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Moving Checklist – 2 Weeks

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2 Weeks Before Moving – Checklist

CHECK WITH YOUR MOVER

    • Make all final packing decisions and call for help from your mover or friends NOW.
    • Make sure you have checked with your moving company regarding the transport of non-toxic/non-flammable fluids. Each company has its own guidelines and the answer may depend on expected temperatures and how long items will be on the truck. Find out now.
    • If your mover is going to transport your things like your lawn mower, snow blower, power tools and the like, all equipment will need to be completely drained of ALL oil and gasoline. When in doubt, ask your mover.

UTILITY & VEHICLE CHECK UP

    • Follow-up with your utility companies on both ends of your move. Make sure everything is on target for disconnection and connection just ahead of the day you move in. If you have a way to confirm actual activation of critical services like gas and electric ahead of time that is best. There are few things worse than arriving to a cold, dark house, late on a Saturday night when nothing can be done until Monday morning. Plan for success!
    • Take your car in for a road-trip check-up. Check the heat, AC, tires, get an oil change and anything else that would make sure your car has a great trip too.

UPON ARRIVAL

  • Prepare a list to tape to the refrigerator in your new place – include important phone numbers for: Hospital, doctors, dentist, vet, mechanic, police and fire department near your new home. Put this list in your “Open First Box.”
  • Start a shopping list of the first things you need to buy at the grocery store and home improvement store as soon as you get the truck unloaded at your new home. Keep this in your “Open First Box” or in your Moving Binder.

MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS

    • Make extra sure you have all the keys you need and extras on hand. Think car, house, apartment, storage, filing cabinet, lock box, etc. – keep them in a safe, easy to access place.
    • Make sure you have proof from your cable company that you returned your equipment.
    • Make sure all your prescriptions have been transferred successfully to that pharmacy near your new home.
    • Make certain all your bank related things are handled and that you know the location of the branch office and ATM near your new home.
    • Back up ALL computer files onto online back-up service AND disc or external hard-drive that you transport separate from your computer. Remember to be mindful of extreme temperatures when deciding how to transport the backup data.
    • Take inventory the things you plan to take with you in the car to make sure you have space for everything. Better to know now while there is time to make other arrangements.
    • Go through your attic, basement, crawl-space, closets, under the beds and behind furniture. Check the garage, the rafters, all the nooks and crannies of your home and storage spots to see if you have missed anything that needs packing.
Moving checklist. Valuable Timeline of oving Tips. CUMMINGS MOVING Co.
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We are the folks that had you handle two moves for us. The first move was a few things from a house in San Francisco along with a very, very full storage area in Santa Rosa. It was flawless!! The next week, your team packed, loaded and delivered (to Oregon) ou… Read more
Jerre R & Deanne R
Your crew was incredible!!! They were efficient and very patient when we were placing furniture in our new house. They had great senses of humor and were fun to work with. Our move was less painful thanks to them!
Colleen H
We used Cummings Moving Company for our last move.  They were superb from beginning to end.  We had an expert foreman and crew who were professional, trustworthy and efficient.  Our property was difficult to access and the actual move a bit complicated and … Read more
Tracy F
Our moving experience exceeded all expectations!! Your staff were fantastic–extremely professional, competent and work done with smiles! We are most grateful for how smoothly the move went–no hassles, no breakage of our belongings, and when the guys left i… Read more
Terry
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
On July 10, 2013, Cummings Moving Company helped move all of the items from my mother’s apartment in San Mateo, CA.  There were several extraordinary things that happened during this move… It was not until July 8 that I was able to confirm the date of … Read more
Catherine K - San Mateo
This is the 3rd time I have used Cummings for a move. Each experience has been great. This last time was excellent, also. The crew was friendly, efficient and helpful. I will recommend your company to my associates.
Dee
Ricardo and his team were very efficient, helpful, and they all had had a good sense of humor. We had high expectations having used Cummings for our moves since Dec 2003, the team exceeded our expectations with their willingness to help, but more importantly… Read more
Pam T
Hi Amy, Your team did an EXCELLENT job of moving my mom.  They were on-time, professional, worked quietly and quickly and did a thorough job.  I was very impressed and would not hesitate using your services again. Thanks so much!
Kathy L
YES – Great Service, a Good Crew, Neat and Very Professional. Thanks,
Jim & Cathy
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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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Since 1969 - Serving San Francisco
and the Bay Area

San Francisco (SF)
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On the Peninsula
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