Your moving guide

Your ultimate
moving checklist

Moving doesn’t have to be chaos. Work through this checklist week by week and you’ll stay two steps ahead, calm, organised and ready when the truck arrives.

Use it as your week-by-week guide, or download the printable version to keep on the fridge.

Download the printable checklist
A SAMA Removals professional packing household items into boxes
Step 14–6 weeks before

Planning & organising

  • Declutter room by room, don’t pay to move what you no longer need.
  • Book your removalist early to lock in your preferred date.
  • Start running down freezer and pantry stock.
  • Notify schools, utilities and service providers of your move date.
  • Order packing materials, or ask us about a full professional pack.
Step 22 weeks before

Packing & labelling

  • Label every box by room and priority. Mark an “Open First” box for each room.
  • Confirm parking, lift or driveway access at both addresses.
  • Arrange cleaning for your old place, we’re happy to recommend someone.
  • Book storage with us if there’s a gap between settlement dates.
  • Back up your devices and pack important documents together.
Step 3The week before

Final preparations

  • Defrost the fridge and empty any gas cylinders.
  • Pack a first-night box: kettle, mugs, chargers, toiletries and bedding.
  • Confirm your move time and crew details with our team.
  • Let your neighbours know a truck will be arriving.
Step 4Moving day

We take it from here

  • Keep pets settled and clear of the work areas.
  • Walk the home with our crew leader before we start.
  • Do a final check of cupboards, sheds and the garage.
  • Confirm utilities are off and lock up behind you.
  • Relax, the heavy lifting is ours.
Step 5After the move

Settling in

  • Unpack room by room, or let our team do it for you.
  • Check everything arrived safely; tell us straight away if anything’s amiss.
  • Update your address with the bank, doctor and vehicle registration.
  • Take a moment, you’ve earned it.

Let us handle the heavy part.

You’ve got the plan. We’ve got the crew, the truck and the care. Get clear pricing and cross the biggest task off your list.