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2 8 Weeks Out Find a Green Moving Company Look into hiring a green moving company that is committed to eco-friendly practices. Hiring a company that consolidates moves will save you money, and reduce your carbon footprint by packing your boxes in the same truck with boxes from other customers. Some moving companies use strictly biodiesel fuel for their fleets, and others have a variety of green business initiatives that will make you feel great about your move. A quick search engine query should get you on the right track. When possible, avoid printing out excessive hard copies of records, and opt for electronic transfers. This will save paper, and you won t have to worry about losing important paperwork. Schedule Travel Plans If you re traveling a long distance, book your hotel room(s). Make sure you find a pet-friendly hotel, or a local animal boarding facility if you re bringing pets with you. Research Your New Community Start looking into schools, doctors, dentists, veterinarians, sports and other youth activities, and anything else you may need to sign up for or schedule in advance. Collect Records If you need hard copies of medical, school, professional or other records, begin collecting them, and learn the correct process for forwarding or transferring records. This moving guide will help you stay on task, and provide you with eco-friendly guidelines to make your next move as green as possible.

6 Weeks Out Trim Down Excess Inventory Before you pack a single thing, go through your home and decide what items you no longer need.

Having fewer things to pack means you ll use fewer packing materials. Learn where to recycle your home goods at E-cycling Central (for electronics), TerraCycle, RecycleFinder, or Earth911.

Most people are more than happy to get rid of them. If you move often, save your online shopping delivery boxes for future moves.

Save even more money (and space on your moving truck) by using containers you have around the house in lieu of cardboard boxes.

Sort out Your Packing Material Getting creative can save you from spending money on bubble wrap and paper.

If you have to purchase packing material, you can find reusable pads, recyclable paper, and biodegradable bubble wrap from online retailers like EcoEnclose, or possibly at one of your local moving

3 6 Weeks Out Trim Down Excess Inventory Before you pack a single thing, go through your home and decide what items you no longer need. Donate belongings that are still in decent condition to your local Goodwill or Salvation Army (or another organization that you care about), or sell unwanted items at a garage sale. Having fewer things to pack means you ll use fewer packing materials. Learn where to recycle your home goods at E-cycling Central (for electronics), TerraCycle, RecycleFinder, or Earth911. Acquire Boxes and Bins Find used boxes at a local grocer or retailer, or check out this site for more specific box needs. Ask friends and family on social media if they have any boxes to spare. Most people are more than happy to get rid of them. If you move often, save your online shopping delivery boxes for future moves. Break them down and store them until you re ready to use them (or donate to a friend in need). You can rent reusable bins, which many companies will drop off and pick up for you. Save even more money (and space on your moving truck) by using containers you have around the house in lieu of cardboard boxes. Suitcases, bins, gym bags, and even trashcans (with clean liners) can be used to store everything from clothing to toiletries. Sort out Your Packing Material Getting creative can save you from spending money on bubble wrap and paper. Common household items like sheets, blankets, towels, clothing, newspaper, and egg cartons can all be used as packing material to cushion fragile items. If you have to purchase packing material, you can find reusable pads, recyclable paper, and biodegradable bubble wrap from online retailers like EcoEnclose, or possibly at one of your local moving supply retailers Start Packing Start with items you don t use often, like outof-season clothing and home décor. Packing a little each day will make the entire packing process much easier. Don t pack your kitchen too early because you ll be stuck using non-sustainable kitchenware. Pack up what you don t need on a regular basis, and leave out enough cups, plates, bowls, and cutlery to get you by until moving day. The day before you head out, pack up your remaining kitchen items. Label boxes clearly, and on all sides of the box. You will appreciate this when you arrive at your new home and you can easily find what you need. 4 Weeks Out Learn about affordable green energy plans at Get (dis)connected Talk to your cable, Internet, and electricity providers (and any other service providers you re using), and discuss disconnection dates, and when you will need connection at your new home. Visit USPS and enter your change of address, and request mail forwarding to begin the day you move. Learn about affordable green energy plans at Power Of Texas, and set up reliable electricity at your new residence. Schedule Final Appointments Whether it s the doctor, the salon, or the dog groomer, schedule any final appointments you want before moving. If you re moving to a new city, it could be months before you settle on your preferred provider. Power Of Texas, and set up reliable electricity at your new residence.

2 Weeks Out 1 Week Out Clean out the Cupboards Give Your Employer Notice Deep Clean the House Tie Up Loose Ends Do your final grocery shopping, and get only what you ll need for the next few weeks.

4 2 Weeks Out 1 Week Out Clean out the Cupboards Give Your Employer Notice Deep Clean the House Tie Up Loose Ends Do your final grocery shopping, and get only what you ll need for the next few weeks. Go through your cupboards and pantry, and get rid of expired food, and anything in low supply or not worth packing. Ask your friends, family, and neighbors if they could use any of your excess food so it doesn t go to waste. Say your Goodbyes Find time to meet up with friends and family for a final meal or cup of coffee. Schedule playdates for your kids so they have a chance to say goodbye to their friends. If your move means you ll be leaving your job, be sure to give your employer the courtesy of a two-week notice. This is proper work etiquette, and will help prevent burning bridges you ve worked hard to establish. Make your house sparkle and shine for the new tenants by giving it a good deep cleaning. Don t forget baseboards, fans, cabinets, and kitchen appliances. Use natural cleaning products, like baking soda and vinegar, or find a company you support that sells green cleaning products. If you prefer to hire professional cleaners, find out if there s an eco-friendly cleaning company in your area. If there isn t, you can purchase green products, and request the cleaners use them on your home. Return library books. Clean out your gym locker. Return any borrowed items from friends and family. Pick up dry cleaning. Collect anything you ve loaned out to friends and family. Pack a Go-To Bag Pack a duffel bag with necessities you will need during and immediately after the move. Set aside things like your phone charger, toiletries, and other essentials so they don t accidentally get packed up in a box.

5 Final Step Take a deep breath. You ve got this. Power of Texas wants your next move to go as smoothly as possible. Give us a holler, we are here to help! Our 100% green energy helps keep Texas beautiful. poweroftexas.com PUCT# 10255

Your Moving House Checklist from the team at Bidvine

Your Moving House Checklist from the team at Bidvine Six Weeks Before Moving Day Page 1 of 7 Confirm your moving date with your estate agent Moving Date: Notify your landlord of your moving date if you're letting your existing home Sort out your kids' school