You may think the hard work is done once the movers have left your new home, but there’s something even more intimidating than unpacking and organizing: life admin. Stay on top of important updates and new-home tasks with our post-moving checklist.

1. Set up utilities

This tip is actually a pre-moving note, but if you’re reading this on a moving day, it isn’t too late. In the fog of a move, it’s easy to forget that utilities need to be set up; otherwise, you may be unpacking by candlelight! You can set your utilities up the weeks before a move or even on the day of. Utilities at your former address will need to be cancelled or transferred. Utilities can include:

• Electricity

• Natural gas

• Water and sewer

• Trash and recycling

• Internet and cable

2. Change your address

Seems obvious, but there are a few places that will need updating. Be methodical and try not to miss some places, avoiding potential hiccups down the line. Common places where addresses need to be changed include:

• Driver’s license

• Vehicle registration

• Health care card

• Canada Revenue Agency

• Bank

• Employer

• Insurance companies

• Schools

• Subscriptions

• Relatives or friends

Consider taking advantage of mail forwarding through Canada Post so you don’t miss any important mail. Mail forwarding can also be scheduled ahead of time. 

3. Locate the water valve and power sources

In an emergency, it’s crucial to know where the fuse box, water, propane, or oil shut-offs are. Locating these sources and knowing how to turn them off can save headaches or even disaster. 

4. Check emergency detectors

Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should have fresh batteries and be tested to ensure they work. Small details like this keep your family safe. It doesn’t hurt to check how to silence the smoke detector for the next time Mom burns the lasagna!

5. Leave a review!

Okay,  we’re being a bit cheeky here, but if you were satisfied with your house movers, a review is an easy way not only to say thank you and help the business, it help others have a great experience!

When you’re ready to make your next move, look to movers in Kelowna with the experience you need to get the job done right and stress-free. Get a moving quote from Bighorn Moving and Storage today!