Moving is a very stress filled time for most people. In an effort to take some of this stress out of your move, we have put together a timetable of tasks 'to do'. You may want to print this page and keep it handy so that you can use it as a guide during the weeks prior to your move.

ASAP:
Decide on a mover and book your move. We certainly hope you choose Buckhead Movers. List each possession, purchase date, and value. Now is the time to determine those items which you want to sell, donate, or throw away. Consider hosting a moving sale. If you can't use it - don't move it.

1 MONTH BEFORE YOUR MOVE:
Inventory - List each possession, purchase date, and value. Now is the time to determine those items which you want to sell, donate, or throw away. Consider hosting a moving sale. If you can't use it - don't move it.
Address Change - File a change of address form with the Post Office for each person receiving mail at your home. The Post Office can supply you with address change cards to send to creditors, magazines, clubs, etc.
Phones - Make arrangements to discontinue your local telephone service and to reestablish service in your new location. To insure continuous communication during your move, we suggest scheduling your old phone disconnection on the day after your move and we suggest scheduling your new phone connection on the day before your move.
Medical/Dental - Obtain family records and ask for referrals from your doctor and dentist. Also get copies of prescriptions.
Utilities - Contact your local utilities to have your service turned off after your departure. Contact utilities in your new city for connections.
Schools - Notify your children's schools of your impending move. Take steps necessary to enroll your children in school in your new location.
Packing - It's never too soon to start, but you certainly should start by now. You should start by packing items which are needed less frequently and work your way up to items that are used daily. If you pack just 4 boxes every day, you will have packed 120 in a month. While that sounds like a lot of boxes, you may be surprised at how many boxes it takes to pack all of your items (ask your moving consultant about providing our reasonably priced packing materials).
Lighten your Load: Moving is a good time to 'trim down' some of your belongings. Now would be a good time to give that hutch which won't fit in your new home to your son and daughter-in-law. What about those two closets full of clothes that you haven't worn for 10 years? Conduct a yard sale and donate remaining items to a charitable organization. Basically, if you can't use it, don't move it. What about those items that you just can't part with but you simply don't have room for? Our 34,000 square foot state-of-the-art Storage facility is just the place for your needs.

3 WEEKS BEFORE YOUR MOVE:
Make a rough sketch out the floor plan of your new home and determine the placement of your furnishings.
Make a list of names, addresses and numbers you might need.
Make arrangements to move your plants and pets. Be sure and pack some of your pets 'home' items where you can easily get to them once your pet arrives.
Insurance - Check with your homeowners insurance company to see if you may need additional insurance to cover your move. Also make arrangements to transfer your policy to cover your new address.

2 WEEKS BEFORE YOUR MOVE:
Have your automobile(s) serviced. Plan your trip to your new destination.
Make arrangements for disconnecting and reconnecting your appliances.
We cannot transport flammable or explosive materials. Dispose of items such as gasoline, cleaning fluids, pressurized or aerosol cans, and ammunition.
Discontinue services such as newspaper, trash pickup, lawn service, etc. and arrange for service in your new location.

1 WEEK BEFORE YOUR MOVE:
Transfer bank and savings accounts.
Arrange for payment of your move. Unless prior arrangements have been approved by Buckhead Movers, payment by cash, money order, or credit card is required before unloading.
Determine which items you're taking with you. Pack these items and set aside in a designated area.
Prepare all of your valuables (money, jewelry, etc.) for placement in a safety deposit box or for you to move prior to moving day.
Drain the fuel from lawnmowers and other power equipment.

1 DAY BEFORE YOUR MOVE:
Pack a box 'Got To Have' items. These are items which you will need as soon as you arrive at your new home. Snacks, bathroom items, paper plates and cups, small tools, and trash bags are just a few items you may want to pack in this box. You probably should transport this box yourself, otherwise make sure your mover loads it last and unloads it first.
Make sure all of your valuables are stored in a safety deposit box, or are ready for you to move.
If you have used our packing service, make sure all packing services have been performed before you sign for them.
Defrost, thoroughly clean and dry refrigerator.

MOVING DAY:
Be on hand when our driver arrives and throughout the loading process.
Accompany the driver during his inventory. Check on the condition of your goods as they are loaded.
Make sure that nothing in your home has been overlooked.
Sign the bill of lading and make sure your new address and phone number are correct.
Give your driver directions as required
Lock all windows and doors, and turn off all switches.
Be on hand to pay the driver with cash, traveler's check, credit card or money order prior to your goods being unloaded.