\" title=\"14. Sending out a moving message\">14. Sending out a moving message<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#15_Packing_an_essentials_bag\" title=\"15. Packing an essentials bag\">15. Packing an essentials bag<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#16_Find_New_Hospitals_Or_Clinic\" title=\"16. Find New Hospitals Or Clinic\">16. Find New Hospitals Or Clinic<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#17_Searching_for_New_Schools\" title=\"17. Searching for New Schools\">17. Searching for New Schools<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#18_Registration_of_Vehicle\" title=\"18. Registration of Vehicle\">18. Registration of Vehicle<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/post-moving-checklist-19-things-you-need-to-do-after-moving-to-new-home\/#19_Change_The_Locks\" title=\"19. Change The Locks:\">19. Change The Locks:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Pick your pen and paper ready as it\u2019s the time to start making your checklist for shifting to a new house. There is a never-ending list of things to do, from budgeting to preparing for a new life in your new home. And before hiring a moving company, be sure to do your homework and choose a licensed, insured, and trustworthy mover. And if you are in the process of preparing your moving checklist, be sure to include these 19 easy-to-miss steps:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_To_Do_Before_Relocation\"><\/span>Things To Do Before Relocation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Your_Shifting_Day\"><\/span>1. Your Shifting Day<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1327\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Your-Shifting-Day.jpg\" alt=\"Your Shifting Day\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Your-Shifting-Day.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Your-Shifting-Day-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Want to experience a cost-effective move? Then choose a mid-week, mid-month moving date when hiring professional packers and movers. Also, try to avoid peak moving season when rates are typically higher. Instead, aim for a move in between the months of October and April when demand is lowest.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Try_to_figure_new_homes_dimension\"><\/span>2. Try to figure new home\u2019s dimension<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1325\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Try-to-figure-new-homeGCOs-dimension.jpg\" alt=\"Try to figure new homeGCOs dimension\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Try-to-figure-new-homeGCOs-dimension.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Try-to-figure-new-homeGCOs-dimension-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Before shifting into a new house, do not forget to look at the blueprint of your new destined house. Kindly measure all interior spaces, as well as your furniture. This way, you\u2019ll know precisely what belongings will fit where in your new home. You\u2019ll also be able to direct your movers better where to place all your furnishings.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_The_moving_companys_non-allowable_list\"><\/span>3. The moving company\u2019s non-allowable list<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1316\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/non-allowable-list.jpg\" alt=\"non allowable list\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/non-allowable-list.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/non-allowable-list-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Are you willing to hire a packing moving company? Do not forget the list of non-allowable things. These items include aerosol cans, paints, pesticides, cleaning solvents, scuba tanks, propane tanks, fire extinguishers, and fertilizer. It is advisable to cross-check with your hired packing moving company.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Labeling_all_the_Boxes\"><\/span>4. Labeling all the Boxes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1314\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Labeling-all-the-Boxes.jpg\" alt=\"Labeling all the Boxes\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Labeling-all-the-Boxes.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Labeling-all-the-Boxes-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you are packing your belongings without labeling the boxes, you\u2019re making a huge mistake. All fragile items should be marked to avoid damage. All the items should also be labeled according to their respective rooms, such as \u201ckitchen,\u201d \u201cbathroom,\u201d and many more.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Use_suitable_moving_Supplies\"><\/span>5. Use suitable moving Supplies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1326\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Use-suitable-moving-Supplies.jpg\" alt=\"Use suitable moving Supplies\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Use-suitable-moving-Supplies.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Use-suitable-moving-Supplies-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Damaged or the wrong boxes can make your shifting the worst experience. Like your television, mirrors, and artwork, the needed item seems to need a specific type of moving box (think: telescope boxes). They also may require professional packing. So, check for professional packers and movers who help you pack all your belongings with utmost safety and security.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Cleaning_Your_former_Home\"><\/span>6. Cleaning Your former Home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1310\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Cleaning-Your-former-Home.jpg\" alt=\"Cleaning Your former Home\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Cleaning-Your-former-Home.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Cleaning-Your-former-Home-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Before you move, do not forget to do one last sweep in your old house. Once you have made sure everything is packed, you should do a deep clean, including cleaning all floors, fridges and wiping down all the surfaces.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Organizing_items\"><\/span>7. Organizing items<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1317\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Organizing-items.jpg\" alt=\"Organizing items\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Organizing-items.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Organizing-items-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Before you go packing, I recommend getting your home organized. And items that won\u2019t be necessary for the new home should be set aside for donating or selling. Having less stuff to move will make your relocation less stressful and less expensive. In case you don\u2019t have the right eye for organization, you can hire interior designers to help you with the same.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Pet_relocation\"><\/span>8. Pet relocation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1319\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Pet-relocation.jpg\" alt=\"Pet relocation\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Pet-relocation.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Pet-relocation-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Are you planning to move with your pet? Always be sure to pack a bag or box of pet essentials, as well as a crate. Pet essentials may include pet food, toys, etc.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Last_check\"><\/span>9. Last check<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Last-check.jpg\" alt=\"Last check\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Last-check.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Last-check-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Last but not least, one of the essential points is that you should click pictures of the empty and clean home before leaving so that you don\u2019t have any issues with the landlord later clear all the payment-related problems before handing the keys.