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Start
a moving expense book. Some expenses may be tax deductible (keep
all receipts). |
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Get
written estimates from at least two companies. |
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Be
sure to ask about any hidden or extra charges and get a written
commitment confirming the moving date and time of arrival. |
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Insurance
is important! Check with the moving company on what they will cover
regarding lost or damaged goods. Be sure to check with your own
company for coverage during the move and to review your policy for
your new home. Also if storage is necessary, does your insurance
cover your possessions? |
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If you’re not using a moving company be sure to collect lots
of sturdy boxes, paper, tape and markers. Marking the boxes clearly
as you pack them will save you lots of time and energy as you move
and unpack. Include the contents of the box as well as what room
you would like it taken to at the new home. |
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Notify
your provincial heath insurance of your new address. |
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Set
up a file for all your important papers (you may need these for
your lawyer, etc.) |
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Arrange
for a changeover of all utilities, telephone, cable and water tank
rental.
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Union
Gas 1-888-774-3111 |
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Bell
Canada 310-2355 |
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Union
Energy 1-888-718-6466 |
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Rogers
Cable TV 1-800-738-7892 |
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St
Thomas Energy 631-5550 |
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Erie
Thames Power 1-877-850-3128 |
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London
Hydro 661-5503 |
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Strathroy
PUC 245-2010 |
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Notify
the post office of your change of address. Make sure you get some
free “change of address cards” to mail to all your companies,
friends and relatives. |
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Disconnect,
defrost and air dry the refrigerator. |
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Lead
packers around the house and make sure they understand all your
instructions. |
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Gather
all the keys for your house, garage and sheds and mark them well
for the new owners. Leave them in a kitchen cupboard or somewhere
where they will be easily found. |
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If
you have a security system change the code to something simple like
1-2-3-4-5 that way you can use your old code at the new home. |
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Pack
all items you want to take with you personally and mark them clearly
not to be loaded on the truck. |
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If
you are doing your own move, make sure everything is packed but
the necessities. Don’t forget to keep your breakfast essentials
for tomorrow morning. |
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Make
sure all pets are looked after, this is a trying time for them as
well. |