7 day moving checklist—yes, it’s real, and yes, it will save your sanity.
You’ve packed the boxes (mostly), booked the movers, changed the address. But now you’re seven days away from go-time, and the final details can make or break your move.
At BBX Moving, we’ve helped hundreds of families and businesses through this exact moment. This isn’t just a checklist—it’s the system behind your peace of mind.
7 Days Out: Confirm and Communicate
- Call your mover to confirm arrival time, parking, and access details
- If BBX is handling your move, your dedicated move manager will walk you through every remaining detail
- Notify building managers at both locations
- Confirm help for pets or kids on move day
Contact us if you need to confirm your moving timeline
6 Days Out: Final Packing Push
- Finish non-essential rooms (garage, basement, decor items)
- Label all boxes clearly with rooms and contents
- Create a "DO NOT PACK" zone for essentials
- Use plastic box rentals if you’re short on time or containers
Need help with packing? BBX partners with Vancouver In The Box for full-service home packing.
5 Days Out: Prep Your Essentials Bag
Set aside a suitcase or bin with:
- Toiletries, medications
- Chargers and devices
- Important documents
- A few days’ worth of clothes
- Cleaning supplies for your move-out or new space
4 Days Out: Empty the Pantry and Freezer
- Cook or donate frozen and perishable food
- Defrost your freezer if moving it
- Make a final grocery run for snacks and water for move day
3 Days Out: Disassemble What You Can
BBX handles furniture disassembly, but if you are not using BBX:
- Take apart IKEA-style furniture
- Remove mirrors from dressers
- Unmount TVs or brackets (or ask us—we also offer TV dismounting and installation)
2 Days Out: Walk Through and Double-Check
- Walk every room and closet with your checklist
- Secure items like cords, loose hardware, fragile decor
- Make sure everything is clean and ready for the movers
1 Day Out: Breathe and Prep
- Pack your overnight bag
- Check weather forecast
- Confirm elevator bookings and access again
- Get cash or tip envelopes ready for your movers
- Charge your phone
Final Word: Don’t Let the Last Week Undermine the Whole Move
With this 7 day moving checklist, your final week won’t feel chaotic—it’ll feel like progress. At BBX Moving, we bring more than trucks. We bring systems, experience, and calm.
You’ve got one job: prepare. We’ll handle the heavy lifting—literally and logistically.
Book your move or download our full residential checklist. BBX Moving delivers peace of mind, from start to settle-in.
"Had a great on-the-day experience with BBX (Gurpreet’s team). Five movers turned up exactly on time, clear walk-through and got straight to work. Three-level townhouse in Vancouver all moved in three and a half hours, including beds, bookshelves, closets, heavy garage cabinets. Would definitely recommend BBX and this team in particular."
