The Ultimate Devon Moving Guide & Checklist

Your step-by-step house moving countdown, created by the family team at Afordable Services.

Planning a house move can feel overwhelming, but a clear plan makes all the difference. As a premier, family-run removals company proudly serving Honiton, Exeter, Taunton, and the wider Devon and Somerset regions since 2013, we have built this comprehensive moving guide to ensure your transition is completely smooth, organized, and stress-free.

📅 4 Weeks Before Your Devon Move: De-clutter & Book

[ ] Declutter Room by Room: Don't spend time or money moving items you no longer need. Sort your belongings into keep, donate, or discard piles. If you need assistance handling large items, check out our professional [House Clearance Services].
[ ] Secure Your Moving Date: The best local removals firms book up weeks in advance. [Contact our Honiton-based team] early to lock in your fixed, no-obligation quote with zero hidden fees.
[ ] Source Professional Packing Materials: Low-quality boxes can collapse in transit. Ensure your belongings are protected by ordering heavy-duty moving boxes, packing tape, and wrap directly from our [Packaging Material Shop].

📅 2 Weeks Before Moving Day: Admin & Packing

[ ] Notify Your Utility Providers: Arrange the transfer or final readings for your gas, electricity, water, and broadband services for your moving day.
[ ] Update Your Address Details: Remember to update your address with the DVLA, HMRC, your bank, insurance companies, and your local Devon or Somerset district council.
[ ] Begin Packing Non-Essential Items: Box up out-of-season clothing, books, and ornamental items first. Label the side of every box clearly with the room it belongs to in your new home.

📅 1 Week Before: Final Household Preparations

[ ] Prepare Major Appliances: Disconnect your washing machine, empty and defrost your fridge-freezer completely, and secure any loose cables.
[ ] Dismantle Large Furniture: If you haven't booked our [Furniture Dismantling Service], begin taking down large bed frames, wardrobes, and desks to make them safe for transport.
[ ] Pack a "Day One" Essentials Box: Keep a separate, easily accessible box containing a kettle, mugs, tea, coffee, snacks, basic tools, phone chargers, and toilet roll. Keep this box with you in your car!

🚚 Moving Day: Relax and Let Our Family Handle It

[ ] Note Final Meter Readings: Take a quick photo of your utility meters before leaving your old property for the final time.
[ ] Secure the Property: Ensure all windows are locked, taps are off, and keys are safely gathered for the new owners.
[ ] Welcome to Your New Home! Our professional, fully insured removals team will safely transport, unload, and position your furniture exactly where you want it.