If you are packing your belongings for storage or moving, here’s a list of the items you’ll be using on moving day – at your old place and your new place. Reserve a carton of essentials for these last-minute items, plus other things you’ll need immediately upon arrival at your new home.
This box will be packed last and opened first and may include:
- Toiletries (soap, shampoo, razors, hand towels, toilet paper, shower curtain etc.)
- First-aid kit
- Aspirin or pain reliever
- Medications and eyeglasses
- Box cutter or knife
- Tape and dispenser
- Work gloves
- Scissors
- Extension cords, batteries
- Basic cleaning supplies and paper towels
- Coffee maker or instant coffee/tea
- Powdered milk/creamer and sugar
- Snacks
- Disposable plates, cups and plastic eating utensils
- Pet supplies
- Dish detergent; a sponge and trash bags
- Light bulbs
- Flashlight and batteries,
- Bedding and linens
- Alarm clock
- Local phone book
- Screwdriver, tape measure and hammer
- Map of the new area