The Complete Adelaide Moving Checklist for 2026

Your Complete Moving Checklist

Moving house is one of the biggest logistical challenges you'll face. But with the right preparation, it doesn't have to be overwhelming. We've put together this comprehensive checklist based on years of experience moving Adelaide families.

4-6 Weeks Before Moving Day

1. Get quotes from removalists — Compare at least 3 companies. Check reviews and insurance coverage.
2. Start decluttering — Go room by room. Sell, donate or bin what you don't need.
3. Notify your landlord — If renting, give proper notice as per your lease agreement.
4. Start collecting boxes — Ask local shops, or purchase quality moving boxes.
5. Create a moving binder — Keep all important documents, quotes and receipts in one place.

2 Weeks Before Moving Day

1. Confirm your booking — Double-check date, time and address with your removalist.
2. Update your address — Banks, insurance, Medicare, Centrelink, ATO, subscriptions.
3. Set up mail redirection — Through Australia Post (costs about $37 for 3 months).
4. Arrange utilities — Disconnect at old place, connect at new place (electricity, gas, internet).
5. Pack non-essentials — Books, decorations, seasonal clothes, spare linen.

Moving Day

1. Do a final walkthrough — Check every cupboard, drawer and shed.
2. Keep valuables with you — Documents, jewellery, medications, laptop.
3. Have your first-night box ready — Toiletries, snacks, charger, change of clothes, kettle.
4. Be available for the team — Show movers what goes where. Label rooms at the new place.
5. Take meter readings — At both the old and new property.

Need Help With Your Move?

TipTop Moving takes care of the heavy lifting so you can focus on settling in. Contact us today for a free quote — we service all of Adelaide and regional SA.