There is so much to organise just
packing for the moving day that often important things
are understandably over looked. Use our check list a couple of
weeks before to make sure you’ve got everything covered.
Change of address service
You can tell us that you have
moved by using the free service iammoving.com )external link)
not only will you be able to inform us
that you have moved it will allow you to inform other local service
providers like gas, water and electricity companies.
Are you moving abroad?
Start by visiting Directgov's section
about settling and working abroad.
Have you contacted your council
tax office?
Contact your local council’s council
tax office to let them know the date you move out of your current
property and when you move into your new one so they bill you
correctly.
If you receive benefits have you
told your benefit provider?
Give your details to the local
Jobcentre Plus office or, if you don’t yet have Jobcentre Plus in
your area, contact your Jobcentre or social security office. You
can use the Jobcentre Plus link to find your nearest Jobcentre
Plus, Jobcentre or social security office.
Have you redirected your
post?
You can download the form from the Post
Office website. It can take up to 10 days to set up and there is a
charge.
Have you told the utility
providers (gas, water, electricity)?
You need to tell them at least 48 hours
in advance that you are moving. Pass on the details of your current
supplier to the people moving in. On your moving day you will need
to read the meters in both properties so the correct bills can be
issued. When you move into your new home contact who you want to
supply your utilities and suppliers so they can register you as a
new customer and start billing you from that day.
Have you arranged for your final
telephone bill and new connection at your new home?
You may be able to transfer your
existing number.
Have you
informed your bank, building society, credit card and
insurers?
You may also need to alter or cancel
direct debits you have for your old home.
Have you updated
your driving licence?
Visit the Driver and Vehicle
Licensing Agency to find out how.
Have you updated your details on
the Electoral Register?
The register is updated every month and
you need to be included on it to vote. You can download the form
from the Electoral Commission’s website and then send it to your
Electoral Registration Office, which is based at your local
council.
Have you told the TV
licensing?
Your TV licence will need to be
transferred. You can do this online or by calling 0870 241
6468.
Have you decided what you do
and don’t want to take?
There are lots of charities that will
gladly have your unwanted items including charities that specialise
in recycling furniture. You can search for a charity in your area
on the Charity Commission’s website.
And finally...
After you’ve moved in you might want to
look at our section on home improvements to read about energy
efficiency, fire protection and other measures for your new
home.