Moving Checklist for Joliet, IL
Everything you need to do before, during, and after your move — organized by timeline.
Moving in Joliet takes planning. Whether you're moving across town or relocating to Joliet from another city, this checklist will keep you organized and on track. Bookmark it, print it, or share it with your family.
8 Weeks Before Your Move
- ☐Decide on a moving date and book your movers early (especially for summer moves)
- ☐Start decluttering — donate, sell, or discard items you don't want to move
- ☐Research moving companies in Joliet and get at least 3 quotes
- ☐Notify your employer of your new address
- ☐Research schools in your new neighborhood if you have children
- ☐Start collecting free boxes from local stores and neighbors
6 Weeks Before Your Move
- ☐Book your moving company and confirm the date
- ☐Begin packing non-essential items (seasonal clothes, books, decorations)
- ☐Order packing supplies — boxes, tape, bubble wrap, packing paper
- ☐Notify important contacts of your upcoming address change
- ☐Schedule transfer of utilities at your new Joliet address
- ☐Request school records if moving with children
4 Weeks Before Your Move
- ☐Continue packing room by room — label every box clearly
- ☐Arrange for mail forwarding through USPS
- ☐Update your address with banks, credit cards, and subscriptions
- ☐Schedule disconnection of utilities at your current address
- ☐Confirm moving date and details with your Joliet movers
- ☐Arrange childcare and pet care for moving day
2 Weeks Before Your Move
- ☐Pack all but essential items
- ☐Defrost and clean your refrigerator
- ☐Confirm elevator reservations if moving to/from an apartment
- ☐Arrange parking for the moving truck at both locations
- ☐Prepare an essentials box: toiletries, medications, phone chargers, snacks
- ☐Confirm your new address with your employer for payroll
Moving Day
- ☐Be present when movers arrive — do a walkthrough together
- ☐Keep valuables (jewelry, documents, medications) with you personally
- ☐Do a final walkthrough of every room, closet, and cabinet before leaving
- ☐Check all appliances are disconnected and doors/windows are locked
- ☐Tip your movers if they did a great job (typically $20–$50 per mover)
- ☐Take meter readings at both properties
After Your Move
- ☐Update your Illinois driver's license with your new address (within 10 days)
- ☐Register your vehicle at your new address
- ☐Register to vote at your new address
- ☐Find a new doctor, dentist, and other healthcare providers
- ☐Introduce yourself to your new neighbors
- ☐Explore your new Joliet neighborhood — find your nearest grocery store, pharmacy, and restaurants
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