Moving Day Checklist
Moving is one of the most stressful events in life — this template turns it into a manageable 2-week plan. Packing supplies and non-essentials are handled early, address changes happen mid-week, and moving day itself is broken into walkthrough, loading, cleaning, and unpacking phases.
9 tasks15-day timeline180 points
What's inside this template
Every task is pre-built with points, timing, and categories. Customize anything after you start.
9 tasks180 total points15 day timeline
1
14 days before
Gather packing supplies
shopping
15
2
7 days before
Pack non-essentials
organizing
25
Update address
planning
15
3
3 days before
Confirm movers
planning
10
4
1 day before
Pack essentials box
organizingEvening
20
5
Day of
Final walkthrough
propertyMorning
15
Supervise loading
property
25
Clean old place
cleaningAfternoon
30
6
1 day after
Unpack essentials
organizing
25
Why use this template?
Every move has the same failure mode: everything piles up on the last day. This workflow front-loads the administrative tasks and reserves moving day for physical logistics. The essentials box is packed the night before so you have toothbrushes, chargers, and coffee ready at the new place.
Best for
- Families moving to a new home
- College students moving into or out of a dorm
- Renters who need to leave their old place spotless
- Anyone coordinating professional movers
Key benefits
- Administrative tasks (address, movers) are separated from physical packing
- An essentials box task prevents the "where is my phone charger" crisis
- Cleaning the old place is scheduled so you get your deposit back
- Unpacking starts day one at the new home
Frequently asked questions
Replace "Confirm movers" with tasks like "Reserve truck" and "Recruit helpers." The rest of the template applies.
Yes. Adjust daysOffset to start packing earlier. Some people begin sorting and donating a month in advance.
Not by default. Add custom tasks for electricity, internet, and water transfers in the -7 to -3 day range.
Add tasks for arranging pet care on moving day and packing a kids activity bag. The template is fully customizable.