Moving in Singapore can feel like a lot—especially with lift bookings, tight corridors, and scheduling around work. Use this step-by-step moving checklist to stay organised and avoid last-minute stress.
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✅ 4 Weeks Before Moving
1) Confirm your moving date (and backup date)
If you’re moving during peak periods (weekends, month-end, school holidays), book early to secure a good slot.
2) Request a proper quote (with full scope)
To avoid surprise add-ons, prepare:
- Pickup & drop-off address (HDB/condo/landed)
- Floor level + lift access
- Staircase/tight corridor details
- Bulky items (sofa, wardrobe, piano, marble table, fish tank, etc.)
- Packing needs (partial/full packing)
- Disposal needs (old furniture/appliances)
✅ Tip: The more complete your scope, the more accurate your quote.
3) Start decluttering (room by room)
Create 3 piles:
- Keep
- Donate/Sell
- Dispose
Less items = faster move = more cost-efficient.
4) Plan storage (if needed)
If your renovation timing doesn’t match showing/handover dates, consider short-term storage for:
- Extra boxes
- Seasonal items
- Furniture during interim stay
✅ 3 Weeks Before Moving
5) Secure lift booking (Condo/HDB where required)
Many condos require advance booking and protective padding for lifts. Some blocks may have timing restrictions.
Prepare:
- Approved moving time slot
- Lift padding requirements
- Deposit/booking form (if applicable)
6) Measure big furniture and pathways
Measure:
- Door frames
- Lifts
- Corridors
- Staircases
7) Order packing materials (if DIY packing)
Essentials:
- Carton boxes (small/medium/large)
- Bubble wrap + shrink wrap
- Tape + marker pens
- Labels/stickers
- Mattress cover
✅ 2 Weeks Before Moving
8) Start packing non-essentials
Pack items you won’t use daily:
- Books, decor, seasonal clothes
- Spare kitchenware
- Extra bedding
Label like: Room + contents + priority (e.g., “Kitchen – Plates – Fragile – Open First”)
9) Arrange disposal for bulky items
Don’t wait until the last minute. Disposal may require timing coordination and building guidelines.
If you want it easy, bundle disposal with your move.
10) Update important addresses (start early)
Common ones:
- Banks
- Insurance
- Subscriptions
- Delivery addresses (food/apps/e-commerce)
- Employer/HR records
- Schools (if needed)
✅ 1 Week Before Moving
11) Pack “daily essentials” separately
Prepare a “first-night box”:
- Toiletries
- Clothes for 2–3 days
- Chargers
- Medication
- Snacks & water
- Tissue/wet wipes
12) Confirm moving time + parking access
Check:
- Loading/unloading bay access
- Parking availability near lift lobby
- Gate access or security clearance needed
13) Protect valuables and important documents
Keep with you (not inside the moving truck):
- NRIC/passport
- Jewellery
- Laptop
- Important documents
- Cash/cards
✅ 3 Days Before Moving
14) Finish packing and take photos of fragile/valuable items
Quick photos help with inventory tracking and condition reference (especially for luxury/fragile items).
15) Defrost and dry appliances
If bringing your fridge:
- Defrost early
- Dry properly to prevent leaks
✅ 1 Day Before Moving
16) Pack a “Moving Day Kit”
Keep on-hand:
- Box cutter/scissors
- Tape
- Marker
- Trash bags
- Power extension
- Basic tools (optional)
17) Separate items that must NOT go
Create a clearly labelled area:
- DO NOT LOAD
- PERSONAL CARRY
- FRAGILE – LOAD LAST
✅ Moving Day Checklist (Singapore Edition)
18) Do a final walk-through
Check:
- Wardrobes
- Cabinet tops
- Under beds/sofa
- Bathroom shelves
- Balcony/storage areas
19) Supervise loading priorities
Suggested order:
1) Bulky furniture
2) Boxes (non-fragile)
3) Fragile cartons
4) Essentials box (last, so it’s first to unload)
20) At the new place: guide placement by room
Direct boxes to:
- Bedroom
- Kitchen
- Living room
- Storeroom
This saves hours of rework later.
21) Test key utilities quickly
- Lights
- Water
- Aircon (if applicable)
- Door lock/key access
✅ After Moving (Same Day + Next 3 Days)
22) Unpack essentials first
Priorities:
- Bedsheets
- Toiletries
- Kitchen basics
- Kids’ items
- Work setup
23) Clear packing waste responsibly
Flatten boxes, clear wraps, and organise waste disposal to keep the new place safe and tidy.
24) Finish remaining address updates
Complete anything missed (especially billing, subscriptions, deliveries).
Bonus: Quick Summary (Copy-Paste)
✅ 4 weeks before: Book movers, declutter, plan storage
✅ 3 weeks before: Lift booking, measure furniture, get packing supplies
✅ 2 weeks before: Pack non-essentials, arrange disposal, update address
✅ 1 week before: Essentials boxes, confirm timing/parking, secure valuables
✅ 3 days before: Photos of fragile items, defrost appliances
✅ 1 day before: Moving day kit, separate “do not load” items
✅ Moving day: Final walkthrough, supervise loading, direct box placement
✅ After moving: Unpack essentials, clear waste, final address updates
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