About our Essential Moving Checklist

Embarking on a move can be both exciting and overwhelming, which is why careful planning and organization are essential for a smooth transition. Our comprehensive moving checklist is designed to guide you through every step of the moving process, ensuring nothing is overlooked. From pre-move preparations to settling into your new home, this checklist covers all the bases, helping you stay on track and minimize stress. Hyperion understands the importance of meticulous planning, which is why we've provided additional insights and expert commentary alongside each checklist item. With our help, you can navigate your move with confidence, knowing that you have a trusted partner by your side every step of the way. Let's make your moving experience seamless and stress-free together.

The List

Pre-Move Planning:

  • Research and book a reputable moving company like Hyperion Moving Systems well in advance.

  • Create a moving binder or folder to keep all important documents, contracts, and receipts organized.

  • Notify your current landlord or real estate agent about your move-out date and any required paperwork.

  • Obtain moving supplies such as boxes, packing tape, bubble wrap, and markers.

Decluttering and Packing:

  • Begin decluttering and sorting through your belongings room by room.

  • Donate, sell, or discard items you no longer need or want.

  • Start packing non-essential items well ahead of time, starting with seasonal belongings and decor.

  • Label each box with its contents and the room it belongs to for easy unpacking.

Utilities and Services:

  • Schedule disconnection of utilities at your current residence for the day after your move-out date.

  • Arrange for connection of utilities at your new residence to be active on moving day.

  • Update your address with relevant parties, including banks, utilities, subscriptions, and the postal service.

Moving Day Essentials:

  • Pack an essentials box containing items you'll need immediately upon arrival at your new home (toiletries, bedding, snacks, etc.).

  • Ensure all valuables, important documents, and sentimental items are kept with you during the move.

  • Confirm logistics and details with your moving company, including arrival time and special instructions.

Moving Out:

  • Complete a final walkthrough of your current residence to ensure nothing is left behind.

  • Return keys, parking passes, and any borrowed items to your landlord or real estate agent.

  • Leave forwarding address and contact information for the new residents or your landlord.

Settling In:

  • Unpack essentials box first and set up basic furniture and appliances.

  • Take inventory of delivered items and boxes to ensure everything arrived safely.

  • Familiarize yourself with your new neighborhood and locate important amenities like grocery stores, pharmacies, and emergency services.

Post-Move Tasks:

  • Dispose of packing materials and empty boxes responsibly.

  • Update your driver's license, vehicle registration, and voter registration with your new address.

  • Celebrate your successful move with a well-deserved meal or outing!

Hyperion’s Insights

The team behind Hyperion has been performing moves in the Calgary area since 2013, and has built a reputation of excellence!

Hyperion can supply you with any moving supplies and material you may need for your move!

You can skip these steps altogether if you book with Hyperion. We’ll pack up your belongings and personally deliver your donations to a local Goodwill Donation centre on your behalf.

Don’t forget to let the neighbours know you’re moving. Our truck may need to block their driveway for a few hours while we load or unload.

At Hyperion, we disassemble all of your bulky furniture and make sure all of the parts are packed in a special parts box.

We will keep in touch with you from the time you reach out to us, until you’re comfortably settled in your new home.

Leave your old place spotless! Our cleaning crew will clean each room as they’re emptied by the movers, taking one more thing off your mind on moving day.

We’ll reassemble all of your furniture on moving day and make sure you’re all set in your new home.

If you need help hanging pictures or moving some things around after moving day just give us a call and we’ll be happy to help.

If you’re moving within Calgary, we’ll return as soon as you’re fully unpacked to remove of the used packing material. No rush or time limit, just give us a call when you’re ready.

Don’t forget to ask your movers for local restaurant recommendations.