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Moving House Checklist Devon | Ultimate Guide
A comprehensive moving house checklist to help you plan your Devon house move. From 8 weeks before to moving day, we cover everything you need to remember.
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Moving house can be overwhelming, but with proper planning, it doesn’t have to be stressful. We’ve created this comprehensive checklist based on our 5 years of experience helping Devon families move home.
8 Weeks Before Moving Day
Book Your Removal Company
- Get quotes from at least three removal companies
- Check reviews and insurance coverage
- Book your preferred date with Sigma Removals
- Confirm the quote in writing
Start Decluttering
- Go through each room and decide what to keep, donate, or throw away
- Hold a car boot sale or list items online
- Donate usable items to local Devon charities
- Arrange skip hire if needed
Notify Important Parties
- Tell your landlord or estate agent (if applicable)
- Inform your employer of your move
- Notify your children’s schools
- Register with a GP and dentist in your new area
6 Weeks Before Moving Day
Arrange Finances
- Inform your bank and building society
- Update your address with credit card companies
- Notify insurance providers (home, car, life)
- Inform HMRC and update your driving licence
Utilities and Services
- Contact utility providers for final meter readings
- Arrange connection dates for your new home
- Set up mail redirection with Royal Mail
- Update your address with subscription services
4 Weeks Before Moving Day
Start Packing
- Order packing materials (or book our packing service!)
- Pack items you don’t use daily
- Label all boxes clearly with contents and destination room
- Create an inventory list
- Pack a “first night” box with essentials
Final Notifications
- Update your address with:
- DVLA
- Electoral register
- TV Licensing
- Council Tax
- Phone and broadband providers
- Pension providers
2 Weeks Before Moving Day
Confirm Arrangements
- Confirm moving date with Sigma Removals
- Arrange time off work if needed
- Book parking permits if required (especially important in Exeter and Torquay town centres)
- Arrange childcare or pet care for moving day
Final Packing
- Pack remaining items except daily essentials
- Defrost freezer (if moving it)
- Use up frozen food
- Return library books and borrowed items
1 Week Before Moving Day
Final Preparations
- Confirm moving day details with your removal company
- Pack your essentials box
- Prepare keys for the new owners/landlord
- Take meter readings
- Empty and clean the loft
- Drain water from your washing machine
Moving Day
Morning
- Final meter readings
- Final walk-through of each room
- Ensure nothing is left behind
- Be available for the removal team
- Have contact numbers handy
At Your New Home
- Check all items arrive safely
- Direct the removal team where to place furniture
- Check for any damage (note it on the inventory if using a removal company)
- Take meter readings
- Test utilities and heating
After Moving Day
First Week
- Unpack essentials first
- Register with a local GP
- Introduce yourself to neighbours
- Locate nearest facilities (supermarket, post office, etc.)
- Update your address with:
- Amazon and online shopping accounts
- Social media
- Loyalty cards
- Professional associations
First Month
- Register to vote at your new address
- Update your will if you have one
- Get to know your new area
- Find local services (dentist, optician, etc.)
Top Tips for a Smooth Devon Move
Know Your Area
Devon’s rural nature means some properties can be tricky to access. Inform your removal company about:
- Narrow lanes (common in Devon villages)
- Limited parking
- Hills and steep driveways
- Any access restrictions
Weather Considerations
Devon weather can be unpredictable. Have a backup plan for:
- Protecting items from rain
- Dealing with muddy conditions
- Potential delays due to weather
Local Knowledge
Working with a local Devon removal company like Sigma Removals means:
- We know the best routes and times to travel
- We’re familiar with common access issues in Devon properties
- We understand local parking restrictions in Exeter, Torquay, and other Devon towns
- We can advise on the best moving times to avoid tourist season traffic
Need Help With Your Move?
At Sigma Removals, we’ve helped over 1,000 families move across Devon. We can help with:
- Full packing services
- Partial packing (just fragile items)
- Furniture disassembly and reassembly
- Short-term storage
- Same-day moves for urgent situations
Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote: 07792 215 204
Moving house doesn’t have to be stressful. With proper planning and the right removal company, your Devon house move can be smooth and straightforward.