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Getting_cash_before_the_move\"><\/span>10. Getting cash before the move<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1313\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Getting-cash-before-the-move.jpg\" alt=\"Getting cash before the move\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Getting-cash-before-the-move.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Getting-cash-before-the-move-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Are you planning on tipping your packers movers? Many people choose to list their movers for a job well done. If tipping, be sure to grab cash before the move.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_Do_After_Relocation\"><\/span>Things to Do After Relocation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Clean_the_House\"><\/span>11. Clean the House<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1311\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Clean-the-House.jpg\" alt=\"Clean the House\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Clean-the-House.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Clean-the-House-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Whether a newly built house or the first occupant, you must perform \u201cspace clearing\u201d rituals to clear out other people\u2019s energy and establish new energy for yourself and your family. Cleaning the house and all the surfaces is a good idea, especially if you don\u2019t quite feel comfortable or confident in the typical space clearing procedures, like burning sage and chiming bells or gongs.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Transferring_the_utilities\"><\/span>12. Transferring the utilities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1324\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Transferring-the-utilities.jpg\" alt=\"Transferring the utilities\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Transferring-the-utilities.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Transferring-the-utilities-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A few weeks before moving, contact your service providers to inform them about your relocations. While you have them on your phone, go ahead and share your connect dates for gas and electricity. In addition, you should contact your cable and internet service provider, as well as your security system provider, to schedule an installation date after the move. For more details, browse our portal SurfIndia.com.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Changing_your_address\"><\/span>13. Changing your address<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1309\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Changing-your-address.jpg\" alt=\"Changing your address\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Changing-your-address.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Changing-your-address-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">It can be easy to forget your billing addresses and subscription addresses during a chaotic move. However, none want their magazines to be delivered to the wrong house, or your credit cards declined. So, I recommend changing your address as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Sending_out_a_moving_message\"><\/span>14. Sending out a moving message<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1323\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Sending-out-a-moving-message.jpg\" alt=\"Sending out a moving message\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Sending-out-a-moving-message.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Sending-out-a-moving-message-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Do not forget to let your friends and family know that you\u2019ve relocated! While you can send out an official moving message through the mail, it may be easiest to email or text all contacts with your new address.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Packing_an_essentials_bag\"><\/span>15. Packing an essentials bag<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1318\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Packing-an-essentials-bag.jpg\" alt=\"Packing an essentials bag\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Packing-an-essentials-bag.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Packing-an-essentials-bag-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The chances are good that you\u2019re not going to want to shift through hundreds of boxes so for this reason, always have a pack of essentials for your first night or week in your new home. The suitcase must have a few changes of clothes, PJs, toiletries, pet essentials, and medicine.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Find_New_Hospitals_Or_Clinic\"><\/span>16. Find New Hospitals Or Clinic<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1312\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Find-New-Hospitals-Or-Clinic.jpg\" alt=\"Find New Hospitals Or Clinic\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Find-New-Hospitals-Or-Clinic.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Find-New-Hospitals-Or-Clinic-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Do not forget to find new Clinics or hospitals when you relocate. I suggest first asking your current physician for any recommendations they may have in your new city. If they don\u2019t have suggestions, check with your health insurance company to find a doctor in your network of providers.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_Searching_for_New_Schools\"><\/span>17. Searching for New Schools<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1322\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Searching-for-New-Schools.jpg\" alt=\"Searching for New Schools\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Searching-for-New-Schools.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Searching-for-New-Schools-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Do not ignore your new city\u2019s schools and if you have school-age children, do your research on both the neighborhood\u2019s public and private schools before moving.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Registration_of_Vehicle\"><\/span>18. Registration of Vehicle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1321\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Registration-of-Vehicle.jpg\" alt=\"Registration of Vehicle\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Registration-of-Vehicle.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Registration-of-Vehicle-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">You need to get a new driver\u2019s license, and also you need to register your vehicle. Let your car insurance know about your address change, and my advice is to visit your new city\u2019s DMV website to find rules and deadlines within the first week of your move.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_Change_The_Locks\"><\/span>19. Change The Locks:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1308\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Change-The-Locks.jpg\" alt=\"Change The Locks\" width=\"827\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Change-The-Locks.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Change-The-Locks-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">As soon as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/packers-and-movers\/home-relocation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">house shifting<\/a> is over, you have gotten the keys. The first thing you should be concerned about is changing your home keys. Either try to buy and install new sets of locks or call a locksmith to your house and have the keys switched.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Final Verdict<\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">On a final thought, we hope that you have got enough information and innovative ideas to get started on your new home preparations. Relocation has never been an easy job for many, so hiring professional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.surfindia.com\/packers-and-movers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">packers and movers<\/a> is best to make your journey hassle-free and safe. You can also check SurfIndia, an honest and genuine portal that has enlisted thousands of packing and moving companies offering budget-friendly house shifting services. 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