Moving without a plan is one of the fastest routes to a chaotic, stressful day. A little preparation before your Broward County move can mean the difference between a smooth one-day move and a multi-day scramble. This complete moving checklist covers everything from six weeks out to move-in day — so you can stay ahead of the process every step of the way.
6 Weeks Before Your Move
The earlier you start, the more options you have. Six weeks out is when major logistics should be locked in:
- Confirm your move date. If your lease or closing date isn’t set, nail it down now. Everything else flows from this date.
- Give written notice. Most Broward County landlords require 30–60 days written notice. Check your lease and send it certified if required.
- Research movers or truck rentals. If you’re hiring professional movers, get at least three quotes. If you’re doing it yourself, reserve the truck early — weekends in South Florida fill up fast.
- Start decluttering. Donate, sell, or discard anything you don’t want to move. The less you move, the cheaper and faster the whole process becomes.
4 Weeks Before Your Move
- Book your moving tote rental. Reserve your Totes To Move package at least 3–5 days out, but booking 4 weeks ahead guarantees your preferred delivery date. Choose your package size based on your home — our packages start at Studio (20 totes) and go up to 5-Bedroom (100 totes).
- Gather important documents. Collect birth certificates, lease agreements, insurance papers, and medical records. Pack these in a personal bag that travels with you, not in a moving tote.
- Change your address. File a USPS mail forwarding request and update your address with your bank, employer, DMV, utilities, and subscription services.
- Schedule utility transfers. Contact FPL, your internet provider, and water service to schedule disconnection at your current address and connection at the new one.
2 Weeks Before Your Move
- Start packing non-essentials. When your totes arrive, begin with seasonal items, books, décor, and anything you won’t need before move day. Label each tote clearly with its contents and destination room.
- Confirm all bookings. Reconfirm with your movers, truck rental, and any building elevator reservations. Broward County high-rises often require elevator reservations for moves — check with your building management.
- Photograph electronics setups. Take photos of how your TV, router, and entertainment systems are wired before you disconnect anything. It saves significant time during setup at the new place.
Move Week Preparation
- Pack everything except daily essentials. By the time you’re 2–3 days out, only the things you use every single day should be unpacked — toiletries, a few changes of clothes, your coffee maker, and whatever else your household needs to function.
- Prepare a “first night” tote. Pack one tote with everything you’ll need for the first 24 hours at your new address: phone charger, toiletries, a change of clothes, snacks, medications, and pet supplies if applicable. Load this tote last and unload it first.
- Clean as you pack. Wiping down shelves and cabinets as you empty them means your move-out cleaning is already done by the time the truck arrives.
Move Day in Broward County
- Use the dolly from the first trip. Your Totes To Move package includes a professional moving dolly. Use it every single trip. Stacking 3–4 loaded totes on the dolly and rolling them to the truck takes one-quarter the time of carrying them individually.
- Load heaviest items first. Furniture, appliances, and heavy totes go in the truck first against the cab. Lighter totes and bags go on top and toward the door.
- Do a final walkthrough. Check every room, closet, cabinet, and drawer before handing over keys. Check the garage, attic, and outdoor areas too.
After You’ve Moved In
Once you’re in your new Broward County home, the checklist doesn’t stop:
- Locate your circuit breaker, water shutoff, and HVAC unit.
- Test all locks and request a rekeying if this is a newly purchased property.
- Unpack your “first night” tote and set up the bedroom first so you have a functional space to sleep.
- Schedule your tote pickup when you’re ready — just contact Totes To Move and we’ll arrange a pickup time that works for your schedule.
Start Your Broward County Move the Right Way
A solid preparation plan — combined with the right supplies — turns a stressful move into a manageable one. Totes To Move delivers industrial-strength plastic totes and a moving dolly anywhere in Broward County, then picks everything up when you’re done.
Want to learn more before you book? Read our guide on moving assistance in Broward County or check out our complete Broward County service page.
Book your moving tote rental today and check the supplies off your list early.