Moving to a new home in the UAE can be an exciting chapter, but the process can feel overwhelming. To ensure nothing is forgotten, a well-structured plan is essential. As a trusted moving company in Sharjah since 2015, Al Mezan Movers & Packers has helped over 10,000 families with their relocations. We’ve used our experience to create this definitive 30-day moving countdown checklist.
Follow these week-by-week tasks to make your next move smooth, organized, and stress-free.
4 Weeks Before Moving Day: The Planning Stage
This is the time for big decisions and getting organized.
- Sort and Declutter: Go through every room and decide what to keep, sell, donate, or discard. A new home is a fresh start; don’t bring clutter with you.
- Research & Book Movers: Get quotes from reliable moving companies in Sharjah or your respective emirate. At Al Mezan Movers, we provide transparent pricing and a guaranteed 5-10 minute response time. Book your move now to lock in your preferred date.
- Create a Moving Binder: Keep all your quotes, receipts, and moving-related documents in one place.
- Notify Landlord/Building Management: Check your tenancy contract for the required notice period and submit it in writing.
3 Weeks Before Moving Day: Logistics and Packing
The move is getting closer, and it’s time to start the physical preparation.
- Gather Packing Supplies: If you’re packing yourself, acquire high-quality boxes, packing tape, bubble wrap, and markers. Alternatively, consider our professional Packing Only Service to save time and ensure your belongings are secure.
- Start Packing Non-Essentials: Begin with items you don’t use daily, such as books, seasonal clothing, and decorative items.
- Label Everything: Clearly label each box with its contents and the room it belongs to. This will make unpacking significantly easier.
- Plan for Specialty Items: Do you have a piano, valuable artwork, or heavy furniture? Inform your moving company. We offer Specialty Item Moving to handle your valuables with the utmost care.
2 Weeks Before Moving Day: Official Arrangements
Focus on administrative tasks and confirming details.
- Transfer Utilities: Schedule the disconnection of DEWA/SEWA/FEWA and other utilities at your current home and their connection at your new one.
- Update Your Address: Change your address for bank statements, subscriptions, and notify friends and family.
- Confirm with Your Movers: Contact your moving company to re-confirm the moving date, time, and addresses. Our 24/7 support team is always available for you.
1 Week Before Moving Day: Final Preparations
The final week is about packing essentials and cleaning.
- Pack an “Essentials” Box: This box should contain everything you’ll need for the first 24 hours in your new home: toiletries, a change of clothes, phone chargers, basic kitchenware, medications, and important documents.
- Finish Packing: Complete packing all remaining items.
- Clean Your Old Home: Arrange for a cleaning service or deep clean your old home to ensure you get your security deposit back.
- Confirm Elevator Bookings: If you live in an apartment tower, confirm the service elevator booking for your moving day. Our experienced teams, especially our movers and packers in Dubai Marina, are experts at navigating high-rise building logistics.
Moving Day: Execution
- Meet the Movers: Be present when our trained team of 50+ professionals arrives to guide them.
- Final Walkthrough: Before leaving your old home, do one last check of all rooms and closets to make sure nothing is left behind.
- Supervise Unloading: At your new home, direct the movers on where to place furniture and boxes.
- Relax! With Al Mezan Movers, your move is in safe hands. Let us handle the heavy lifting while you get ready to enjoy your new home.
Ready to Start Your Move?
Don’t wait until the last minute. Contact Al Mezan Movers & Packers today for a transparent, no-obligation quote. As a new customer, you’ll receive an exclusive 12% off your first move.