Home Move Manual
📅 Published Oct 10, 2025
by Qaswa TeamMoving home can feel overwhelming — but with the right plan, it doesn’t have to be. Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to help you stay organized before move day, on move day, and after you’ve settled in.
🏠 Before Move Day → Get Ready and Stay Organized
- Create a Moving Checklist
Start by listing everything you need to do — from packing to notifying utility providers. A checklist keeps you focused and ensures nothing slips through the cracks. There’s lots of great checklists out there, but don’t forget to personalise them!
- Declutter When You Can
When you get time, it’s good to go room by room and decide what’s moving with you and what you can sell or donate before moving. Decluttering before moving saves time, reduces costs, and makes unpacking easier.
- Book Your Moving Company Early
Secure your preferred house removals service as soon as possible. Early booking guarantees availability and helps you and your provider to plan your move efficiently. With Qaswa Logistics our dedicated Move Managers will get planning your move right away.
- Pack Smart
Having a packing strategy will help you at the other end and keep stressful moments to a minimum. Consider what delicate things may need more wrapping and label every box clearly. Keep essential items that you may need more immediately — like chargers, toiletries, and a change of clothes — in a separate “first-day” box.
- Notify Important Contacts
Make sure you update key contacts like friends, family and service providers about your change in address. Many providers will be able to help you get setup on the other end quicker if you give plenty of notice.
🚚 On Move Day → Stay Calm and Let the Professionals Handle It
- Start Your Day Right
Get a good breakfast — moving days can be long, so take the morning to get ready and do your last minute checks on the important stuff!
- Meet the Moving Team
Welcome your moving crew, walk them through your home, and highlight any fragile or high-value items that need special handling. With Qaswa your dedicated move manager will have briefed a ready and dedicated move team before and on the day.
- Keep Essentials Handy
Carry important documents, keys, medications, and valuables with you rather than packing them away in the moving truck.
- Safety First
Ensure hallways and doorways are clear, and keep pets and small children safely out of the way while movers work.
- Final Checks
Before leaving, double-check every room, cupboard, and drawer to make sure nothing is left behind.
🏡 After Move Day → Settle In and Enjoy Your New Home
- Unpack Strategically
Start with the kitchen, bathroom, and bedrooms. Focus on essentials before moving on to décor and storage.
- Inspect and Confirm
Check your belongings for any damage and confirm everything on your inventory has arrived safely. Qaswa Logistics provides professional support if any issues arise.
- Explore Your New Area!
If you haven’t already, take a walk around your new neighbourhood, meet your neighbours, and locate nearby shops & facilities.
- Recycle and Reuse Packing Materials
Don’t forget to break down and recycle your moving boxes or donate them for reuse — it’s great for the environment and helps others moving home.