The Ultimate Moving Checklist for Melbourne Homes, Apartments & Offices

6–8 Weeks Before Moving Day: Start Early, Stay Organised

1. Book Your Removalist

The best removalists in Melbourne get booked up fast — especially for weekend or end-of-month moves. Lock in your preferred date early with a trusted local team like Nifty Moving, Melbourne's premium movers with 200+ five-star reviews. Book your home or office move today

2. Create a Moving Folder

Keep everything in one place — quotes, receipts, contact numbers, and checklists. A digital folder works great for both home and business moves.

3. Declutter and Donate

Go room by room and decide what to keep, sell, donate, or toss. If you're relocating your office, this is also a good time to archive or recycle old documents and equipment.

4. Start Using Up Pantry Items

Use up frozen food, open condiments, or cleaning supplies you don't want to transport.

5. Notify Schools, Utilities, and Your Business Network

If you have children, notify their school about your move. If you're doing an office relocation, let your clients and suppliers know your upcoming address change.

4 Weeks Before: Get Packing & Prepare

1. Arrange Packing Boxes and Supplies

Good news — Nifty Moving offers free packing boxes with every move. We'll deliver them to your door and even pick them up after you unpack, saving you time and hassle.

Learn more about our free box delivery and recycling program

2. Begin Packing Non-Essentials

Start with items you won't need before moving day, décor, books, off-season clothes, or unused office supplies. Label each box with both contents and destination room (or office area).

3. Update Your Utilities & Services

Arrange to disconnect and reconnect:

• Electricity & gas
• Internet & phone
• Water
• Council bins (for new address)

For office moves, confirm your NBN or phone system transfer date early.

4. Measure Your New Space

Double-check furniture dimensions to ensure everything fits through doors and hallways — especially for apartment moves with tight access.

5. Confirm Building or Lift Access

If you're moving into an apartment or office building, confirm lift bookings, parking permits, and loading bay access with building management.

2 Weeks Before: Lock Everything In

1. Confirm Details with Your Removalist

Double-check your booking time, truck access, and special items (e.g., piano, office desks, or large furniture) with your Nifty Moving coordinator.

2. Pack Room by Room

Tackle one area at a time. Use quality wrapping paper, bubble wrap, and tape — all available through our Packing Services.

3. Prepare an Essentials Box

Keep daily necessities separate:

• Chargers
• Medication
• Change of clothes
• Toiletries
• Laptop or office documents

4. Label Boxes Clearly

Label with room name + contents + fragile status — and if you're moving an office, include department or desk labels for quick setup.

Moving Week: The Final Countdown

1. Clean Your Old Place

Book a cleaner or do it yourself. End-of-lease cleans are common for both homes and commercial leases in Melbourne.

2. Defrost the Fridge

Do this at least 24 hours before moving day to prevent leaks.

3. Disconnect Appliances and Electronics

Unplug washers, dryers, and office printers early. Secure cords and cables together.

4. Confirm Parking and Access

Reserve nearby parking for your moving truck. Our apartment removalists are experts at navigating tight Melbourne streets and building access points.

5. Keep Valuables Separate

Important documents, jewellery, or business equipment should travel with you, not in the truck.

Moving Day: Time to Go!

1. Be Ready When Movers Arrive

Our Nifty Moving team will arrive on time, fully equipped for home, apartment, or office removals in Melbourne. Ensure all boxes are sealed and fragile items clearly marked.

2. Walk Through Your Home or Office

Do a final check for forgotten drawers, cupboards, or office storage areas.

3. Guide the Movers

Point out any high-value or delicate items. We take every precaution, but your insight helps us deliver a truly stress-free experience.

First Week in Your New Space: Settle In

1. Unpack the Essentials

Focus on bedrooms, bathrooms, and kitchen first — or, if it's an office move, your workstations and IT setup. Our unpacking team can help too.

2. Recycle Your Boxes

Once you've unpacked, Nifty Moving can collect and recycle your boxes for free. No Facebook posts, no landfill — just a simple, sustainable solution.

3. Update Your Address

Notify:

• Australia Post (mail redirection)
• Bank and insurance providers
• Employer and Medicare
• Suppliers, clients, and business registrations
• Electoral roll

4. Explore Your New Neighbourhood

You've earned it — take time to discover your new local cafes, parks, and shops.