Moving can be a stressful process. The following checklist has been compiled to assist residents when moving in and out of the complex. Some of the more important points to remember are:
- Contact the Building Manager ahead of the move to ensure that the elevator curtains are installed to prevent damage.
- Arrange a council pickup through the Building Manager for any large items that are being discarded.
- If you are planning to move in with a small pet, obtain approval from the Owners Corporation before moving in. Tenants must obtain the owner’s permission prior to applying to keep a pet.
4 weeks to go:
- Apply for approval to keep one small pet (if required).
- Obtain removalist quotes.
- Sort out furnishings and belongings.
- Enquire about any changes that will be required to your insurance policies.
3 weeks to go:
- Start packing things that are unlikely to be used before moving.
- Back up your computer and store the backup safely.
2 weeks to go:
- Contact the Building Manager to advise your moving date and arrange for the elevator curtains to be installed.
- Redirect your mail.
- Finalise your home and contents insurance.
- Book cleaners for a final clean.
- Confirm removalist booking.
1 week to go:
- Arrange a council pickup through the Building Manager for any large items that are being discarded.
- Organise your gas and electricity to be disconnected at the old address and connected at your new address.
- Start informing people of your new address.
- Clean the oven.
The day before:
- Collect all the keys for the household to give to the incoming resident.
- Pack an overnight bag.
Moving Day:
- Organise the move. Get friends and family to help.
- Do a final clean of the apartment.
- Lock all doors and windows.
- Take a final walkthrough to ensure you haven’t left anything behind.
- Clean up any debris in corridors and lifts.
Useful Websites:
- AGL: www.agl.com.au
- Australia Post: www.austpost.com.au
- Australian Power and Gas: www.australianpowerandgas.com.au
- Energy Australia: www.energyaustralia.com.au
- iiNet: www.iinet.net.au
- Optus: www.optus.com.au
- Primus: www.iprimus.com.au
- Sydney Water: www.sydneywater.com.au
- Telstra: www.telstra.com.au