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Moving Checklist – 1 Week

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1 Week Before Move- Checklist

MARK ITEMS

    • Clearly mark items you plan to move yourself. Make sure they are all in one spot so it is obvious that they do NOT go on the truck.
    • Take a JUMBO RED MARKER to all fragile boxes or add BIG “fragile” stickers.

CASH, BANK & TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS

    • Get cash. You will need cash for any number of things: tips while traveling, tip for movers, emergency cash, etc.
    • Confirm all travel arrangements and reservations.
    • If you have a lock-box at the bank, make sure to make a list of its contents, close-out the lock-box and have a plan for safe transport of the items from your current bank to a bank near your new home. If there are things that you cannot take with you, check with your bank for the best way to transport these items.

HOUSE PREPARATION

    • Clean out your stove and get it ready to move.
    • Do your final loads of laundry. If you are moving the washer and dryer, leave plenty of time this week to un-hook your washer and dryer and prep them for moving. Check your user manual for specifics or call the appliance store where you purchased them.
    • Pack your suitcases and add any last minute clothes to your “Open Me First” box.
    • Prepare your fridge and freezer ahead of time. Refer to the owner’s manual for manufacturer guidelines. They will likely need to be unplugged well in advance so they have ample time to cool down, warm up and dry out. If you cannot find specifics for your model, start a week out. Make sure they are unplugged, room temp, wiped out and completely empty and totally dry for a full 48 hours BEFORE your movers arrive. Use baking soda to eliminate any odors and leave them open to allow them to air out. Making sure they are dry, dry, dry helps to prevent mold and mildew. Important Note: If you have children, please be EXTRA cautious – these are tempting hiding spots for curious kids. Tape something to the inside edge of the door so the door cannot be completely closed or remove the doors altogether. When they are ready to go, the movers can easily remove the prop or re-attach the doors. In the meantime your children will be safe.

MOVER-RELATED ITEMS

  • Make sure your moving company knows how to reach you while you are in transit to your new place and that YOU know how to reach them. Especially if moving over a weekend or Holiday.
  • Make sure you know how to pay your mover. Do not assume. Always ask.
  • Make sure you understand the insurance coverage of your belongings. If using a moving company, check with them. If moving yourself, check with your insurance agent about items in a rental truck, in your car and things in transit in other ways.
Moving checklist. Valuable Timeline of oving Tips. CUMMINGS MOVING Co.
MOVING REVIEWS

Emails from Our Clients

We felt fortunate to be in such good hands! Ricardo, Ishmail, and Marty were excellent at providing council and helping us get everything packed and loaded into the truck. Honestly, it looked to us as though not a single molecule of space remained in the Cummi… Read more
Bruce M - Belmont & Penn Valley
The crew was excellent.  They were careful and considerate.  We would use Cummings again if we had to move.
Rick
We want to express our gratitude as we continue to marvel at your superior moving services and our experience with Cummings Moving. Your company came highly recommended to us by a company that uses you frequently so that certainly set the stage for a good rela… Read more
Candiece & John M - Marin County
Your moving crew was great — Polite, helpful, and not a wasted moment, coming in $300 under estimate for time.  I would certainly recommend you to anyone planning a move.  Thanks to them for their good work.
Elizabeth C
What an awesome team. I can’t say enough about this company. They have great customer service and support. I have used them twice. The second move was quite complicated. It  involved multiple locations, donations, packing and crating valuables. From star… Read more
Anne D - San Francisco, CA
The entire experience was great – from the quote with Enrique to the moving day with the crew. Everyone was so professional and efficient. We will definitely recommend you to anyone we know who needs moving services and will keep you in mind if we ever need to… Read more
Karen - San Mateo
We were very impressed with our experience with Cummings. The crew arrived promptly at 8:30 and immediately started working. They worked efficiently and were very thorough about what we wanted to move and which items were not being moved. They were friendly an… Read more
Leslie L - San Mateo
I want to thank you once again and offer kudos to all those who were involved in my most recent move. As all of you know, this last move was my 5th within 6years. And I have used Cummings each and every time! And, even though this last move was with a lot l… Read more
Peggy R
Awesome! Super great to work with. Made our move so easy!
Nicola G
Thank you for completing our move from Brisbane to Bakersfield yesterday. Your crew was on time, courteous, professional. They made the experience easier! We will certainly recommend you to friends!
Lee & Rebecca - Brisbane
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FROM OWNERS AMY & ENRIQUE

“As owners, we are hands-on. Our ability to deliver excellent service as San Francisco movers comes from our commitment to both customer and employee. Through regular training, supervision, competitive compensation, daily attention to excellence, and deep care for our customers and their belongings, we create an environment where top-level service is second nature."

San Francisco is our home. Moving residents and businesses is our passion. Your great experience with us as San Francisco movers is our aim - Every Day.
-Amy Messinger & Enrique Palos

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Cummings Moving Company

Since 1969 - Serving San Francisco
and the Bay Area

San Francisco (SF)
Location
415-387-4000

On the Peninsula
650-692-3000

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